I currently have E+ booked on a flight, that I am considering cancelling and re-booking the same flights into first. Would I get refunded the E+ cost if I did so? The FAQ in the E+ refund thread says yes, but my reading of the United website says I'll only get a refund if I bought a refundable fare, which I did not. Can anyone confirm?
I ran the math and the price difference between the economy ticket, plus the E+ cost, is only about $100 less per person than flying first the whole trip, so I'd like to cancel and re-book, however, if I won't get an E+ refund, it wouldn't be worth it.
My plan is cancel, get future flight credit, apply to first class booking, and then expect a refund to my credit card for the E+ cost. Is that accurate?
I guess I could call in to upgrade the existing flights as well, but I would prefer to do it myself online.