Originally Posted by
FLLDL
Buy a fully refundable ticket for a flight leaving a little bit after hers. Make sure it is FULLY REFUNDABLE, I can't stress that enough.
After she leaves, either call the airline or go to a ticket agent and they will refund it. People do this every day for various reasons and the agent will know what you're talking about.
good luck
Since the OP is referring to a flight tonite, than a refundable ticket isn't required as long as
1. Buys the ticket directly from DL
2. requests a refund before mid-night (Delta's risk-free cancelation policy)