Still possible to change FF programme after check-in?
Feb 18, 2016, 3:15 am
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Still possible to change FF programme after check-in?
Now with delta basing mileage earnings on the ticket price, I was wondering, if it is still possible to change the frequent flyer account after check in - before boarding? I would like to earn some KL and DL segments (all KL flight numbers) to my delta skymiles account, but still prefer to use some benefits of my old expiring skyteam programme (lounge, preffered seating).
Feb 18, 2016, 5:51 am
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Several years ago there was a way to book travel on pre-merger NW, obtain an upgrade and then change the frequent flyer number to Delta just before boarding. Took them about three months to kill that off.
But you mention lounge access and preferred seating. I would think that lounge access could be had by having the membership card or giving the attendant your number in the other program; some programs, like Delta's, allow access on other airlines' tickets. As to preferred seating (not an upgrade), try talking to the gate agent (or maybe at the lounge). Usually there is some discretion in giving these out.
But you mention lounge access and preferred seating. I would think that lounge access could be had by having the membership card or giving the attendant your number in the other program; some programs, like Delta's, allow access on other airlines' tickets. As to preferred seating (not an upgrade), try talking to the gate agent (or maybe at the lounge). Usually there is some discretion in giving these out.
Feb 18, 2016, 11:03 am
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Expiring DL status? I suspect you mean expired in that the new program year started on February 1st this year.
Feb 19, 2016, 2:19 am
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