Originally Posted by uclano1
I'm currently a UA Premier member, but thinking about switching to another airlines because UA doesn't offer complimentary upgrades unless you buy a full fare. I wanted to know what the best airline is to get complimentary upgrades, what level you have to be to get that, and if you are likely to get the upgrade based on a restricted, economy fare. What's the point of getting a complimentary upgrade if you're a "silver" member and never have a chance? BTW, I usually fly from IAD to Ohio or the West Coast. Thanks for your help!
I'm a lowly silver on NW usually flying from WAS to IAH through MEM or DTW on peak Friday after work / Monday morning times and I always get upgraded to first except for the leg out of DC on Friday afternoon/evening (LOTS of Plats on board). The other three legs of that RT I sit in the front of the bus. Not bad for a silver, imo, but I don't have experience as an elite on anything else besides Korean and they don't give you crap. Just a nice shiny elite card.
peace,
~Ben~