British Airways is currently running a nice premium economy sale for flights from Sweden to the United States. A destination that stands out is Phoenix in Arizona, as merely British Airways flies there directly from Europe all year long. So if you want to fly to Phoenix in premium economy, this really is the best way to do it, without tedious layovers in the USA and domestic economy class flights. Currently, you’d pay SEK 8,424 (~€728) for the tickets.
Our calendar displays all available dates for trips of 4-28 days. Once you’ve selected your preferred dates, click on the blue button to be redirected to British Airways’ booking site:
You would first fly to London in British Airways Airbus A320neo economy class, and then board an Airbus A350 for the 11-hour premium economy flight to Phoenix. You’ll be able to bring 2 x 23 kg of luggage on all flights.
Search & Book
The fare rules only state that your trip has to last at least 6 days or include a Sunday. It also has to be booked at least 7 days before departure. While the tickets are non-refundable, you may rebook them, only paying the price difference.
Our calendar displays the available dates for trips of up to 28 days. For longer trips, check out Google Flights‘ calendar. The flights are available at this price directly on British Airways’ website.
Mileage
The flights between Sweden and London are issued in booking class K, while the long-haul tickets are issued in booking class T. The entire trip should get you:
- 12,480 Avios + 74 Qpoints on Qatar Privilege Club
- 11,428 Avios + 200 Tier Points on British Airways Executive Club
- 11,428 Avios + 890 Elite Points on Iberia Plus
- 11,428 Miles on American AAdvantage
- 11,428 Miles on Alaska Mileage Plan
- 11,428 Points on Finnair Plus
- 11,428 Miles on Japan Airlines Mileage Bank
- 11,428 Award Miles on LATAM Pass
- 11,428 Points + 16 Elite Points on Malaysia Airlines Enrich
- 11,428 Miles on Royal Air Maroc Safar Flyer
- 11,428 Miles on SriLankan FlySmiLes
- 11,428 Avios on Aer Lingus AerClub
- 10,972 AsiaMiles + 80 Club Points on Asia Miles
- 10,972 Miles on Royal Jordanian Royal Club
Destination
Hotel prices in Phoenix usually start at roughly €165, depending on 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 USA offers many sights, natural wonders and cultural significance. Thanks to numerous airlines offering flights across the Atlantic, it is always pretty inexpensive to get there. Alternatively, you can also cross the Atlantic by boat.
Immigration, ESTA & Visa Requirements
The USA has one of the strictest entry regulations in the world. Most EU citizens, among others, are lucky to be able to participate in the so-called Visa Waiver Program. If you get an electronic entry permit (ESTA) for approximately €20, you don’t need a visa for entry.
The Best Time to Visit
Due to its sheer size, the perfect time to visit the USA varies greatly from region to region. In winter, Florida is very popular due to the mild temperatures. In the summer the West and East Coasts are flooded by tourists which drives up the prices for hotels and flights and during the Indian Summer in late autumn New England is a very popular destination. The hurricane season between July and September can be dangerous in the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico. Florida and the southern states are regularly struck by these tropical storms. Blizzards occur from the East Coast to the Midwest during the winter months and regularly put air traffic and public life on hold.
Currency
The US dollar is widely used throughout the world and accepted as a currency in most tourist hotspots worldwide. That being said, carrying cash isn’t necessary in the US, all you need is a credit card! These are very common in the USA and are accepted pretty much everywhere without any issues. If you already have a credit card in your wallet, you should make sure that it does not charge a foreign currency fee if possible. Carrying a few dollars in cash doesn’t hurt though. You might need cash e.g. for the bus ticket if you want to buy it directly from the driver. Most of the time you even have to give exact change.
Finding the Best eSIM Plan
We’ve compared various eSIM providers, such as Knowroaming and Ubigi. To see which plan is best for your travel needs, and which network offers the best coverage, feel free to read our detailed guide:
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