Originally Posted by
pinworm
Push for a partial refund on the downgrade if you paid F to start with. That is, if your F booking was "paid F" or miles rather than an op upgrade.
Yes. it was paid F. Only flying a couple times a year, I am not going to be getting any upgrades.
Originally Posted by
pinworm
As to the rest, it happens and you did book two itineraries on different carriers, meaning your first and second flights were unrelated and you would not be accomodated all the way through. Stick with one carrier.
I did not book 2 itineraries. Maybe my wording was confusing. This was an all Delta deal.
Originally Posted by
pinworm
Generally, the airline is only responsible to get you to the flight destination airport. If they can get you there that same day, no compensation is due (it's in the contract of carriage that came with your ticket). Meal vouchers/hotel vouchers etc are typically only handed out if the delay will not be resolved until the following day.
Good to know. Thank you.
Originally Posted by
pinworm
The airline is not responsible for the personal plans of passengers, be they lesiure or business. They are responsible for upholding their end of the ticket contract. That means they are not responsible for people missing work, meetings, funerals, parties etc.
Yea I know. But anything would have been nice. Just as a cheap token. Like I said, if I had booked coach, it would have been one thing, but on a full price F ticket, I would have expected a bit more.