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Re: Air options: American v. United (Newark v. Phili)
[Re: singbeach]
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10/07/2016 02:15 PM
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. Then an even better price on United through Newark. Is it worth paying an extra $30 to avoid Phili and fly home on United? A bit confused how United can be a better price but cost $30 more....but anyway...it all depends on how much layover time there is. If there is a decent layover then it is a wash...
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Re: Air options: American v. United (Newark v. Phili)
[Re: boucharda]
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10/07/2016 02:49 PM
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boucharda said: $28 is not bad. If i have options I always choose a longer layover on the return BUT... my main issue with AA is there constant changing of flights from those that are booked.
It seems my 2 hour layover always becomes 55 minutes a couple of weeks before the flight and I am stuck keeping that flight or paying a stupid price for a last minute fare.
It's all a crap shoot now.... AA usually makes seasonal adjustments of their prices but this time of year, their November flights and rates should be pretty stable. That said, all things can be changed at the whim of each of the airlines and nothing is absolutely set in stone. The only benefit I can see of AA over United is AA does offer more flights and options if there should be any problems with your scheduled flight. Well, that and a little more comfort room for clearing C & I on the way home. In the event you need to change terminals you may need that extra time. And truthfully, many will say to avoid PA in the winter months, but chances are pretty good if you can't fly into PA due to weather issues you may not fly into Boston either. I wouldn't worry that much about it.
Respectfully,
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Re: Air options: American v. United (Newark v. Phili)
[Re: smalbany]
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10/10/2016 09:50 PM
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That was actually what I was thinking. Even if mom technically doesn't need it, it can definitely be helpful, with immigration, customs, etc., etc...
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Re: Air options: American v. United (Newark v. Phili)
[Re: Islandercpl]
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10/11/2016 11:54 AM
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I think with most airlines, it is a check box when you are booking the ticket. Does the person need assistance, and you check whether the person can walk at all, needs their OWN wheelchair, etc. I have done it several times when booking tickets for mom, who is 90..
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