What did you pay for your flight? - Page 10

wildewoman · 10-18-2009, 07:25 PM

We're looking at flights right now. We will fly out of SFO - which means a lay over at JFK or Atalnta.

Most flights leave close to 11 pm & arrive in Aruba close to 2 pm - the next day. Makes for a very long travel day.

Flights right now are running $ 1561.00 for 2.

I'm thinking of going first class (oh la la) for $ 2000.00 for 2. At least then we could sleep.

miesk5 · 10-19-2009, 09:46 AM

That is a long day!
I made many flights in and out of SFO in the past; always had problems w/making the conn flights out of Stapleton; seems Continental, etc. would plan conn flt with just a 15 min window; could never get the attendants or Pilots to move me and my Navy gear up front or ask everyone to remin seated so conn flight folks could get up and out in time.

Our Saturday morning JFK flight in NOV is about 80% booked now as compared to about 99% booked last year @ same time period.

The "extra legroom" seats are mainly not booked due to the slightly higher $; these are considered 1st class because of the legroom. and $ by travelers.
GL! I'm over 6' tall and find the reg seats A-OK for a relaxed flight.

wildewoman · 10-19-2009, 09:50 AM

Yes - a long & sleepless day. When we arrived in Aruba - Bully took us to the Surf Club where we slept for almost 4 hours. I hate losing a whole day.

We have discussed the flights for a few days now. We have even thought about staying the night in Atlanta & then fly out the next day - to get as much time AWAKE on Aruba as possible.

If prices stay what they are now - first class is not that unreasonable. We have to wait 2 more weeks to book.

*Arubalisa* · 10-19-2009, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by wildewoman

We have even thought about staying the night in Atlanta & then fly out the next day - to get as much time AWAKE on Aruba as possible.

I cannot give any suggestions on Atlanta hotels, but I do know, speaking from experience, you must be VERY careful WHERE you book. I would review the reviews on tripadvisor.com very carefully. Also look at distances from the airport proper. The airport is not in the "best" section

of the city. But then again, I guess what airport is?

wildewoman · 10-19-2009, 04:08 PM

If prices stay where they are today - we'll go with first class & have big comfy seats. The flight from SFO to Atlanta is about 5 hours & leaves SFO at 11:50 pm.

Keep your fingers crossed.

Tim · 11-06-2009, 02:58 PM

I'm booked on a direct flight from boston on jetblue 11/20-11/25 (staying at the marriott surf). Cost is $169 each way.

*Andrea J.* · 11-06-2009, 03:23 PM

what are the additional fees?

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Originally Posted by Tim

I'm booked on a direct flight from boston on jetblue 11/20-11/25 (staying at the marriott surf). Cost is $169 each way.

wildewoman · 11-07-2009, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Tim

I'm booked on a direct flight from boston on jetblue 11/20-11/25 (staying at the marriott surf). Cost is $169 each way.

WOW!! That is a great rate!!

Love the surf club by the way . . . . . .

*Andrea J.* · 11-07-2009, 10:14 AM

just booked an AA r/t ticket
Tampa to Miami to Aruba depart at 7:15 am and arrive at 3:30 pm jan 6
return feb 3

$426 including taxes and fees

10-19-2009, 09:46 AM	#92 (permalink)
miesk5 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Eagle Beach @ La Cabana Posts: 47	That is a long day! I made many flights in and out of SFO in the past; always had problems w/making the conn flights out of Stapleton; seems Continental, etc. would plan conn flt with just a 15 min window; could never get the attendants or Pilots to move me and my Navy gear up front or ask everyone to remin seated so conn flight folks could get up and out in time. Our Saturday morning JFK flight in NOV is about 80% booked now as compared to about 99% booked last year @ same time period. The "extra legroom" seats are mainly not booked due to the slightly higher $; these are considered 1st class because of the legroom. and $ by travelers. GL! I'm over 6' tall and find the reg seats A-OK for a relaxed flight. __________________ Thanks to All Who Serve! Last edited by miesk5; 10-19-2009 at 09:48 AM.

10-19-2009, 09:50 AM	#93 (permalink)
wildewoman Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 142	Yes - a long & sleepless day. When we arrived in Aruba - Bully took us to the Surf Club where we slept for almost 4 hours. I hate losing a whole day. We have discussed the flights for a few days now. We have even thought about staying the night in Atlanta & then fly out the next day - to get as much time AWAKE on Aruba as possible. If prices stay what they are now - first class is not that unreasonable. We have to wait 2 more weeks to book. __________________ Last edited by wildewoman; 10-19-2009 at 04:10 PM.

10-19-2009, 04:08 PM	#95 (permalink)
wildewoman Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 142	If prices stay where they are today - we'll go with first class & have big comfy seats. The flight from SFO to Atlanta is about 5 hours & leaves SFO at 11:50 pm. Keep your fingers crossed. __________________

11-07-2009, 10:14 AM	#99 (permalink)
Andrea J. Aruba since 1979 Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: eagle beach alto vista chapel arashi beach amsterdam manor beach bar LePonderosa or Gold Mine Ranch about 30' off shore @ eagle beach..ahhhh Posts: 4,201 Images: 40	just booked an AA r/t ticket Tampa to Miami to Aruba depart at 7:15 am and arrive at 3:30 pm jan 6 return feb 3 $426 including taxes and fees __________________ Aruba Jan 21 for 2 weeks!

10-18-2009, 07:25 PM	#91 (permalink)
wildewoman Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 142	We're looking at flights right now. We will fly out of SFO - which means a lay over at JFK or Atalnta. Most flights leave close to 11 pm & arrive in Aruba close to 2 pm - the next day. Makes for a very long travel day. Flights right now are running $ 1561.00 for 2. I'm thinking of going first class (oh la la) for $ 2000.00 for 2. At least then we could sleep.

11-06-2009, 02:58 PM	#96 (permalink)
Tim Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 27	I'm booked on a direct flight from boston on jetblue 11/20-11/25 (staying at the marriott surf). Cost is $169 each way.