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Dec 30, 2014, 10:26 pm

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Originally Posted by psuedoaccount

Hi guys -

I'm flying HNL-IAH and wondered if anyone knew the upgrade fee from coach to first? I have no status (new to UA) and it's a discount fare (V).

I think the upgrade fee IAH-HNL was $699, but that was on an international 777 that had both first with little cubicles and business with lay flat seats. Wasn't sure if it was a fixed fee, or varied based on the type of plane, how many seats were open, etc.

Also, when do they open up paid first class upgrades? Is it 24 hours before flight, the same time you can check in?

thanks in advance.

There is no fixed cash upgrade fee -- it can variety (based on likely demand & available space?). It is also not guaranteed to be available.

There can be offers at anytime -- check your online reservation. And it can be offered at CheckIn.

Last edited by WineCountryUA; Dec 30, 2014 at 10:32 pm Reason: typo