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Flights to USA

  • 20-02-2014 11:46am
    #1
    DM addict
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    Myself and my husband are moving to Seattle soon - we're moving with work, so the initial flights etc are sorted for us.

    But obviously, we'll be back and forth occasionally over the next while for personal reasons.

    My question is, does anyone know of the best way to get cheap flights to/from the west coast of USA? It's always going to be at least two flights, but I'd be ok with doing three/four if it knocks the price down. But whenever I seem to look, it doesn't seem to be much cheaper, or I keep getting the one change options.

    Any advice?


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  • #2
    schemingbohemia
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    I don't think there's any failsafe guarantee other than keeping an eye on www.skyscanner.com and the ITA Matrix
    http://matrix.itasoftware.com/

    If you're going to be coming home regularly then looking at which companies offer the best airmile rewards would also be a consideration if prices are close.


  • #3
    Yamanoto
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    Remember too in the US in particular, you can accrue considerable mileage without ever setting foot on a plane - credit card sign-up bonuses, hotel stays, car rental & even your grocery shop could go some way towards getting home once or twice a year for very little spend.

    http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/

    http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/credit-debit-prepaid-card-programs-390/


  • #4
    ScottSF
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    Great advice about using frequent flier miles as a way to save money. It does pay to stick with one airline alliance (like the Star Alliance which includes United, Lufthansa, and Air Canada (to go via Toronto) for example. Typically miles do not expire as long as you have some activity on your account.

    The distance from Dublin to Seattle is significant, so your family can accrue miles quickly. That can then lead to a free flight which is a rewarding way to save on the costs. For free flight availability you may have to book way in advance to secure seats on a popular route. Look at flyertalk.com for tons of advice on the different programs and rules.

    And like stated above, you can earn more miles in many other travel and non-travel ways. Getting a credit card that gives out the miles you are collecting is well worth it if you can get approved for one. Look for a no annual fee (at least for the first year) offer.

    One more tip... in the past Southwest Airlines fares were included in the flight meta-search (fare comparision) results. I'm not sure if they service Seattle though...


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