New York to Phoenix
~5h flight each way. Cash vs points analysis for one of the most popular routes from the US.
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Redreem uses a flight-time-based scoring model to determine whether a fare is a good deal. For New York to Phoenix (10 hours round-trip), here are the benchmarks:
Economy
$300
fair value RT
Premium Economy
$600
fair value RT
Business/First
$900
fair value RT
Fares below these thresholds are scored as great deals. Above 115% of the threshold is above average.
Best award programs for this route
British Airways Avios
Economy class. Distance-based pricing, cheap for short domestic hops
American AAdvantage
Economy class. Web specials often available
When to go
Peak season
Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Best weather and atmosphere. Highest fares and most crowded.
Shoulder season
Apr, Sep
Good weather, moderate prices. Often the best time to visit.
Off-season
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Lowest fares. Weather may be less ideal, but fewer crowds.
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