40k aa miles jfk-tlv is a good deal? Can I do better with a different airline?
That's their standard price. Add $100 tax if flying AA for the long haul or $350 if it's BA.
BA is 23k off peak or 30k peak dates. Taxes $300-$350 on AA/BA metal. If you find AB metal, taxes are only $25, although AB doesn't qualify for off-peak pricing.
Then you have 25k AF + $100 (cheaper if you wait for their next promo).
Also, please post in the appropriate thread.