Upgrade with Miles (easier from PE? to merge)
Jun 30, 19, 9:39 am
#2
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: RDU <|> MMX
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SK EBS
Posts: 6,967
Originally Posted by wesport
Is it easier to upgrade from premium economy to business than economy to business? Both seem to be 25000 miles pp plus $350 fee.
Jul 1, 19, 1:52 am
#3
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Gatwick, UK
Programs: UA *G, AA EXP
Posts: 1,439
Originally Posted by JJeffrey
There is no difference. The upgrade price is the same as you mentioned, and the waitlist is sorted by status then rolling EQD. Buying premium economy does not provide any priority over regular economy.
Jul 1, 19, 4:24 am
#4
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Programs: AA EX PLAT
Posts: 57
Originally Posted by JJeffrey
There is no difference. The upgrade price is the same as you mentioned, and the waitlist is sorted by status then rolling EQD. Buying premium economy does not provide any priority over regular economy.
Jul 1, 19, 5:58 am
#5
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: RDU <|> MMX
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SK EBS
Posts: 6,967
Originally Posted by airmarc
So in theory, if you purchased PE, which is more likely expensive than economy, doesn't that count towards EQD at that time, and could possibly bump you higher on the waitlist priority? Or do they count the EQD only after you have flown that leg?
Jul 1, 19, 6:04 am
#6
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: RDU <|> MMX
Programs: AA EXP 2MM, SK EBS
Posts: 6,967
Originally Posted by SeattleDavid
The upgrade price is only the same if you are booked in PE in Fare P. If you are booked on Fare W then the upgrade is 15000 and no copay.
