Originally Posted by
dfreeman02
I agree that I don't have to justify why I'm flying to JAX. I guess the question is what can I do if I can't get to JAX. Usually UA is willing to do what I want if I can give a plausible reason. If I find a routing to MCO for example, is there anything I can say that would increase the chances of them putting me on those flights?
Just explain that the purpose of the trip is to get mileage credit, so you're willing to just stay home if they'll give you original routing credit. Might work!