Originally Posted by
David7
I find it a bit strange that AF/KL would rather pay for meals, taxis and hotel expenses for an overnight stay (+ potentially EC261 compensation) instead of offering a Business Class seat on the next flight. Is this always standard operating procedure, regardless of FB Platinum / other Skyteam status?
I'm not aware of ANY airline that will upgrade you for free under those circumstances as the standard response; an upgrade would always be available against the fare difference.