Originally Posted by
jjgollum
I'm 1K and one of the stated benefits is that full fare economy tix (typiically enoted by Y and/or B) fares are entitled to complimentary upgrade, based upon availability.
For 1Ks, this clears 100 hours before the flight.
The question is whether this is for domestic only or also eligble for int'l itineraries.
Any one know the answer to this one?
Yes, domestic only, but 15K to upgrade each way is a GREAT deal.
Also, when you book a full fare economy electronic ticket (select Y or B fares*) for travel within the United States, Canada, Hawaii, Caribbean or Central America (Region 1), a request for an upgrade to the next class of service (Business or First) will automatically be placed in the member’s reservation. Upgrades are based on seat availability and may be confirmed up to 24 hours prior to departure. See the chart below. If traveling with a companion on the same reservation and itinerary, the companion will clear based on your status.
* Eligible Y or B fares include Fare Basis Codes: Y, YUAS, YUA, Y2, YZ9L3, YZ9LT3, YZ9L3S, BUAS, BA3, BA3S, BUA and B2. Excludes governmental/military and some other fares.
http://www.united.com/page/article/0,6722,1170,00.html