NEWBIE LOUNGE 2022-2023: Ask AA newbie questions here - flame-free thread
Jan 27, 2023, 2:27 pm
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Jan 27, 2023, 2:42 pm
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It's the same as for a domestic mainline flight, 1st and 2nd checked bags are complimentary for... oneworld® Sapphire members.
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Jan 28, 2023, 5:41 pm
#2133
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Hi all -
My wife and I are planning a short hop from DCA to BOS (one way), and the specific flight we want is an A319 with 3 seats in each row/each side. We'd like to book 3 seats for the two of us, few questions:
1. can this be done online? If so, is there a specific name/format we should enter for the third 'passenger'...? Or do we need to call in to reservations?
2. What should we know in terms of checking in, showing a boarding pass, etc.?
3. If they change the flight/equipment and we end up on something with 2 seats would we be able/likely to get a refund or anything? We're planning to book in basic economy so I think I can guess that one...
4. Anything else to consider?
Thanks so much!
My wife and I are planning a short hop from DCA to BOS (one way), and the specific flight we want is an A319 with 3 seats in each row/each side. We'd like to book 3 seats for the two of us, few questions:
1. can this be done online? If so, is there a specific name/format we should enter for the third 'passenger'...? Or do we need to call in to reservations?
2. What should we know in terms of checking in, showing a boarding pass, etc.?
3. If they change the flight/equipment and we end up on something with 2 seats would we be able/likely to get a refund or anything? We're planning to book in basic economy so I think I can guess that one...
4. Anything else to consider?
Thanks so much!
Jan 28, 2023, 7:23 pm
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Hi all -
My wife and I are planning a short hop from DCA to BOS (one way), and the specific flight we want is an A319 with 3 seats in each row/each side. We'd like to book 3 seats for the two of us, few questions:
1. can this be done online? If so, is there a specific name/format we should enter for the third 'passenger'...? Or do we need to call in to reservations?
2. What should we know in terms of checking in, showing a boarding pass, etc.?
3. If they change the flight/equipment and we end up on something with 2 seats would we be able/likely to get a refund or anything? We're planning to book in basic economy so I think I can guess that one...
4. Anything else to consider?
Thanks so much!
My wife and I are planning a short hop from DCA to BOS (one way), and the specific flight we want is an A319 with 3 seats in each row/each side. We'd like to book 3 seats for the two of us, few questions:
1. can this be done online? If so, is there a specific name/format we should enter for the third 'passenger'...? Or do we need to call in to reservations?
2. What should we know in terms of checking in, showing a boarding pass, etc.?
3. If they change the flight/equipment and we end up on something with 2 seats would we be able/likely to get a refund or anything? We're planning to book in basic economy so I think I can guess that one...
4. Anything else to consider?
Thanks so much!
American Airlines
American Airlines permits customers to book a second seat for a musical instrument because they require -- or simply want -- the additional space.To book two seats, the customer must call reservations directly. According to an American Airlines spokesperson, the second seat must be purchased at the same fare and in the same fare class as the first seat. You can redeem AAdvantage miles for the second seat, but again, only if you redeem miles for both seats in the same fare class. Unfortunately, miles cannot be earned on the additional seat purchase even if you pay cash. Additionally, if you desire a second seat, it must be booked for the full itinerary -- not just one segment.
(https://thepointsguy.com/guide/buy-s...rican-airlines)
Jan 28, 2023, 9:02 pm
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from the TPG site:
To book two seats, the customer must call reservations directly. According to an American Airlines spokesperson, the second seat must be purchased at the same fare and in the same fare class as the first seat. You can redeem AAdvantage miles for the second seat, but again, only if you redeem miles for both seats in the same fare class. Unfortunately, miles cannot be earned on the additional seat purchase even if you pay cash. Additionally, if you desire a second seat, it must be booked for the full itinerary -- not just one segment.
(https://thepointsguy.com/guide/buy-s...rican-airlines)
American Airlines
American Airlines permits customers to book a second seat for a musical instrument because they require -- or simply want -- the additional space.To book two seats, the customer must call reservations directly. According to an American Airlines spokesperson, the second seat must be purchased at the same fare and in the same fare class as the first seat. You can redeem AAdvantage miles for the second seat, but again, only if you redeem miles for both seats in the same fare class. Unfortunately, miles cannot be earned on the additional seat purchase even if you pay cash. Additionally, if you desire a second seat, it must be booked for the full itinerary -- not just one segment.
(https://thepointsguy.com/guide/buy-s...rican-airlines)
Thanks again.
Jan 28, 2023, 10:23 pm
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Of course, if you prefer an aircraft with 2 x 2 seating, you could book JetBlue on this route.
Did you have any elite status with AAdvantage?
Last edited by guv1976; Jan 28, 2023 at 10:36 pm
Jan 29, 2023, 6:28 am
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Thanks! I wound up booking over the phone, appreciate the info. Don't suppose you have any thoughts/knowledge/links/guesses as to how the actual travel would go? I assume (?) I'd check all three seats in normally the night before, and expect to just present 2 passes to go through security, then show all three at the gate? Thoughts on what I could/would/should do in the event the equipment on my flight is changed to a 2-seater and we no longer 'need' the third seat? (again, noting we bought basic economy, so my guess is we eat it?)
Thanks again.
Thanks again.
