Originally Posted by
jackiedada
No they are totally independent of each other. TMs cannot be used for upgrades - they are only used for status qualification.
They might be - go to manage my booking and try upgrading your flights and see what the system throws up.
Thanks, tried and got the 'sorry, there are no reward seats available in the next higher class for the flights chosen. Please try again closer to the departure' message. Annoying when 12,000 miles are expiring at the end of the month. I'll keep trying an upgrade until the end of the month and if still not available will spend the 12,000 on the Emirates High Street.