How do I avoid being upgraded?
Apr 24, 2026 | 1:53 am
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 846
How do I avoid being upgraded?
I have a dumb newbie question for all of you:
I'm a new Silver elite. I strongly prefer window seats.
On my first trip after getting status, DL automatically upgraded me from window seats in the regular cabin to middle seats in Economy Comfort.
To me, a middle seat in Economy Comfort is less appealing than a window seat in the main cabin.
I had not requested an upgrade in the app.
Is there any way, in addition to not requesting an upgrade in the app, that I can ensure I don't get auto upgraded?
I'm a new Silver elite. I strongly prefer window seats.
On my first trip after getting status, DL automatically upgraded me from window seats in the regular cabin to middle seats in Economy Comfort.
To me, a middle seat in Economy Comfort is less appealing than a window seat in the main cabin.
I had not requested an upgrade in the app.
Is there any way, in addition to not requesting an upgrade in the app, that I can ensure I don't get auto upgraded?
Apr 24, 2026 | 2:16 am
#3
Join Date: Jan 2022
Programs: DL, UA, AA
Posts: 2,066
I have a dumb newbie question for all of you:
I'm a new Silver elite. I strongly prefer window seats.
On my first trip after getting status, DL automatically upgraded me from window seats in the regular cabin to middle seats in Economy Comfort.
To me, a middle seat in Economy Comfort is less appealing than a window seat in the main cabin.
I had not requested an upgrade in the app.
Is there any way, in addition to not requesting an upgrade in the app, that I can ensure I don't get auto upgraded?
I'm a new Silver elite. I strongly prefer window seats.
On my first trip after getting status, DL automatically upgraded me from window seats in the regular cabin to middle seats in Economy Comfort.
To me, a middle seat in Economy Comfort is less appealing than a window seat in the main cabin.
I had not requested an upgrade in the app.
Is there any way, in addition to not requesting an upgrade in the app, that I can ensure I don't get auto upgraded?
You can select a preference for window and aisle.
I wish there were also a selection for "don't upgrade me and a companion in comfort+ unless it's a configuration like I already have (two seats on the side)", as I'd rather be in MAIN unless we get that specific configuration.
Apr 24, 2026 | 5:02 am
#4
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Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: KARB
Programs: DL 2MM
Posts: 26,977
I believe there's a place for that specific flight, and also a place in your account that you can set in general.
You can select a preference for window and aisle.
I wish there were also a selection for "don't upgrade me and a companion in comfort+ unless it's a configuration like I already have (two seats on the side)", as I'd rather be in MAIN unless we get that specific configuration.
You can select a preference for window and aisle.
I wish there were also a selection for "don't upgrade me and a companion in comfort+ unless it's a configuration like I already have (two seats on the side)", as I'd rather be in MAIN unless we get that specific configuration.
The link for itins is shown below. I've noticed sometimes the upgrade to First request can get de-selected on individual itins. Not sure what causes this, but I just noticed mine were de-selected below and I had to re-request them. If you've ever checked-in and found that you are not on the FC upgrade list, this is probably what happened. It can also cause you to get passed over for window upgrades.
Apr 24, 2026 | 6:47 am
#5
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Pensacola, FL (PNS)
Programs: Delta 1.99M, Hyatt Globalist, IHG Diamond, Marriott Gold, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 2,727
setting global preferences does not work/stick.
I have aisle/window in above, but I've been upgraded to a middle seat as well.
I have aisle/window in above, but I've been upgraded to a middle seat as well.
Apr 24, 2026 | 7:26 am
#7
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: Dayton, OH/CVG
Programs: DA Diamond(2 MM), Marriott Bonvoy Ambassador/Charter Ambassador, Hertz Presidents Circle
Posts: 964
mine works perfectly. I am set to only upgrade to comfort plus IF its an aisle or window. When there is only a comfort center open, the GA always pages me and confirms i don't want it which i appreciate. The only time i pull myself off the list at the gate is if all that is open in first is row 1. I hate bulkheads(want to stretch a little and have my backpack available under the seat) so if I have a good comfort seat I will tell the agent not to upgrade me to row 1. They usually chuckle and then say " i get it". yes I am weird.
Apr 27, 2026 | 9:39 am
#10
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: TOA
Programs: HH LTDiamond, Marriott LTPP/Platinum Premier, Hyatt Lame-ist, UA MM LT1P
Posts: 21,195
You're clearly lucky. Not sure what's going with the app not using my set defaults specifically.
David
Apr 27, 2026 | 1:01 pm
#11
Join Date: Feb 2019
Programs: Kroger Plus, Starbucks Green Card, My Walgreens
Posts: 5,548
Apr 28, 2026 | 8:34 am
#14
Join Date: Jan 2026
Posts: 30
I believe there's a place for that specific flight, and also a place in your account that you can set in general.
You can select a preference for window and aisle.
I wish there were also a selection for "don't upgrade me and a companion in comfort+ unless it's a configuration like I already have (two seats on the side)", as I'd rather be in MAIN unless we get that specific configuration.
You can select a preference for window and aisle.
I wish there were also a selection for "don't upgrade me and a companion in comfort+ unless it's a configuration like I already have (two seats on the side)", as I'd rather be in MAIN unless we get that specific configuration.
May 1, 2026 | 8:22 am
#15
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 846
My user name should be an indication that most of my flights are to or from a DL hub.
One good thing about being DTW based is that the staff at the DTW Sky Club has been wonderful in helping me sort out seating problems. Although the main DTW lounge (near security) desperately needs a refresh + expansion, the staff there is amazing.
One good thing about being DTW based is that the staff at the DTW Sky Club has been wonderful in helping me sort out seating problems. Although the main DTW lounge (near security) desperately needs a refresh + expansion, the staff there is amazing.