Originally Posted by
mjbulzomi
That is why I prefer not booking X fares unless absolutely necessary. I would rather spend a bit more to have the flexibility to cancel in the future since I will use the credit later.
The problem is sometimes the fares are not just a little bit more, but like 60% more ($49 versus $79) for example. It almost would make sense to buy 2 saver fares, because when you want to change the $79 fare it might not be available for that price anymore. Unless you mean book 2 $79 fares.
It is all a gamble either way, if travel plans aren't firm.