Originally Posted by RobOnLI
However, I don't think the phone agent can actually put you on standby. The only way the phone agent can change your flight is if you pay the $100 change fee and are confirmed on the earlier flight.
-RM
Correct, but remember it's not just the $100 fee, but
$100 plus any fare difference. If you purchased a discount fare making last minute changes to your flight can cost you a whole chunk of greenbacks.