Companion Certificate: Can't use??
Apr 29, 2024, 6:40 pm
#16
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Flyover country
Programs: DL DM
Posts: 72
I’ve had both DL PLAT and DL RESERVE certificates and perhaps counter-intuitively, it’s sometimes been easier to find I/Z fares than main cabin, sometimes even a few weeks out.
I’ve found it relatively easy to search what I want by scanning listed fares before entering the certificate link from Skymiles tab
I’ve found it relatively easy to search what I want by scanning listed fares before entering the certificate link from Skymiles tab
Apr 29, 2024, 6:47 pm
#17
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Washington, DC
Programs: DL PM; IHG DIaAmb; Hilton Dia; Marriott Plat/LT Gold
Posts: 7,447
There may be new seats added to those classes, but there may not be. Vegas has conventions and concerts year round, and has become a less seasonal destination.
I'm a little confused as to the stuff you're saying about vacation destinations. People tend to book vacation flights *farther* in advance then business travel
Apr 30, 2024, 6:24 am
#19
Join Date: Aug 2022
Location: IND
Programs: Delta SkyMiles (DM), Marriott Bonvoy (Titanium, LTP)
Posts: 598
It doesn't expire until November. It looks like "availability" is not there.
Which I find incredibly unlikely given we're 3 months away. I feel like I've been duped with this. Yet another companion cert I won't be able to use.
Not going to renew Reserve and may actually switch airlines since my rollover is going away.
Which I find incredibly unlikely given we're 3 months away. I feel like I've been duped with this. Yet another companion cert I won't be able to use.
Not going to renew Reserve and may actually switch airlines since my rollover is going away.
Apr 30, 2024, 9:10 am
#20
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: NYC
Programs: Delta DM, 2MM
Posts: 1,256
I have redeemed over 100+ certificates in the last decade. August is peak travel season and if you're looking for a Thursday/Sunday travel, DL is probably not booking below L to maximize revenue.
What is your routing and desired dates of travel? When the specific flights I want aren't available, I've had to adjust for routings and just kept an eye on it to see if any availability changed.
What is your routing and desired dates of travel? When the specific flights I want aren't available, I've had to adjust for routings and just kept an eye on it to see if any availability changed.
Apr 30, 2024, 9:33 am
#21
Join Date: Jul 2021
Location: LAS
Programs: Hilton, Delta, Hyatt, MGM
Posts: 226
If you have ExpertFlyer, you should be able to set alerts on your desired flights for L2, X2, T2, U2, and V2. I don't think it will account for married segment availability (which is important to take into account if you are connecting).
Apr 30, 2024, 7:17 pm
#22
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: VPS
Programs: IHG Diamond, Delta PM, Hilton Gold, Accor Gold, Marriott Silver
Posts: 7,342
Perhaps they are marketed as ALL POWERFUL, but in reality the cert is an ok benefit (however with flexibility, some destinations do become available. I use mine almost every year for Key West. YMMV.
(I have the Platinum card,, so economy cabin,, but paid upgrades also offered)
(I have the Platinum card,, so economy cabin,, but paid upgrades also offered)
May 6, 2024, 2:33 pm
#23
Join Date: Dec 2012
Programs: AA Plat Pro
Posts: 948
OP, Take a look today. I found wide open availability ORD-LAS for $360 - $414 econ many August dates. Same with DTW-LAS, same with ATL-LAS.
If you had provided origin, my results would be more relevant. But there is a TON of certificate inventory from DL Hubs to LAS during the month of August.
(Edit: Maybe this inventory is limited to DL Plat holders as a perk, since we got shafted from accessing SkyClubs)
If you had provided origin, my results would be more relevant. But there is a TON of certificate inventory from DL Hubs to LAS during the month of August.
(Edit: Maybe this inventory is limited to DL Plat holders as a perk, since we got shafted from accessing SkyClubs)
Last edited by Bradhattan; May 6, 2024 at 2:40 pm
May 6, 2024, 3:05 pm
#24
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Minneapolis
Programs: DL DM
Posts: 2,258
OP, Take a look today. I found wide open availability ORD-LAS for $360 - $414 econ many August dates. Same with DTW-LAS, same with ATL-LAS.
If you had provided origin, my results would be more relevant. But there is a TON of certificate inventory from DL Hubs to LAS during the month of August.
(Edit: Maybe this inventory is limited to DL Plat holders as a perk, since we got shafted from accessing SkyClubs)
If you had provided origin, my results would be more relevant. But there is a TON of certificate inventory from DL Hubs to LAS during the month of August.
(Edit: Maybe this inventory is limited to DL Plat holders as a perk, since we got shafted from accessing SkyClubs)
May 6, 2024, 6:40 pm
#26
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Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: MSP
Programs: DL PM, UA Gold, WN, Global Entry; +others wherever miles/points are found
Posts: 14,617
Where Delta does restrict inventory is based on routing. Search spoke-ATL-LAS and you will find substantially tighter inventory and higher prices.
May 7, 2024, 3:42 pm
#27
Join Date: Dec 2012
Programs: AA Plat Pro
Posts: 948
I was joking about a "gift" only for DL Amex Plat holders! I was being snarky about losing access to Skyclub from holding that card.
May 7, 2024, 9:24 pm
#28
Join Date: Sep 2012
Programs: DL DM
Posts: 796
I have redeemed over 100+ certificates in the last decade. August is peak travel season and if you're looking for a Thursday/Sunday travel, DL is probably not booking below L to maximize revenue.
What is your routing and desired dates of travel? When the specific flights I want aren't available, I've had to adjust for routings and just kept an eye on it to see if any availability changed.
What is your routing and desired dates of travel? When the specific flights I want aren't available, I've had to adjust for routings and just kept an eye on it to see if any availability changed.
Now Im curious. 10+ companion certs in a yearwhat position are you in that you are the SkyMiles member listed on that many cards!?