U - fare code
Aug 6, 2013, 2:54 pm
#1
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Location: YYZ
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U - fare code
Looking to travel YYZ-CEB on CX business class. Found what appears to be a reputable travel agent that has a very cheap U-fare code. Was informed that Asia Miles will not be awarded which is not a concern to me.
As I have never heard of a U-fare code are there any issues with buying a U-fare code ticket. How are missed connections/ involuntary re-bookings handled.
I just don't want to be on my own if something goes wrong.
As I have never heard of a U-fare code are there any issues with buying a U-fare code ticket. How are missed connections/ involuntary re-bookings handled.
I just don't want to be on my own if something goes wrong.
Aug 6, 2013, 3:55 pm
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Aug 6, 2013, 4:02 pm
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Its a redemption booking - the agent is selling the miles which is kind of violation of the AM rule but CX is not strictly enforcing it.
There will be no problem for missed connection.
Downside of getting U class is that you will be subject to redemption availability when you try to rebook it and you cannot change a transit to stopover or vice versa.
There will be no problem for missed connection.
Downside of getting U class is that you will be subject to redemption availability when you try to rebook it and you cannot change a transit to stopover or vice versa.
Aug 6, 2013, 5:43 pm
#6
Join Date: May 2009
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I am still asking CX to give me Y miles from a FULL-FARE Y ticket upgraded to J using miles. After the mileage upgrade the code is U, and apparently the new system doesn't give miles with U-code, although in my case it's not a redemption booking but upgrade (I paid full fare, not even discount fare), another CX systemic problem.
Aug 6, 2013, 6:24 pm
#7
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I am still asking CX to give me Y miles from a FULL-FARE Y ticket upgraded to J using miles. After the mileage upgrade the code is U, and apparently the new system doesn't give miles with U-code, although in my case it's not a redemption booking but upgrade (I paid full fare, not even discount fare), another CX systemic problem.
Aug 6, 2013, 7:46 pm
#8
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Are you a close customer with them?
Or will they offer this to any customer off the street?
Aug 7, 2013, 12:03 am
#10
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They could be using AAdvantage or even BA Executive Club miles.
Either way, the OP needs to be careful not to brag about getting such a good deal while at the airport otherwise he could be denied boarding.
Aug 7, 2013, 4:41 pm
#11
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To answer most of the questions from above:
The cost of the business class from YYZ-CEB (return) is under $3,400USD all in.
They did mention that a change would cost $250 USD and that it is subject to price differences, which sounds like standard stuff to me.
I have no previous relationship with the Travel Agent
However, I am worried now that it appears the TA is selling a U-fare code award ticket.
The cost of the business class from YYZ-CEB (return) is under $3,400USD all in.
They did mention that a change would cost $250 USD and that it is subject to price differences, which sounds like standard stuff to me.
I have no previous relationship with the Travel Agent
However, I am worried now that it appears the TA is selling a U-fare code award ticket.
Aug 8, 2013, 3:11 am
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To answer most of the questions from above:
The cost of the business class from YYZ-CEB (return) is under $3,400USD all in.
They did mention that a change would cost $250 USD and that it is subject to price differences, which sounds like standard stuff to me.
I have no previous relationship with the Travel Agent
However, I am worried now that it appears the TA is selling a U-fare code award ticket.
The cost of the business class from YYZ-CEB (return) is under $3,400USD all in.
They did mention that a change would cost $250 USD and that it is subject to price differences, which sounds like standard stuff to me.
I have no previous relationship with the Travel Agent
However, I am worried now that it appears the TA is selling a U-fare code award ticket.
However for an award ticket, some first time flyers will gladly pay such a 'steal' for a business class ticket. But for the rest of us, we want our miles!
I wouldn't call US$3400 a 'steal' ... Be aware when buying such tickets !!