Questions Regarding UA's Type B DBCFREE Voucher [Merged]
Dec 5, 2008, 12:48 pm
#76
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Orchard Field
Posts: 1,421
Is there a date/time change fee on DBCFREEs? (i.e. keeping routing the same, just changing date/time)
Dec 16, 2008, 11:59 pm
#79
Join Date: Aug 2007
Programs: UA General
Posts: 334
Using Type B Voucher
I got a Type B Voucher for a free domestic roundtrip in W, V and Q class. I am considering using it for a friend's wedding (MKE-ABQ) in May, or a separate little trip to somewhere for myself such as vegas or somewhere in New England.
Questions:
1. How should I determine whether I should use this voucher for the wedding or my personal trip to obvious get the best value out of this ticket?
2. How can I search for seat availability for these classes? My guess is these fare classes are rather limited, and don't want to spend hours on the phone to find the dates.
Thanks!
Questions:
1. How should I determine whether I should use this voucher for the wedding or my personal trip to obvious get the best value out of this ticket?
2. How can I search for seat availability for these classes? My guess is these fare classes are rather limited, and don't want to spend hours on the phone to find the dates.
Thanks!
Dec 17, 2008, 12:02 am
#80
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Also, the DBCFREE vouchers allow some flexibility, providing for free date changes and the use of one open jaw.
Please see:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/unite...er-merged.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/unite...e-voucher.html
Dec 17, 2008, 1:03 am
#81
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: LAX
Programs: UA 1P MM, SPG Lifetime Gold
Posts: 654
Dec 17, 2008, 10:03 pm
#82
Join Date: Aug 2007
Programs: UA General
Posts: 334
Thanks for the ideas and website...^
I thought seatcounter.com wouldn't display UA seats but I guess even though this is free for me, it is not an award ticket.
I thought seatcounter.com wouldn't display UA seats but I guess even though this is free for me, it is not an award ticket.
Mar 13, 2009, 12:22 am
#83
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: SEATTLE, WA USA
Programs: UAL, AA, AS, CX
Posts: 1,973
Are DBC FREE tickets upgradable?
If I have a DBCFREE voucher from a vol. bump.
It says "must ticket" by May 1, 2009 - does that mean travel must be complete by then?
If I am premier status and get E+ under normal circumstances by using this voucher will I get E+ seating?
It says not upgradeable BUT is that true or are there ways to upgrade like mileage, check in kiosks?
Thanks
It says "must ticket" by May 1, 2009 - does that mean travel must be complete by then?
If I am premier status and get E+ under normal circumstances by using this voucher will I get E+ seating?
It says not upgradeable BUT is that true or are there ways to upgrade like mileage, check in kiosks?
Thanks
Mar 13, 2009, 12:39 am
#84
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Boulder, CO
Programs: UA, AA, WN; HH, MR, IHG
Posts: 7,054
"Must ticket" means "must ticket," not "must travel." You need only to book your travel by May 1; your travel can be booked to the end of schedule as of date of booking.
You are eligibible for E+, just like on any other flight.
The ticket isn't upgradeable but there's a slim chance you could be offered an upgrade-for-cash, depending on the flight. Of course, whether you think the UFC price is worth it is a different story. You can't upgrade with miles or other upgrade instruments.
You are eligibible for E+, just like on any other flight.
The ticket isn't upgradeable but there's a slim chance you could be offered an upgrade-for-cash, depending on the flight. Of course, whether you think the UFC price is worth it is a different story. You can't upgrade with miles or other upgrade instruments.
Mar 13, 2009, 12:40 am
#85
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: What I write is my opinion alone..don't read into it anything not written.
Posts: 9,686
Ticket by then, travel up to the booking window away from date you ticket. If 2P # is in on reservation, you may select e+
As for UG, I believe UFC is available on just about any fare.
As for UG, I believe UFC is available on just about any fare.
Mar 13, 2009, 8:30 am
#86
Join Date: Aug 2006
Programs: lowly 1P
Posts: 133
I just ticketed a DBCFREE on the last possible ticketing date for a trip three months in the future. The agent behind the counter got a good laugh out of fact I waited until the 11th hour.
Mar 13, 2009, 8:45 am
#87
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Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: BUR/LAX
Programs: UA 1K, RCC; AA EXP; HH Diamond; CC Gold
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Another DBC FREE question
Will RCC agents ticket these, or do I need to do this out front at ticketing?
Apr 14, 2009, 4:00 pm
#88
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA
Programs: UAL IK;Marriott Plat Elite;Hyatt Diamond;Hilton Gold;Hertz Presidents Circle
Posts: 1,567
I used a DBC Free Cert to purchase a ticket for me. Plans have changed and I no longer need to fly that. Can I change the name on that unused ticket?
Apr 14, 2009, 5:02 pm
#89
Used to be 'g_leyser'
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Brandon Johnson International Airport (expect delays)
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Apr 15, 2009, 4:26 pm
#90
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I just mailed in my voucher for a ticket less than two weeks away rather than going to the airport. They didnt charge me any taxes...is that standard? I thought even for free tickets you have to pay a booking fee and taxes?
Also, can you standby for a later flight on the day of travel (only able to get the 6am flight) or can you switch flight times (not connection city or routing) if inventory opens up before date of travel free of charge?
Also, can you standby for a later flight on the day of travel (only able to get the 6am flight) or can you switch flight times (not connection city or routing) if inventory opens up before date of travel free of charge?