Jan 8, 2015, 12:16 am
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Anyone is welcome to ask anything, even the most basic questions, in this thread without having to fear a snarky response. In this thread, there's no such thing as a dumb question--we were all new to Alaska Airlines, FlyerTalk, and even the whole idea of mileage programs once and needed some help navigating the ropes. We're here to help you do just that!
That said, if you want to do a little reading to see if your question has been previously discussed, links to some of the most common and extensive topics in this forum are listed in our FAQ thread--click here to check it out.
Special care will be given in this thread to trying to provide answers in a clear manner with minimal use of acronyms and jargon.
If you need to contact someone for help, here's a current list of our forum's team:
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You are welcome to send a private message to any of these individuals for assistance, but you'll generally get a faster response and broader palette of answers if you simply post your inquiry here in this thread.
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Mar 6, 2015, 1:45 pm
#286
Join Date: Oct 2012
Programs: AS MVP, BA
Posts: 300
Hi, I recently booked a British Airway partner award on AS (used BA miles to fly on AS). I am a club 49 member.
If I am able to attach my AS mileage number to this ticket, will I be able to get the 2 free bags as part of club 49?
thanks in advance
If I am able to attach my AS mileage number to this ticket, will I be able to get the 2 free bags as part of club 49?
thanks in advance
Mar 6, 2015, 4:22 pm
#287
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Sunny Seattle
Programs: AS MVPG 75K, HH Diamond
Posts: 539
That said, your BA ticket probably gets you at least one bag free even in basic economy, more for some destinations and premium cabins; check BA's allowances for specifics.
Mar 6, 2015, 5:36 pm
#288
Join Date: Oct 2012
Programs: AS MVP, BA
Posts: 300
No, the bag benefit from Club 49 is limited to AS only: "Club 49™ members and those traveling in the same reservation will receive 2 free checked bags when traveling to or from Alaska on Alaska Airlines."
That said, your BA ticket probably gets you at least one bag free even in basic economy, more for some destinations and premium cabins; check BA's allowances for specifics.
That said, your BA ticket probably gets you at least one bag free even in basic economy, more for some destinations and premium cabins; check BA's allowances for specifics.
The BA agent told me there is no baggage allowance just from them. So the baggage allowance would need to come from club 49 status (its actually my wife and daughter who are not MVP).
Mar 6, 2015, 6:32 pm
#289
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Sunny Seattle
Programs: AS MVPG 75K, HH Diamond
Posts: 539
Sorry, I misread your original post - thanks for correcting me. I believe what you want to do should work.
Mar 7, 2015, 7:39 am
#290
Join Date: Dec 2013
Posts: 11
AS partner miles
I just booked & paid 5 round trip from BWI to DAB on Delta for my Daughter and friends on-line. When prompted, my Mileage Plan account number was accepted on my Daughters ticket (same last name). The additional four reservations would not accept my MP account number. I booked the 5 tickets but would like to get Alaska miles for all the tickets. I am MVP Gold 75K. Am I out of luck or is there something I need to do?
Mar 7, 2015, 9:37 am
#291
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Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: BOS/ORH
Programs: AS 75K
Posts: 18,323
I just booked & paid 5 round trip from BWI to DAB on Delta for my Daughter and friends on-line. When prompted, my Mileage Plan account number was accepted on my Daughters ticket (same last name). The additional four reservations would not accept my MP account number. I booked the 5 tickets but would like to get Alaska miles for all the tickets. I am MVP Gold 75K. Am I out of luck or is there something I need to do?
Mar 7, 2015, 9:58 am
#292
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 147
Hi All,
a quick question. Are you allowed to book 1/2 stopovers on a Intra-Asia or Intra-Europe redemption on a one-way/return or are they not considered international itineraries?
Cheers
a quick question. Are you allowed to book 1/2 stopovers on a Intra-Asia or Intra-Europe redemption on a one-way/return or are they not considered international itineraries?
Cheers
Mar 7, 2015, 10:00 am
#293
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Mar 10, 2015, 12:10 am
#294
Join Date: May 2013
Location: LHR
Programs: AA EXP, DL DM, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 1,033
So I searched and couldn't find this, but maybe I missed it. Anyway, how does mileage accrual work on codeshare flights with the new 2015 earning scheme? Specifically, the following two scenarios:
DL XXXX operated by AS
AS XXXX operated by DL
(I'm assuming with AS/AA it isn't an issue. But I'm interested in, e.g., DL V fares that make use of the AS LAX-DCA flight, or AS T/G/R fares that make use of DL codeshares on SEA-JFK)
DL XXXX operated by AS
AS XXXX operated by DL
(I'm assuming with AS/AA it isn't an issue. But I'm interested in, e.g., DL V fares that make use of the AS LAX-DCA flight, or AS T/G/R fares that make use of DL codeshares on SEA-JFK)
Mar 10, 2015, 3:49 am
#295
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Mar 10, 2015, 7:02 am
#296
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Mar 10, 2015, 9:26 am
#297
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: NYC
Programs: Delta Gold, SPG Gold, HHonors Gold, UA Gold (status match)
Posts: 777
Can I book an award from Europe to South Africa? Every time I search on Alaska for flights originating in Europe, I get an error code. There is availability from US to SA.
Mar 10, 2015, 10:58 am
#298
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: SEA
Programs: AS 75K
Posts: 759
Edit: I read SA as South America; the statement is still true but going to the US is more out of the way if you're going to Africa. However, you could also do two CX awards, Europe-HKG and then HKG-SA.
Last edited by LwoodY2K; Mar 10, 2015 at 11:00 am Reason: Reading comprehension
Mar 10, 2015, 12:59 pm
#299
Join Date: May 2013
Location: LHR
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Posts: 1,033
Mar 10, 2015, 1:46 pm
#300
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: NYC
Programs: Delta Gold, SPG Gold, HHonors Gold, UA Gold (status match)
Posts: 777
Not as a single award. If you look at the AS award charts, almost all of them involve going to/from the US. So, you can book one award of Europe-US and then another US-SA but not one that is Europe-SA.
Edit: I read SA as South America; the statement is still true but going to the US is more out of the way if you're going to Africa. However, you could also do two CX awards, Europe-HKG and then HKG-SA.
Edit: I read SA as South America; the statement is still true but going to the US is more out of the way if you're going to Africa. However, you could also do two CX awards, Europe-HKG and then HKG-SA.
I did call about Cathay availability but the agent again told me I could not fly just the HKG to SA route. Is this right?
Last, any rhyme or reason as to when BA business or first availability will open up on Alaska?
Last edited by floridagal23; Mar 10, 2015 at 1:55 pm