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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 10:23 pm
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Originally Posted by gogomustangs
Just booked an award ticket from HKG to ORD. The date was not ideal. I am hoping to make changes if my ideal dates open up later. But in case no award opening before my departure date, can I make SDC? Some sources cited that SDC only applied to limited international originals. What kind of fare code or cabin needs to open for me to make SDC for an award ticket?
Like any other SDC, your booked fare class needs to be available.

Check flights now just before their departure to see if that commonly happens.
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