Originally Posted by
jagmeets
Had booked our rtw at the pre-hike exJP fares, with CTS-HKG, the first sector in coach because D hadn’t been available then. It is now available.
Am I correct in guessing that unless willing to pay the new fare, we’ll have to live with that segment in coach because reissuing would increase to the higher fare level?
It would appear so. The relevant rule states:
16. VOLUNTARY CHANGES / REROUTING / PENALTIES
Fees as described below may be waived in case of certified death/illness of the passenger or passenger’s immediate family member or accompanying passenger. Local service fees may apply on rebooking, rerouting, reissue or refund.
(a) Rebooking / Rerouting
1. Prior to departure:
a. Changes are permitted provided ticketed points remain the same. If the first flight coupon is being changed, and the fare level has increased since ticket issuance, the difference between the old and new fare will be charged. If the fare level has decreased since ticket issuance, no refund will apply
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