Aeromexico Upgrade thread
Feb 2, 2018, 9:47 pm
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Feb 2, 2018, 9:50 pm
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- 1/26 AM 737-700 DTW-MEX: Bid USD$200 on my reservation. Not accepted. Business Class was full when I checked at the gate at DTW. Ended up flying in AM+
- 1/28 AM 737-800 MEX-JFK: Bid USD$225 on my reservation. Not accepted. Asked at check in at MEX and was told it was available for MX2958 (~$160) which I gladly accepted.
- 1/28 AM 737-800 MEX-JFK: Bid USD$225 on my reservation. Not accepted. Asked at check in at MEX and was told it was available for MX2958 (~$160) which I gladly accepted.
Was the Business cabin full during the flight? I'm wondering how many Skyteam Elites buy the upgrades vs. waiting for a complimentary one.
Feb 5, 2018, 1:00 pm
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Business went out with a few empty seats actually which surprised me.
Feb 11, 2018, 10:38 am
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- 1/26 AM 737-700 DTW-MEX: Bid USD$200 on my reservation. Not accepted. Business Class was full when I checked at the gate at DTW. Ended up flying in AM+
- 1/28 AM 737-800 MEX-JFK: Bid USD$225 on my reservation. Not accepted. Asked at check in at MEX and was told it was available for MX2958 (~$160) which I gladly accepted.
- 1/28 AM 737-800 MEX-JFK: Bid USD$225 on my reservation. Not accepted. Asked at check in at MEX and was told it was available for MX2958 (~$160) which I gladly accepted.
In addition, last minute upgrade (free or paid) at airport may or may not get you business meals. FA may give you partial business meal, or economy class meal.
Last edited by Mama; Feb 11, 2018 at 11:52 pm
Feb 11, 2018, 10:45 am
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I have never heard the policy that Skyteam Elite (or even Elite plus) are entitled to free upgrades on Aeromexico. Delta elites often get upgrades on AM, but that's because there is a special arrangement between AM and DL, not for all Skyteam airlines.
Feb 11, 2018, 11:42 am
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Thanks for the info, just called delta to get the aeromexico PNR so I'll be able to bid. Luckily they'll do the call back as the recording said the wait is more than 2 hours!
Feb 11, 2018, 11:44 am
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Feb 12, 2018, 5:10 pm
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Not a written policy, but they are included in the list if they request during check-in. Same was DL also upgrading Skyteam Elites after all Medallions and SPG Plats.
Feb 15, 2018, 6:05 pm
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In my opinion, wether $160 upgrade is a good deal for a 4 hour flight really depends on what aircraft you are flying. I.e. 737 vs. 787 vs. 777.
In addition, last minute upgrade (free or paid) at airport may or may not get you business meals. FA may give you partial business meal, or economy class meal.
In addition, last minute upgrade (free or paid) at airport may or may not get you business meals. FA may give you partial business meal, or economy class meal.
None of my bids were accepted. I was told my bid wasn't taken but was able to buy the upgrade at MEX check in.
Feb 17, 2018, 9:51 am
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Do you know if this works for STE (FB Silver) on all AM routes, including Europe? The AM chat seems to suggest only STE+ are allowed to request it at the checkin, although DL Silver are allowed to request a complimentary upgrade I can see on the DL website. Not sure if the chat is up to date.
Feb 17, 2018, 11:13 pm
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Do you know if this works for STE (FB Silver) on all AM routes, including Europe? The AM chat seems to suggest only STE+ are allowed to request it at the checkin, although DL Silver are allowed to request a complimentary upgrade I can see on the DL website. Not sure if the chat is up to date.
May 5, 2018, 8:05 am
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How much?
Hello!
next week I’m flying AMS-MEX with aeromexico. My ticket price was 700 euros and now I received the invitation to bid for an upgrade. Their suggestion is also 700 euros per way, with low chances for that price according to their website. I would be open to go up to 2100 final price, but I was wondering if to triple the price of my ticket is a good idea.
next week I’m flying AMS-MEX with aeromexico. My ticket price was 700 euros and now I received the invitation to bid for an upgrade. Their suggestion is also 700 euros per way, with low chances for that price according to their website. I would be open to go up to 2100 final price, but I was wondering if to triple the price of my ticket is a good idea.
I don’t know if a lot of people would spend 700 euros extras per way. Should I offer less?
thanks for the advice
thanks for the advice
May 10, 2018, 11:32 am
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I just got a crazy good deal on MIA-MEX-GDL for a week in july. Just submitted an upgrade request bid for $160. Only for the MIA-MEX leg on the departure so far bc it departs MIA at 0130. Hopefully will get a comfy seat so I can sleep.
May 10, 2018, 12:02 pm
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On the other hand, $160 can get you a five star hotel room in MEX or GDL for a full night sleep plus a decent meal.
Last edited by Mama; May 11, 2018 at 1:41 am