Hi all,

I've only recently started traveling frequently so please excuse me if this is basic. I couldn't find the answer with a search through this forum/Google/United's site.

I have a (personal, so low cost fare) trip coming up in ~10 days. I am booked in S on my departing leg. I now am trying to change to a different (6 hours later) flight. I can see via United's site that there are 3 seats in S left, but both the 'change flight' and new reservation systems only give me the option to change into V (which is an additional ~$400 plus change fee).

I know I can wait until 11pm that night and try to SDC for $75 (plus any difference) as I don't have status for the free change yet, but I'd prefer for my peace of mind to change now if possible. I am willing to pay the extra $125 for a full $200 change fee if I can change into S on the new flight.

So - is there any way for me to get into one of the remaining 3 seats in the S bucket on the new flight?

Thanks!