Hey everyone, I'm planning a trip to Asia in 2024 and want to make the most of my AAdvantage miles for a business class experience. I've been accumulating miles through the Citi / AAdvantage Platinum Select World Elite MasterCard and some recent flights.
I'm specifically looking to fly to Tokyo (HND or NRT) or Seoul (ICN) and I see a mix of options like American Airlines direct flights or partner airlines like Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific.
Does anyone have tips on finding the best award availability for these routes? Are there any particular sweet spots or times of the year when availability opens up more? Also, any thoughts on the best business class experience among these airlines?
Lastly, I'm curious if there are any other AAdvantage partners I should consider for more creative routings. Thanks in advance for your advice and experiences!
I'm specifically looking to fly to Tokyo (HND or NRT) or Seoul (ICN) and I see a mix of options like American Airlines direct flights or partner airlines like Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific.
Does anyone have tips on finding the best award availability for these routes? Are there any particular sweet spots or times of the year when availability opens up more? Also, any thoughts on the best business class experience among these airlines?
Lastly, I'm curious if there are any other AAdvantage partners I should consider for more creative routings. Thanks in advance for your advice and experiences!