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Old Apr 16, 2017 | 11:30 pm
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Originally Posted by atonvio
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It doesn't make any mention that the upgrade would apply only to a portion of the trip. If I select RPU will that upgrade me for the whole trip or would it only bump my status for upgrade to houston? ...
The IAH-SCL segments can not be upgraded with a RPU. That requires miles or GPU.

Originally Posted by atonvio
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Additionally, I don't care if i'm upgraded to houston. Can i get a cheaper upgrade by only upgrading the international portion? If so, how?
The mileage requirement is the same for IAH-SCL or domestic airport-IAH-SCL.

However, even if the domestic segment clears, if the IAH-SCL does not clear, you will get a full refund (miles and copay) AND keep the domestic upgrade.
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