Same Day Confirmed Change (SDC)
#226
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: LAX
Programs: AS MVPG, IHG Diamond Elite
Posts: 1,445
It should be waived when using your miles, although she may need to call in.
https://www.alaskaair.com/content/mi...ons/faq-status
Additionally, on Shuttle routes, she can do a free standby, which may be useful if the change can't be confirmed.
And, if you haven't used your election for someone else, you can gift MVP status as part of your Gold 75K benefits.
https://www.alaskaair.com/content/mi...ons/faq-status
Additionally, on Shuttle routes, she can do a free standby, which may be useful if the change can't be confirmed.
And, if you haven't used your election for someone else, you can gift MVP status as part of your Gold 75K benefits.
Last edited by be_rettSEA; Oct 21, 2019 at 11:51 am Reason: SDC fees waived when traveling on same res
#229
#231
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#232
Join Date: Jul 2019
Location: FAI/ANC
Programs: AS MVPG (R.I.P 75K), DL, HH Gold
Posts: 187
I understand that a SDC must depart on the same calendar day as the original flight, but what if the PNR includes an overnight stopover between segments? Could I SDC to flights that both depart on day one, or would I be stuck with that day two connection?
#233
Ambassador: Alaska Airlines
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: ANC, SAP
Programs: AS MVP Gold, Priority Pass
Posts: 1,860
YMMV. I have had this situation worth both ways. I *think* it ultimately either depends on whether there is a break in fare at the connecting city, and/or how long the overnight stop is. In one case, I had the system spit out itineraries that got me to my final destination a full 24 hours before my confirmed reservation and definitely on the previous calendar day. What I have gathered is that it is the scheduled day of departure that is the most important thing. This becomes *very* confusing for those of us departing form ANC where a 12:30 a.m. flight *cannot* be SDC'd to an 11:40 p.m. flight that is less than 1 hour earlier... But an 11:40 p.m. flight *can* be SDC'd to a 12:30 a.m. flight a full 23 hours and 10 minutes earlier...
#234
Join Date: Jul 2019
Location: FAI/ANC
Programs: AS MVPG (R.I.P 75K), DL, HH Gold
Posts: 187
YMMV. I have had this situation worth both ways. I *think* it ultimately either depends on whether there is a break in fare at the connecting city, and/or how long the overnight stop is. In one case, I had the system spit out itineraries that got me to my final destination a full 24 hours before my confirmed reservation and definitely on the previous calendar day. What I have gathered is that it is the scheduled day of departure that is the most important thing. This becomes *very* confusing for those of us departing form ANC where a 12:30 a.m. flight *cannot* be SDC'd to an 11:40 p.m. flight that is less than 1 hour earlier... But an 11:40 p.m. flight *can* be SDC'd to a 12:30 a.m. flight a full 23 hours and 10 minutes earlier...
I have an upcoming SFO-ANC with an overnight at SEA that was too good of a price to pass up. Im prepared to spend the evening at the Cathay lounge and then crash for a few hours at SEA (on my beloved Big Agnes) if I have to, but Id prefer to head home as soon as my conference is over. And yes, it's beyond irritating to not be able to SDC most post-midnight flights
#235
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: LAX
Programs: AS MVPG, IHG Diamond Elite
Posts: 1,445
Appreciate your help,
I have an upcoming SFO-ANC with an overnight at SEA that was too good of a price to pass up. Im prepared to spend the evening at the Cathay lounge and then crash for a few hours at SEA (on my beloved Big Agnes) if I have to, but Id prefer to head home as soon as my conference is over. And yes, it's beyond irritating to not be able to SDC most post-midnight flights
I have an upcoming SFO-ANC with an overnight at SEA that was too good of a price to pass up. Im prepared to spend the evening at the Cathay lounge and then crash for a few hours at SEA (on my beloved Big Agnes) if I have to, but Id prefer to head home as soon as my conference is over. And yes, it's beyond irritating to not be able to SDC most post-midnight flights
#237
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: LAX
Programs: AS MVPG, IHG Diamond Elite
Posts: 1,445
Yes - you should be eligible for SDC regardless of your status when it was booked. Five days should be enough time for your miles to post and your status to update, but call AS if it's not happened yet and ask for them to waive the fee.
#238
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: Up In The Cloud
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Posts: 682
I tried to SDC on 11/2 (Saturday) for a flight 11/3 (Sunday) originally scheduled at 8:20am.
I cannot checkin at 8:20am on 11/2, so I waited and waited and waited... for 10 minutes to no vail, and then suddenly realized the clock would change on 11/3 and thus I had to wait until 9:20am on 11/2 to checkin.
I cannot checkin at 8:20am on 11/2, so I waited and waited and waited... for 10 minutes to no vail, and then suddenly realized the clock would change on 11/3 and thus I had to wait until 9:20am on 11/2 to checkin.
#239
Join Date: Jul 2018
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I have not done many Same Day Changes. However, when I do, I am frustrated regarding waitlists and seat selections.
Example:
a. On the app at check in, I SDC to an earlier flight. Hours later, I am not showing on the first class waitlist.
b. I call and was told that I am indeed on the list.
c. Hours later and after refreshing the app, I still don't show on the app waitlist.
d. I can't select another main cabin seat that opened up.
In my infrequent previous experience, when I didn't show up on the upgrade list, I would call and after the call I could then see myself on the list.
1. Am I really on the upgrade list if I don't show on it?
2. Should I do anything at this point either to get the other seat or about the waitlist. Call again?
Example:
a. On the app at check in, I SDC to an earlier flight. Hours later, I am not showing on the first class waitlist.
b. I call and was told that I am indeed on the list.
c. Hours later and after refreshing the app, I still don't show on the app waitlist.
d. I can't select another main cabin seat that opened up.
In my infrequent previous experience, when I didn't show up on the upgrade list, I would call and after the call I could then see myself on the list.
1. Am I really on the upgrade list if I don't show on it?
2. Should I do anything at this point either to get the other seat or about the waitlist. Call again?
Last edited by PaperGlider; Nov 6, 2019 at 8:57 pm Reason: clarity
#240
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: LAX
Programs: AS MVPG, IHG Diamond Elite
Posts: 1,445
I have not done many Same Day Changes. However, when I do, I am frustrated regarding waitlists and seat selections.
Example:
a. On the app at check in, I SDC to an earlier flight. Hours later, I am not showing on the first class waitlist.
b. I call and was told that I am indeed on the list.
c. Hours later and after refreshing the app, I still don't show on the app waitlist.
d. I can't select another main cabin seat that opened up.
In my infrequent previous experience, when I didn't show up on the upgrade list, I would call and after the call I could then see myself on the list.
1. Am I really on the upgrade list if I don't show on it?
2. Should I do anything at this point either to get the other seat or about the waitlist. Call again?
Example:
a. On the app at check in, I SDC to an earlier flight. Hours later, I am not showing on the first class waitlist.
b. I call and was told that I am indeed on the list.
c. Hours later and after refreshing the app, I still don't show on the app waitlist.
d. I can't select another main cabin seat that opened up.
In my infrequent previous experience, when I didn't show up on the upgrade list, I would call and after the call I could then see myself on the list.
1. Am I really on the upgrade list if I don't show on it?
2. Should I do anything at this point either to get the other seat or about the waitlist. Call again?