Just curious... are those of you who are bidding possibly aware of Alaska's frequent flyer program? If you fly at least 4 yearly round trips between Alaska's mainland cities and any of their Hawaii destinations, then Alaska will upgrade you into first class free of charge. The upgrade is painless and happens automatically when the departure date gets close (you are notified by email) and works only if they have availability in First on a given flight, of course, so book flights accordingly. It gets even better. If you fly 8 yearly round trips (MVP Gold), then even ticket change fees will be waved (but not fare difference) and the likelihood you will be upgraded to First for free is quite high (has been 80% for me in biweekly flights between HNL/OGG/KOA and SJC/OAK/SEA/SMF). Why bother bidding hundreds of dollars if the competition gives First away as a frequent flyer benefit? (Disclosure: I am not associated with Alaska, just a happy customer.)
Last edited by Alex909; Jun 29, 2016 at 1:57 am