Jan 29, 2023, 8:58 am
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If the aircraft were changed to one with 2 x 2 seating in Economy, that would likely be a regional jet, not operated by mainline AA, but by a subsidiary airline. A change in carrier of your flight should entitle you to a full refund.
Of course, if you prefer an aircraft with 2 x 2 seating, you could book JetBlue on this route.
Did you have any elite status with AAdvantage?
Of course, if you prefer an aircraft with 2 x 2 seating, you could book JetBlue on this route.
Did you have any elite status with AAdvantage?
Edit to add: Going in for a same day wedding, so trying to balance sleeping in as much as possible, arrival time, and preferred airport/equipment.Gold status for the next few months, curious if (but doubting whether) that would have done anything for me here.
Appreciate the assist, I'm sure/hoping it won't be an issue while traveling; will be "fun" to see if my third seat gets Pre-Check lol.
Thanks.
Last edited by JY1024; Jan 31, 2023 at 4:29 pm Reason: Merged consecutive posts
Jan 29, 2023, 10:12 am
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Just curious if anyone knows if you are One World Emerald seated in the middle "elite" section (not MCE) if you get free drinks? I've heard Alaska offers it in the equivalent situation so I was curious if AA does the same. Thanks!
Jan 29, 2023, 10:39 am
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Thanks! We actually prefer the A319 larger configuration over the regional option, but good thought to keep in mind re: the full refund Edit to add: Going in for a same day wedding, so trying to balance sleeping in as much as possible, arrival time, and preferred airport/equipment.
Gold status for the next few months, curious if (but doubting whether) that would have done anything for me here.
Edit to add: Going in for a same day wedding, so trying to balance sleeping in as much as possible, arrival time, and preferred airport/equipment.Gold status for the next few months, curious if (but doubting whether) that would have done anything for me here.
AAdvantage Gold on JetBlue would get you each a free checked bag at the airport. In addition, at T-24, you would get free "Even More Space" seats (if any were still available).
Jan 29, 2023, 12:37 pm
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when to book award travel to London
I have been saving for years and was planning a UK trip form the US. I originally wanted to go 2020/2021 but plans got delayed.
Now I am planning a trip this summer. Should I book immediately? I remember in the past if I cancelled an award flight I had to pay to get miles reinstated but now it seems different.
FYI I am shooting for Business on either AA or BA metal (I know BA has fuel surcharges, but it's less miles so I figure it's a wash).
Now I am planning a trip this summer. Should I book immediately? I remember in the past if I cancelled an award flight I had to pay to get miles reinstated but now it seems different.
FYI I am shooting for Business on either AA or BA metal (I know BA has fuel surcharges, but it's less miles so I figure it's a wash).
Jan 29, 2023, 1:24 pm
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I have been saving for years and was planning a UK trip form the US. I originally wanted to go 2020/2021 but plans got delayed.
Now I am planning a trip this summer. Should I book immediately? I remember in the past if I cancelled an award flight I had to pay to get miles reinstated but now it seems different.
FYI I am shooting for Business on either AA or BA metal (I know BA has fuel surcharges, but it's less miles so I figure it's a wash).
Now I am planning a trip this summer. Should I book immediately? I remember in the past if I cancelled an award flight I had to pay to get miles reinstated but now it seems different.
FYI I am shooting for Business on either AA or BA metal (I know BA has fuel surcharges, but it's less miles so I figure it's a wash).
If you're going to book an AAdvantage award for travel on BA, be sure to compare the surcharges on a roundtrip against those on two separately-booked one-ways. BA has been known to have higher surcharges on award travel originating in the U.S.
Jan 29, 2023, 4:14 pm
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Thank you, (FYI I notice flying to LON there is around $750 surcharge, but coming back from LON to LAX its less than $500, and know I know why)
I have one last question for the group.
I am traveling solo and the day I want to go from LAX to LON I can do
business nonstop
OR
First with 1 layover at JFK
OR
Orange County to LON
FIrst with 1 Layover in DFW
Anyone with experience on these routes. (I don't travel to much so any insight is welcomed)
I have one last question for the group.
I am traveling solo and the day I want to go from LAX to LON I can do
business nonstop
OR
First with 1 layover at JFK
OR
Orange County to LON
FIrst with 1 Layover in DFW
Anyone with experience on these routes. (I don't travel to much so any insight is welcomed)
Last edited by FOX85; Jan 29, 2023 at 4:48 pm
Jan 29, 2023, 8:13 pm
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Thank you, (FYI I notice flying to LON there is around $750 surcharge, but coming back from LON to LAX its less than $500, and know I know why)
I have one last question for the group.
I am traveling solo and the day I want to go from LAX to LON I can do
business nonstop
OR
First with 1 layover at JFK
OR
Orange County to LON
FIrst with 1 Layover in DFW
Anyone with experience on these routes. (I don't travel to much so any insight is welcomed)
I have one last question for the group.
I am traveling solo and the day I want to go from LAX to LON I can do
business nonstop
OR
First with 1 layover at JFK
OR
Orange County to LON
FIrst with 1 Layover in DFW
Anyone with experience on these routes. (I don't travel to much so any insight is welcomed)
Jan 29, 2023, 10:25 pm
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Question regarding reward flight on BA (booked through AA). Club world booking. I am Platinum pro but we had to split the reservation to have enough miles (she is Gold). The reservations are linked but her status is not allowing seat selection without a fee on BA. Has anyone had any luck getting seats selected using a linked reservation earlier than the 7 days prior to departure?