Question: Best use of miles & points for SFO - SGN
 

Hello all,

I'm a bit stuck/confused trying to get an award ticket, economy or business, from SFO-SGN. Going from around Dec 17-26, and return in 3 weeks.

Currently I have:
38K AA miles
60K UR points
85K MR points
possibly 60K SPG points (in 1 month)

I have enough AA miles for one way economy.
I can transfer MR points to BA with 40% bonus? Enough for one round-trip on economy.
The other problem is the limited awards available on One World during Christmas.

Appreciate any inputs. Thanks. :confused:

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Since UR points also transfer to United, have you checked either one-way or roundtrip availability on UA and its partners at www.united.com?

I suggest building up your mileage balances with AA and/ or UA . You should be able to find flights on partner airlines. Beware of high taxes and fees on BA award tickets. Go for a premium cabin for the TPAC, you won't regret it. AA partner Cathay Pacific in business class would be comfortable. First would be a nice treat if available!

Book SQ via your Amex points to Krisflyer ... either SFO-ICN-SIN-SGN or SFO-HKG-SIN-SGN. You have enough for business class one way if it's available (68K if you book online). You will have to pay a fuel surcharge of up to $500, but it is worth it in the eyes of many here.

On the way back, use 60K UR -> United to fly *A partners from SGN to SFO in business. Thai, ANA, Asiana might be available, as should United.

Save your SPG points for hotels.