Listing of standby upgrades prices for THAI
Jun 10, 2009, 12:54 am
#106
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Jul 5, 2009, 5:30 pm
#107
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To upgrade from Z to F (Z fare purchased through LX; not sure what the equivalent TG fare basis is) on ZRH-BKK, I was quoted a price of USD $1,500. I declined.
Last edited by ylwae; Jul 5, 2009 at 5:35 pm Reason: clarified fare basis
Jul 5, 2009, 6:36 pm
#108
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Jul 8, 2009, 12:39 pm
#109
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Confirm TK's statement, this even include econ award seat, however, please be reminded that "new class" mileage will be credited only if the original class is eligible to earn miles.
Jul 8, 2009, 6:08 pm
#110
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The Cooling summer 2009 thai domestic specials, booked into N class specifically state upgrade not permitted in the fare rules. No upgrade into higher class etc. I have not tried an ODU for these fares but I presume you can't ODU domestic N class.
for nwebth01 fares
changes/cancellations
ticket is non-refundable. changes not permitted.
note -
name change not permitted.
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open ticket/open date are not allowed.
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change flight/date not allowed.
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ticket non refundable.
non reroutable. change to higher fare is not
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permitted.
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changes/cancellations
ticket is non-refundable. changes not permitted.
note -
name change not permitted.
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open ticket/open date are not allowed.
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change flight/date not allowed.
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ticket non refundable.
non reroutable. change to higher fare is not
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permitted.
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Jul 20, 2009, 7:53 am
#112
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Mile creditation for stand-by upgrade
Just to follow up on my experience (stand-by upgrade from C to F and not getting miles for F initially), I finally got it sorted with BD (Bmi diamond club) after a series of phone calls and e-mails. But it took them more than 2 months to sort this out.
If you are in a similar situation, then I would encourage you to be persistent with them. In my case, thanks to this creditation, the annual requirement for maintaining the Star Alliance Gold status has been fulfilled and therefore I can enjoy the benefit of SAG until March 2011!
If you are in a similar situation, then I would encourage you to be persistent with them. In my case, thanks to this creditation, the annual requirement for maintaining the Star Alliance Gold status has been fulfilled and therefore I can enjoy the benefit of SAG until March 2011!
Jul 20, 2009, 7:55 am
#113
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Is this right? I was booked on J with LX originally and did an upgrade from BKK to ZRH (the return was operated by TG), I paied TBH 26000 only (which is about 700 USD).
Jul 21, 2009, 9:09 am
#114
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I agreed with Obokata that ylwae should not have been quoted more than 750 USD for ZRH-BKK....unless there is a special rule about upgrading non-TG ticket as ylwae booked it through LX???
Is anyone aware about having to pay more (or double) when standby upgarding non-TG ticket on TG flight?
Is anyone aware about having to pay more (or double) when standby upgarding non-TG ticket on TG flight?
Jul 21, 2009, 2:59 pm
#115
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Where do I request these upgrades: airport ticket counter, check-in or gate? Also, do they generally represent good value? For example, return C class from BKK-HKG seems more competitive than economy with upgrades on same route. Thanks, SF.
Jul 21, 2009, 6:48 pm
#116
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I do suggest that a search on this topic - this will reveal answer to most of your queries. The matter of 'good value' is subjective.
Short answer is you can buy 'standby upgrades' at ticket counter, at checkin, at lounge, at the gate and (reportedly) on board.
Cheers TK
Short answer is you can buy 'standby upgrades' at ticket counter, at checkin, at lounge, at the gate and (reportedly) on board.
Cheers TK
Jul 21, 2009, 7:08 pm
#117
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Hi Scottieflyer. Stand by upgrades are very good value during normal times, these are not normal times, and there is no way the premium market will rebound within the next 12 months. You can buy return class C/J tickets to just about anywhere at the moment, for a fraction of the price that you paid last year. Where upgrades still shine is if you wish to upgrade a long haul cheap discounted J to F, regards bkkrop
Jul 23, 2009, 8:32 pm
#118
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Are standby upgrades still available at NRT for flights to BKK? I am currently booked in C class on an old configuration 747, so I would like to purchase a standby upgrade to get into F for the better seat if possible.
What does a C-F upgrade cost on this route? Any recent experiences?
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
thanks
Mike
What does a C-F upgrade cost on this route? Any recent experiences?
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
thanks
Mike
Jul 24, 2009, 2:53 am
#119
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Are standby upgrades still available at NRT for flights to BKK? I am currently booked in C class on an old configuration 747, so I would like to purchase a standby upgrade to get into F for the better seat if possible.
What does a C-F upgrade cost on this route? Any recent experiences?
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
thanks
Mike
What does a C-F upgrade cost on this route? Any recent experiences?
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
thanks
Mike
Cheers, TK
Jul 24, 2009, 4:41 am
#120
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Hi Scottieflyer. Stand by upgrades are very good value during normal times, these are not normal times, and there is no way the premium market will rebound within the next 12 months. You can buy return class C/J tickets to just about anywhere at the moment, for a fraction of the price that you paid last year. Where upgrades still shine is if you wish to upgrade a long haul cheap discounted J to F, regards bkkrop