First time flying United

[Madz]

Hi all

I'm flying SYD-SFO-ORD-MHT on New Year's Eve. I've only ever flown Qantas to the US so have a couple of questions.

1) is there a way I can use the points I get on UA? I have an account but would much rather they end up in my Qantas or Virgin account. Eg could I transfer them to Krismiles then to Velocity points?

2) Just confirming that it's totally worth it to pay the extra for 'economy plus'?

3) this is going to be a shock coming from Qantas, right?

I usually love flying, but everything I have heard about UA makes me dread the flight....

Thanks everyone
Madz

 

[kpc]

Not going to help you but I flew UA Syd-Sfo-Jfk rtn in Y in 1999, and have never flown them since!

 

[TomVexille]

1. What's your booking class? If it's on this chart, you can open a krisflyer account and transfer to VA later.

2. 34inch seat pitch is what you get.

3. Maybe it's because I get the culture, I usually get along with UA crew like a house on fire. They can be quite good, but probably a good idea to keep expectations low.

 

[Madz]

Thanks

yes, it's on the chart (Q). That makes me feel a little better!

 

[TomVexille]

I calculate that at 10106 miles one way, which roughly transfers to VA as 7486 points.

 

[Madz]

Legend - thanks for your help. Doing the same the way back but continue on to Canberra with Qantas (thank god!). At least I will get some points.

Now to figure out if I can use my Virgin Velocity Amex lounge pass in the Centurion Lounge at SFO...

 

[TomVexille]

Legend - thanks for your help. Doing the same the way back but continue on to Canberra with Qantas (thank god!). At least I will get some points.

Now to figure out if I can use my Virgin Velocity Amex lounge pass in the Centurion Lounge at SFO...

I think that's a no, but you will be able to pay $50 for the privilege.

 

[BAM1748]

While people bag them out I've never had an issue with UA. It's a plane ride with a few beverages and you'll be fine.



matt

 

[incumbent]

I've flown UA a lot and would suggest that you lower your already lowered expectations a little further.

 

[Finale]

3 extra inches made a huge difference for me in economy plus. UA was good to me and even gave me a free wine when I had no status (after buying 3-4 bottles).

Hope 5x beverage coupons make your trip a bit better.