Is it okay to book a back-up one-way ticket?
Feb 27, 2019, 12:37 pm
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Is it okay to book a back-up one-way ticket?
I have a flight coming up to New York and my meeting departure has been extended, so I won't be able to get to the airport in time, and it's the last flight of the day. I can currently purchase a one-way return the next morning that is one-third the cost of changing my R/T ticket. So this would be my back-up, insurance policy. There's always a chance that the meeting ends early, and I can still get out in time, but just in case, the one-way fare the next day makes sense.
Are there any problems associated with doing this that I should be aware of?
Are there any problems associated with doing this that I should be aware of?
Feb 27, 2019, 12:45 pm
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I have a flight coming up to New York and my meeting departure has been extended, so I won't be able to get to the airport in time, and it's the last flight of the day. I can currently purchase a one-way return the next morning that is one-third the cost of changing my R/T ticket. So this would be my back-up, insurance policy. There's always a chance that the meeting ends early, and I can still get out in time, but just in case, the one-way fare the next day makes sense.
Are there any problems associated with doing this that I should be aware of?
Are there any problems associated with doing this that I should be aware of?
Feb 27, 2019, 1:11 pm
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I have a flight coming up to New York and my meeting departure has been extended, so I won't be able to get to the airport in time, and it's the last flight of the day. I can currently purchase a one-way return the next morning that is one-third the cost of changing my R/T ticket. So this would be my back-up, insurance policy. There's always a chance that the meeting ends early, and I can still get out in time, but just in case, the one-way fare the next day makes sense.
Are there any problems associated with doing this that I should be aware of?
Are there any problems associated with doing this that I should be aware of?
Feb 27, 2019, 1:36 pm
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Feb 27, 2019, 1:53 pm
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Feb 27, 2019, 2:03 pm
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Yes, please, define what you mean? This is what I meant by starting this thread. If there is some risk, what, exactly, is the risk and what exactly would trigger it?
Feb 27, 2019, 2:04 pm
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But as to your question, it’s answered in the AA Conditions of Carriage. Link. See below.
Feb 27, 2019, 2:06 pm
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impossible means that if you have JFK-LHR at 10PM and plan to take it and you also have jfk-lhr at 8 am next morning it will be impossible to take 8am flight
Feb 27, 2019, 2:40 pm
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From my travel agent:
We are unable to double book your return flight from New York. We comply with the TSA rules, and a double booking would put an alert on your travel. (You may have an issue with security at the airport) Also AA has an automated systems that searches records and if they see a dupe they cancel both reservations. If you wish to change your flight prior to departure the fee is $200.00, and if there is a fare difference. If you change after you fly, you may change your return 24 hours before traveling and pay $75.00. Please let us know what you would prefer. Thank you.
Feb 27, 2019, 2:47 pm
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Don't enter your AA frequent flyer #. After the fact, if you indeed use the ticket, then you can claim the miles on it, but for now, try not entering your FFN.
Feb 27, 2019, 3:24 pm
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Feb 27, 2019, 3:44 pm
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If there are other carriers serving the market, OP may simply book one of those. Not only can't AA detect it, but it is not even a violation of the COC.