Jan 1, 2020, 6:43 pm
Last edit by: yyznomad
Get more out of your eUpgrade Credits
Since Air Canada doesn't seem to provide these important links anymore, let us do it for them.
- Official eUp chart (as of Oct 2 2020)
- Upgrades can now be requested at anytime after booking (i.e. it can be requested prior to your clearance window).
North America / Sun
International
eUpgrade Clearance Windows
FAQ: How to Upgrade on Air Canada
Feb 7, 2016, 11:59 am
#796
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There can be a small difference due to the type of ticket you hold, but the bigger factor is how full the flight is. If business is empty, upgrades will be ~$500 each way, regardless of fare. If business is full, upgrades will probably be above $1000.
That is a fairly expensive route to upgrade on, and prices are routinely in the 600-700 range each way.
That is a fairly expensive route to upgrade on, and prices are routinely in the 600-700 range each way.
go for 777hd if you can or 77w with 40 j seats
But I would say this. Why not TANGO +PE Seat(60 each way)???
Pay another 15 bucks each way and you got your self a business class meal. Kinda just like NA business seats from A320?
Seems to be much more worth
Last edited by Jumper Jack; Feb 7, 2016 at 12:07 pm
Feb 7, 2016, 12:08 pm
#797
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I would say also depends on the plane. 787 is going to be very hard.
go for 777hd if you can or 77w with 40 j seats
But I would say this. Why not TANGO +PE Seat(60 each way)???
Pay another 15 bucks each way and you got your self a business class meal. Kinda just like NA business seats from A320?
Seems to be much more worth
go for 777hd if you can or 77w with 40 j seats
But I would say this. Why not TANGO +PE Seat(60 each way)???
Pay another 15 bucks each way and you got your self a business class meal. Kinda just like NA business seats from A320?
Seems to be much more worth
Thanks - I am a big guy (6' 3"), and really hate econ. This is a long flight and I appreciate any help.
Feb 7, 2016, 12:21 pm
#798
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That's a great point - I don't have much experience with Premium Economy. Again, forgive the noob question, but how do you buy it? On the AC website I just see economy and business fares listed?
Thanks - I am a big guy (6' 3"), and really hate econ. This is a long flight and I appreciate any help.
Thanks - I am a big guy (6' 3"), and really hate econ. This is a long flight and I appreciate any help.
First go on seat guru. Look at the 2-3-2 layout seat for 787 and 2-4-2 layout seats. Writedown the seat numbers you want, and call AC to book them. Chances are AC agents will try to get you to book in a non-pe row. You must INSIST on one of those seats.
You have no ideas how much I hated the 777HD Seats too lmao.
Feb 7, 2016, 12:23 pm
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That's a great point - I don't have much experience with Premium Economy. Again, forgive the noob question, but how do you buy it? On the AC website I just see economy and business fares listed?
Thanks - I am a big guy (6' 3"), and really hate econ. This is a long flight and I appreciate any help.
Thanks - I am a big guy (6' 3"), and really hate econ. This is a long flight and I appreciate any help.
Feb 7, 2016, 12:30 pm
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Also AC agents will say they dont know what PE section is on NA flights based off my experience with them. You have to spoonfeed them with the exact seat number lmao.
Feb 7, 2016, 12:48 pm
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How does one go about getting the prepaid meal voucher? (sorry, again, TOTAL noob at this).
On one other note, for domestic does PE get a free alcohol/lounge access?
again, thanks all. I am not really looking forward to this flight.
Feb 7, 2016, 12:55 pm
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Sorry, so you're saying that I just book a regular ticket, and then call in and say I want a seat in the PE section? Do they charge for that? It can't be done online?
How does one go about getting the prepaid meal voucher? (sorry, again, TOTAL noob at this).
On one other note, for domestic does PE get a free alcohol/lounge access?
again, thanks all. I am not really looking forward to this flight.
How does one go about getting the prepaid meal voucher? (sorry, again, TOTAL noob at this).
On one other note, for domestic does PE get a free alcohol/lounge access?
again, thanks all. I am not really looking forward to this flight.
Feb 7, 2016, 1:01 pm
#803
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Well its not actual PE, Its "preferred seating" as AC discontinued PE NA(another long story). You can pay for the meal voucher in your reservation. And no, no lounge access or any special treatment for you. You are treated just like a normal tango paying customer. Except at an extra 12.50 an hour. You seats are far more comfortable.
Feb 7, 2016, 1:29 pm
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Yeah the PR07 can be applied to anything.
It is purchased during booking.
I also thought that Flex tickets could purchase AC lounge access for $25 per direction.
It is purchased during booking.
I also thought that Flex tickets could purchase AC lounge access for $25 per direction.
Feb 7, 2016, 2:19 pm
#805
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Hey sorry everyone - sorry, how do I tell what's a PE seat? I see some by business class, but how do I know they are wider etc?
Feb 7, 2016, 2:24 pm
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Feb 7, 2016, 3:55 pm
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Feb 7, 2016, 6:26 pm
#809
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Upgrading to Lat Fare for upgrade question
Hey there - I am looking to switch to a Lat fare (from flex) so I can upgrade. My question is this, on AC it says that it is upgradeable (5 seats left) but what if they say I can't upgrade? Any 24 hour rule that I can revert back to my original fare class?
Feb 7, 2016, 7:17 pm
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If you provide your flight details, someone here can give you the inventory from EF... then you'd really know if you'd be able to u/g after paying the upfare to Y... otherwise, no need to pay for the upfare.