Codeshares and radically different pricing
Nov 27, 2019, 8:26 am
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Codeshares and radically different pricing
Ever since I started flying Delta exclusively many many moons ago, I always managed to book my flights on codeshares through delta.com. However; I'm trying to book a last minute trip for CVG-MUC and DL.com is giving me $2888 while KLM.com is giving me $806 for the exact same flight.
So first off; WTH?
Secondly; if I book through KLM can I still get those precious MQM's.
Thirdly; even though I'd be on a KLM ticket on DL metal can I still get access to the lounge. I seem to remember from past experiences that I had to beg my way in.
So first off; WTH?
Secondly; if I book through KLM can I still get those precious MQM's.
Thirdly; even though I'd be on a KLM ticket on DL metal can I still get access to the lounge. I seem to remember from past experiences that I had to beg my way in.
Nov 27, 2019, 8:53 am
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Yes on MQMs just make sure the KLM fare class is on the Delta earning chart (available here: https://www.delta.com/us/en/skymiles...rline-partners). RDMs and MQDs will be awarded based on distance flown and the respective multiplier for each flight).
As a GM (SkyTeam Elite+) on an international itinerary you will receive lounge access along the way.
As a GM (SkyTeam Elite+) on an international itinerary you will receive lounge access along the way.
Nov 27, 2019, 9:06 am
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Oh, woops. I need to update all that. I'm just a general member now. I retired earlier in the year and am just now getting around to flying again. I'll be lucky to hit Silver after a few more trips to SEA/PDX next month.
Thanks for the info and that chart. I used to know this stuff like the back of my hand. LOL.
Thanks for the info and that chart. I used to know this stuff like the back of my hand. LOL.
Nov 27, 2019, 10:56 am
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Oh, woops. I need to update all that. I'm just a general member now. I retired earlier in the year and am just now getting around to flying again. I'll be lucky to hit Silver after a few more trips to SEA/PDX next month.
Thanks for the info and that chart. I used to know this stuff like the back of my hand. LOL.
Thanks for the info and that chart. I used to know this stuff like the back of my hand. LOL.
Different flight numbers have different inventories; but the KLM ticket or fare and you’ll be fine on all your original questions except lounge access
Nov 27, 2019, 11:17 am
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Rats. Oh well, no biggie. I guess this will make me get off my butt and head in to Paris during the long layover... That's probably a healthier option than drinking in the lounge all day. LOL.
Nov 27, 2019, 11:22 am
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If you're in business then it doesn't matter which carrier is marketing the flight. You'll get lounge access to both AF/KL and DL lounges.
Nov 27, 2019, 3:21 pm
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OW depending on day is possible. The OP made me wonder since OP doesn't have status and asked about lounge access if this is in J. Also wasnt sure if a 1 got dropped since difference between $2.8k and .8k is more than what is normal just because of marketing differences.
Nov 27, 2019, 9:55 pm
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