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Old Apr 10, 2019 | 9:29 pm
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Originally Posted by krakendown
Where do you see the upgrade with points option? on the app/website? I never see it for my flights. JFK/SEA.
In general, if you get a "upgrade for only $xxx offer" there is usually a toggle to switch from $ to SM. This can (eg) be at the checkout page (website), or viewing your itinerary after purchase.

Originally Posted by kop84
With new redemption options it's far more tempting to use some miles to upgrade their trip when they already have a flight
While some here are waiting for the return of 80k J redemption to Asia, I've switched to exactly what you describe. 2500 miles to guest someone into the SkyClub? Sure, why not? 20k to upgrade a work trip booked in Y? Absolutely, especially since you don't have to play games with upgrade inventory. Perhaps one day Gogo passes will be available for purchase with SM.

Sure there are occasional better redemption values out there, but I have a ton of SM, value them at $0.00, and these marginal redemptions dramatically improve my travel experience in many cases.
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