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Old Dec 8, 2019, 9:54 am
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Originally Posted by RobH
Will buying tickets from these alternate sources have any negative impact on ticket charges, IRROPS, or anything else? I’m thinking my 1K benefits offer sufficient benefits in these situations.
When I book through a 3rd party website, say American Express Rewards, one negative is I have to do same day changes by calling United.

The app/website says something along the lines of "You booked via 3rd party. Please contact them to change your ticket." Calling United usually solves the problem. Not a big issue, just annoying.
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