Originally Posted by
Rookie3
I did not think of the kiosk issue as I don't use those when moving up - I simply go to the first class line and ask to move up and try to move up to first class if possible (even if I am in coach on my original flight). Does the kiosk let you do that as well?
The kiosk only lets you do it if you did not do online check in. If you don't check in online and you arrive early it will give you the option to move up to an earlier flight.
In my one and only experience it even let me choose a F seat since one was available. I don't know how this would work if there are no Y seats available.
Generally, if I think I might move up I don't check in online. Yes, I know that I don't get put on the standby list but TBH I have never gotten a standby upgrade (although I have seen it happen).