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[Flashback]

Thanks Flashware.

I'm also looking at a SN flight later in the day (approx 6hr layover instead of 1h 25m) to Birmingham.....just in case the 1:25 isn't enough time. Do they have a *A lounge at BRU we can smooch around in for a while?

Cheers,
Aaron

There is one but it's pretty basic! Also if you want a shower they let you use the Diamond Lounge next door - it's old, but does the job..

 

[65ravenblack]

Thanks guys, the little lady is a bit nervous about the connecting time in case the incoming flight is late so has made an executive decision that we will be on the later flight to BHX instead. :shock:

Just about to book so will post itinerary when all done.

 

[65ravenblack]

Sorry guys, trying to find the number to ring to book but can't seem to find it.......does anyone have it handy. cheers, Aaron

 

[Flashback]

Sorry guys, trying to find the number to ring to book but can't seem to find it.......does anyone have it handy. cheers, Aaron

I use Skype, set the dialler to USA and use +18004284322

 

[65ravenblack]

great thanks

 

[bcworld]

Thanks guys, the little lady is a bit nervous about the connecting time in case the incoming flight is late so has made an executive decision that we will be on the later flight to BHX instead. :shock:

Just about to book so will post itinerary when all done.

I'd try and talk her out of it! Go for the short connection!

 

[MEL_Traveller]

Thanks guys, the little lady is a bit nervous about the connecting time in case the incoming flight is late so has made an executive decision that we will be on the later flight to BHX instead. :shock:

Just about to book so will post itinerary when all done.

Is it all on the one ticket? I would go for the immediate connecting flight and if you miss that they will put you on the next one no questions and free of charge. best of both worlds.

 

[Oneworldplus2]

Is it all on the one ticket? I would go for the immediate connecting flight and if you miss that they will put you on the next one no questions and free of charge. best of both worlds.

+1
If on 1 ticket, go for the short connection.
Don't stress, they will put you on the next available if missed connection, you are protected.

 

[Alanslegal]

+1
If on 1 ticket, go for the short connection.
Don't stress, they will put you on the next available if missed connection, you are protected.

And a newbie follow on question; assuming one is delayed with customs/immigration ..... is one still protected? I am thinking of those potentially long queues at LAX.

 

[bcworld]

And a newbie follow on question; assuming one is delayed with customs/immigration ..... is one still protected? I am thinking of those potentially long queues at LAX.

I would say yes. Factors like that are the reason the MCT differs between airports. As long as your booking does not breach the MCT you would be protected. I know UA/UA SYD-LAX-xx_ offers legal connections around 70 mins but I'd say there is a very high chance of missing those.

 

[Alanslegal]

I would say yes. Factors like that are the reason the MCT differs between airports. As long as your booking does not breach the MCT you would be protected. I know UA/UA SYD-LAX-xx_ offers legal connections around 70 mins but I'd say there is a very high chance of missing those.

Thanks, thought that would be the case. Come to think of it, last July I flew IB JFK-xMAD-BCN with a need to clear immigration at MAD being the first EU port, and due to a slightly delayed incoming, long'ish immigration lines and a mammoth walk ... we missed the connection but IB placed us on the next available flight.

 

[thechung]

just come back from xmas trip:

syd-bkk-fra (stop)
fra-iad (dest)
iad-jfk-nrt-icn-bkk-syd

all in first except iad-jfk shuttle and icn-bkk, most layovers ~20hrs

pretty happy, have to say thanks to all for the info to the it booked in the first place.

 

[65ravenblack]

Just booked our first USDM award flight to Europe in September for two. Nothing fancy. All in business. All miles bought with 100% offers. Total 120,000 points each.

SYD-BKK TG472 (744)
BKK-BRU TG934 (773)
BRU-BHX SN2045 (ARJ100)

CDG-BKK TG931 (388)
BKK-SYD TG471 (744)

Total cost each USD:

Miles: $2257.50
Taxes: $253.81
Booking Fee: $50.00

Total: $2561.31

 

[Oneworldplus2]

How many points did it cost you???

 

[robd]

Wow, what a morning. Dived right in. Purchased miles and bonus to top two accounts up to 150,000. Unfortunately, I had to use the Share function as well which added another $350 odd. All miles posted immediately into the accounts.

Just Skyped USDM (23 minutes) and ticketed the following:-

SYD - BKK Thai F (747)
BKK - CDG Thai F (A380) destination
CDG - ZRH Swiss J (A320)
ZRH - BKK Thai F (A340) stopover
BKK - SYD Thai F (747)

150,000 miles plus $303.90 each.

I'm buzzing.

Thanks AFF


** If the FX rate comes in around 1.045 on the 28 Degree MC - the total cost each will be AUD $3,158 ish.

 

[bcworld]

Just Skyped USDM (23 minutes) and ticketed the following:-

SYD - BKK Thai F (747)
BKK - CDG Thai F (A380) stop.
CDG - ZRH Swiss J (A320)
ZRH - BKK Thai F (A340) stopover
BKK - SYD Thai F (747)

2 stops >24 hours??

 

[Bofter]

I read it as CDG as destination and BKK as stopover

 

[robd]

I read it as CDG as destination and BKK as stopover

Sorry. Yes you're right. I have amended.

I'm STILL buzzing and not thinking straight.

 

[Oneworldplus2]

Well done robd.

 

[extracta]

Hmmm, finally done and ticked off most of the boxes...

TG J PER - BKK
TG J BKK - CDG
LH J CDG - FRA // Stop
LH J FRA - LAX // Dest
OZ J LAX - ICN
SQ J ICN - SIN
SQ J SIN - PER

So get my first flight on a A380 and first flight on a 747-8 and will probably choose and exit row upstairs which is also a first for me on a 747..

110,000 and $262.75 taxes plus $50 phone booking fee... I originally thought when i put it on hold that the $262.75 figure was the total inc the $50, but those taxes seem a little high??? Maybe not i suppose....

When doing the research for this how do you get award traveller to show routes through both Europe and Asia. Or is there another tool??