If you’re planning on going to Asia, specifically China or Japan, consider flying on American Airlines. American Airlines is offering Asia Business Class deals starting at $1865 each way.
Purchase your flight by July 30, 2012 for travel between August 26 – December 12, 2012. All travel needs to be completed by December 15, 2012.
| From: | To: | Starting At: |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (LAX) | Shanghai Pudong (PVG) | $1865 |
| New York Kennedy (JFK) | Tokyo Haneda (HND) | $2070 |
| Chicago O’Hare (ORD) | Tokyo Narita (NRT) | $2073 |
| Dallas / Ft. Worth (DFW) | Tokyo Narita (NRT) | $2073 |
| Los Angeles (LAX) | Tokyo Narita (NRT) | $2073 |
| Miami (MIA) | Tokyo Narita (NRT) | $2080 |
| Chicago O’Hare (ORD) | Shanghai Pudong (PVG) | $2165 |
| New York Kennedy (JFK) | Shanghai Pudong (PVG) | $2222 |
| Chicago O’Hare (ORD) | Beijing (PEK) | $2391 |
If space is available you can apply a SWU (System Wide Upgrade) and fly in First Class.Book your flight and/or read the fine print here.
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