why is this bizzare?
I dont get it......why is this bizzare....for those of us who are 'unlucky' enough not to live in LON area choice of direct flights is sererly limited both in terms of fares, frequencies, and carriers. A previous poster mentioned DUB, for example. There is one GF service(3x weekly) and one EI service to DXB(3x weekly). These are the only eastward LH services. Here in Ireland it is not unusual to see KLM/LH/AF advertise longhaul destinations from DUB/ORK. We have had to endure LHR for years for any decent connection.....at least you have the choice between saving time or saving money....get over it.