Intentionally missing last leg of connecting flight on one-way flight
Jun 19, 2012, 2:26 pm
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Intentionally missing last leg of connecting flight on one-way flight
The three of us in my family are trying to fly a ONE WAY flight from Baltimore to Chicago in a few weeks. We found a very cheap flight that goes BWI to ORD to MSN, but flying to MSN means we would have another 4 hour bus ride back to Chicago. Obviously, we're not thrilled about that.
I know that intentionally missing a connecting flight causes the rest of the reservation to be cancelled, but that would not affect us because it is a one-way flight. So, my question is if there are any other consequences of skipping the last segment? I have heard it is possible for an airline to rescind frequent flyer status, but I don't know if this actually happens in reality.
Any feedback is much appreciated.
I know that intentionally missing a connecting flight causes the rest of the reservation to be cancelled, but that would not affect us because it is a one-way flight. So, my question is if there are any other consequences of skipping the last segment? I have heard it is possible for an airline to rescind frequent flyer status, but I don't know if this actually happens in reality.
Any feedback is much appreciated.
Jun 19, 2012, 2:42 pm
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The three of us in my family are trying to fly a ONE WAY flight from Baltimore to Chicago in a few weeks. We found a very cheap flight that goes BWI to ORD to MSN, but flying to MSN means we would have another 4 hour bus ride back to Chicago. Obviously, we're not thrilled about that.
I know that intentionally missing a connecting flight causes the rest of the reservation to be cancelled, but that would not affect us because it is a one-way flight. So, my question is if there are any other consequences of skipping the last segment? I have heard it is possible for an airline to rescind frequent flyer status, but I don't know if this actually happens in reality.
Any feedback is much appreciated.
I know that intentionally missing a connecting flight causes the rest of the reservation to be cancelled, but that would not affect us because it is a one-way flight. So, my question is if there are any other consequences of skipping the last segment? I have heard it is possible for an airline to rescind frequent flyer status, but I don't know if this actually happens in reality.
Any feedback is much appreciated.
and ye shall find.
Jun 19, 2012, 2:46 pm
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Hidden City...ahhh
Thanks for the replies. I had already tried searching for info before posting the question, but I didn't know the term "hidden city," which is probably why I did not find anything. So, I will give that a try now.
Also, I forgot to mention, I am NOT checking any bags.
Appreciate the help everyone.
Also, I forgot to mention, I am NOT checking any bags.
Appreciate the help everyone.
Jun 19, 2012, 5:42 pm
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Possible, but unlikely. It is a violation of the terms you agree to when buying the ticket. A few folks have reported airlines going after them, after many repeated occurrences.
Jun 22, 2012, 4:43 pm
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Do make sure you tell the gate agent at ORD, so that you don't delay the flight by making them call for you over the PA.
Jun 22, 2012, 4:47 pm
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I suspect stifle is trying to tease you by suggesting this.
Jun 22, 2012, 4:54 pm
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take an airline you don't have miles with
if you can.
and if you can't, DON'T put your FF # in the rez.
and if you can't, DON'T put your FF # in the rez.