Miami: Oneworld First Class Starting at €2,556 from Budapest

Oneworld partners British Airways and American Airlines are offering cheap first class tickets from Budapest, starting at only €2,556 (~HUF 999,785) for flights to Miami.

Tickets include business class flights from Budapest to London and First Class flights across the pond in both directions. In addition, you get three check bags up to 32 kg each and access to British Airways’ dedicated First Class lounge in Heathrow.

Our availability previews all flights for less than €2,600. After selecting an in- and outbound flight date, it will forward you to skyscanner. From there, you can continue to American Airlines’ website, where the cheapest tickets are sold.

You would always first fly to London in British Airways’ business class. From there, you fly directly to the USA. Usually, your transatlantic flight would be operated by British Airways, with American costing a bit more. Some itineraries include an additional US domestic first flight. You need to clear immigration at your first US entry point.

British Airways First Class

British Airways’ first class is not as glamorous as its Middle Eastern or Asian competitors. On the other hand, it’s often offered for prices that are not very far from what others charge for business class. All tickets include a 3x 32 kg baggage allowance, access to first class lounges (where available) and exquisite catering.

The seats are 1.98 m long and also more spacious than those in the new business class Club Suite. However, there are only doors in the latest product on board a few of the Boeing 777 planes. Depending on the type of aircraft, the cabin consists of 8 to 14 first class seats.

You can find relevant reviews below:

• Review of British Airways’ first class in a Boeing 787 at One Mile at a Time
• Review of British Airways’ first class in an Airbus A380 at The Points Guy

American Airlines First Class

At American Airlines, there is only a real first class named Flagship First in the Boeing 777-300. The alignment is like in business class (1-2-1) and otherwise, the seat is (unfortunately) more reminiscent of a good business class, but at least it is a lot more spacious. The swivel function of the seat is quite unique so that you can look straight ahead through the window during the flight.

Especially the soft product still has a lot of room for improvement. Here are a few relevant reviews:

• Review of American Airlines’ First Class in a Boeing 777 at One Mile at a Time
• Review of American Airlines’ First Class in a Boeing 777 at God Save the Points
• Review of American Airlines’ First Class in a Boeing 777 at Travel Codex

Search & Book

The fare rules give no expiration date for this deal. In order to get the lowest price, you need to stay at least six days or one night from Saturday to Sunday at your destination. Availability is not the best, but it is okay in Summer 2023.

Google Flights previews most available flight dates with some nagging inaccuracies. You can also use BA’s well-hidden low-cost calendar, though prices there are a bit more expensive. We recommend buying first class tickets directly with the airline. In this case, it is also the cheapest option.

Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?

More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:

Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.

If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.

This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.

Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.

This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.

Mileage

The short business class flights are issued in booking class I, while the long-haul first class flights are issued in booking class A. American Airlines short-haul first class also gets booking class J. To give you an example, this is what you’d get for a round trip to Miami with British Airways:

Are you looking to reach a frequent flyer status with these flights? Feel free to use our status calculator to see how far your flights leave you from reaching your goal:

Destination

Hotel prices in the US usually start at roughly €100, depending on the city and the hotel category. Whichever category and hotel you opt for, make sure to get the best price! Our recommendation is to search on booking.com, or even on our own Travel-Dealz hotel search:

Information & Tips for USA

The United States offers a wide range of tourist sights, from national parks like Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon to cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. The currency is the U.S. dollar (USD), and card payments are widely accepted. Prices vary by region but can be high in major cities, especially for accommodation and dining. Weather differs greatly across the country—winters can be harsh in the north, while the south often stays mild; summers are generally hot and humid in many areas.

The U.S. transport infrastructure is highly car-dependent, especially outside major cities. Urban centres like New York, Chicago, and San Francisco have functional public transit, but many other cities have limited options. Between cities, domestic flights are common for long distances, while intercity buses and Amtrak trains cover some routes, though often with slower speeds and less frequency compared to other countries. Without a car, getting around can be inconvenient in many parts of the country.

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