Was I an idiot? (Canceling last segment of an itinerary and paying more with reprice)
Nov 6, 2022, 7:10 am
#31
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I’m sure their jobs would be easier if there was never a no-show. But the fact of the matter is lots of pax no-show (despite being checked in) for a variety of reasons, some beyond their control. So I doubt the gate agent really cares. Would AA like to re-sell that seat? Of course. Are they going to sell it in the, what, 20 minutes after OP cancels upon arriving at CLT but before the ticketing / check-in deadline? Very unlikely, so I agree there.
Nov 6, 2022, 10:47 am
#32
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Nov 6, 2022, 11:13 am
#33
Join Date: Feb 2000
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Personally I would have no showed.
This isn't some small mom and pop business that you're helping save a few bucks. It's a huge public company which would screw you over at any chance if the situation was reversed. Think about all the devaluations, etc.
Just my opinion, I'd look at my best interest first. But of course with something like no showing make sure you don't make a habit of it if you like your FF benefits.
This isn't some small mom and pop business that you're helping save a few bucks. It's a huge public company which would screw you over at any chance if the situation was reversed. Think about all the devaluations, etc.
Just my opinion, I'd look at my best interest first. But of course with something like no showing make sure you don't make a habit of it if you like your FF benefits.
Last edited by Colin; Nov 6, 2022 at 11:57 am
Nov 6, 2022, 11:31 am
#34
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A simple window that pops up saying mid-trip cancelations are subject to payment of the difference between the fare purchased and the fare corresponding to the itinerary flown. (Or if the result is a refund/credit, a corresponding message.) If AA.com can't calculate that on the spot with a link to "Pay Now to Cancel," then a message that says you must call to cancel with a warning that no-shows will be subject to the same conditions, etc.
Nov 6, 2022, 12:12 pm
#35
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A simple window that pops up saying mid-trip cancelations are subject to payment of the difference between the fare purchased and the fare corresponding to the itinerary flown. (Or if the result is a refund/credit, a corresponding message.) If AA.com can't calculate that on the spot with a link to "Pay Now to Cancel," then a message that says you must call to cancel with a warning that no-shows will be subject to the same conditions, etc.
Nov 7, 2022, 1:21 pm
#36
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One must claim his/her bags at first point of entry in the US, so this is a non-issue.
Nov 7, 2022, 1:30 pm
#37
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Nov 7, 2022, 9:31 pm
#38
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Check out NYC-<random places>. I checked LAX and Miami area airports. Nonstops were the cheapest or similar. There certainly does not seem to be any premium price for nonstops.
Nov 7, 2022, 9:54 pm
#39
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