:biggrin2:Pre-op and I have a date with Dr. Aceves for the Verticle Sleeve and I'm wondering about what airline others used, that flew from the U.S. to San Diego. I've only flown a couple of times and it's been years ago and I have no clue where to really start *lol* I live near St. louis so that's where I'll be departing from. Any information will be appreciated!!

I'm soooooo excited and nervous!

ps this thread may be in the wrong place, just starting to try to figure out this site and everything so please be patient with me. Thanks everyone

Beth

IIRC, St. Louis is a hub for American Airlines, so their rates would probably be fairly good. aa.com

What I usually do is go to www.expedia.com and put in my fly and return dates.

They "shop around" for you, and select the different flights, airlines and connection times based on your specs.

Using that info, I go directly to the website of the airline that had the lowest fare for my destination.

Every once in a while Expedia will have a lower price by switching up airlines... but generally I like going through the airlines themselves because the tickets are easier to change and the hassle is minimal.

Also, if you have a connecting flight, leave at least an hour's time to connect. This used to be just a "suggestion", but now, it's damn near mandantory. I travel once or twice a month and I swear if since 9/11 the airline flight delay situation has gotten worse.

Good luck hon :thumbup:

I used Alaska Air but in St. Lewis it's probably Northwest Air.

It's a good idea to use one of the web sites that check

all the prices for you then call that airline directly because

you get charged extra for using them.

Travelocity is another one besides Expedia.

I live there.....south west had a direct (no plne change flight) both directions & it was only 4 hours on the plane monday. Same fora return.

AA has only one direct till the end of august....... one of the ones getting dropped......I wanted that but it was so much more expensive than when I made resevations than when i looked (that 21 day thing)......but I was waiting on my expidited passport to come! before I purchased......did not turn out the way I planned.

I am originally from the St Louis area and when I fly home, I usually go Southwest as they usually have the best rates. Also internet fairs. Good luck

I am originally from the St Louis area and when I fly home, I usually go Southwest as they usually have the best rates. Also internet fairs. Good luck

And Southwest does not ever appear on any of the other sites, expedia, travelocity -- you can go to www.southwestairlines.com and sign up for their "ding" program -- it will give you notification when flights to cities you are interested in are available. They are time limited but they have some great deals. I got my best friend from Indiana r/t for $105 ... you had to travel and Wednesday - we didn't care, she was opened to travel any day ... so it worked. They regularly have tix to SD for $48.

Thank you all so much for all your advice on the airline thing...I've been looking and so far for the dates that I'm needing and with my wanting the flight both ways to be non-stop, that limits my choice to AA. A little more costly but not having to stop especially on the way home after surgery I figure hubby can spring for it *lol*

I am so thankful for this forum and for all of the great people here. I'm learning so much and I have so much to learn and I know right here is where it can be found. Thanks again everyone!

Beth:biggrin0:

When are you going? The direct to SAN DIEGO is one of the ones being cut in august. i can not remember the date but it was w/ a huge announcement last week.

aa was cutting another 30+ direct flights.

I think it was after 15th of august

My surgery date is for July 14th. So far my best bet is looking like AA. I'm going to look a little more today and then I really need to book it because the prices go higher as the day gets closer. I've seen cheaper but they have stops and I really want non-stop.

Beth

Get an aisle seat, you will probably need that on your return trip if the gas gets bad and you develope peacock poops from the dye they give when checking for leaks.

Were going AA on Saturday. From Des Moines, to Dallas then San Diego. On the way back it goes through St. Louis.

That is the best I could do out of Des Moines.

:biggrin0: Peacock poops! This sounds serious! Should I try to be near the bathroom? Someone suggested to me that the best seat is near the wings as there are people always up to go to the toilet.

I hope to get on the plane early because I'm going to pull the " I just had stomach surgery " card, and get an early boarding privilege. *hopes*

St. Louis Airport to San Diego is a 3hr 39 min flight nonstop as is the return, this is with AA. I booked with them because of the non stop thing.

Hoping I won't get those poops!

Thanks for the warning!

Beth

:biggrin0: Peacock poops! This sounds serious! Should I try to be near the bathroom? Someone suggested to me that the best seat is near the wings as there are people always up to go to the toilet.

I hope to get on the plane early because I'm going to pull the " I just had stomach surgery " card, and get an early boarding privilege. *hopes*

St. Louis Airport to San Diego is a 3hr 39 min flight nonstop as is the return, this is with AA. I booked with them because of the non stop thing.

Hoping I won't get those poops!

Thanks for the warning!

Beth

They didn't hit me until 2 days after I was home -- Wednesday & Thursday -- and that was the only issues I had. I think you'll probably be okay for the flight ... just if you feel the need to pass gas - you might want to go to the restroom just in case you make the "wrong" decision, if you know what I mean.

Hi,

You might want to check Southwest Airlines. Does Dr. Aceves provide transportation to/ from San Diego? He just might be my guy soon! Good luck.

Chas:001_smile:

Hi,

You might want to check Southwest Airlines. Does Dr. Aceves provide transportation to/ from San Diego? He just might be my guy soon! Good luck.

Chas:001_smile:

Yes, he does. After you arrive in SD all transportation is taken care of.

Thanks !

Chas