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Specific GPU and RPU usage questions thread
Dec 12, 2013 | 4:26 am
#496
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: BDL
Programs: UA 1K, SPG gold, PC Plat, Delta GM, Amex Plat
Posts: 90
My partner used RPU and the upgrade was confirmed.
He canceled the entire reservation before the trip started, but he didn't get the RPU back into his MP account.
He emailed 1Kvoice, but he was told he already used it and UA couldn't return it.
Is that true even he canceled the reservation and didn't even fly???
He canceled the entire reservation before the trip started, but he didn't get the RPU back into his MP account.
He emailed 1Kvoice, but he was told he already used it and UA couldn't return it.
Is that true even he canceled the reservation and didn't even fly???
Dec 12, 2013 | 2:00 pm
#497
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: DFW
Programs: AA EXP, UA 1K, Marriott Gold, Hilton Silver, Avis First
Posts: 34
1K newbie with GPU questions
I have recently reached 1K status for the first time. I have booked the following trip for mid Jan where I have used my GPU upgrades for the first time:
DFW - DEN
DEN- NRT
NRT - SIN
SIN - HKG
HKG - SFO
SFO - DFW
All are in W class. I used 2 GPUs for the outbound and return. Both the domestic routes were upgraded immediately, but the routes I care about I am waitlisted on.
I know it's still 5 weeks out so there's time, but is there anything I should do? I have heard about checking for R space, but I can't seem to find it. I know a waitlist can clear at any time but what is typical?
Any help is much appreciated.
Thanks
DFW - DEN
DEN- NRT
NRT - SIN
SIN - HKG
HKG - SFO
SFO - DFW
All are in W class. I used 2 GPUs for the outbound and return. Both the domestic routes were upgraded immediately, but the routes I care about I am waitlisted on.
I know it's still 5 weeks out so there's time, but is there anything I should do? I have heard about checking for R space, but I can't seem to find it. I know a waitlist can clear at any time but what is typical?
Any help is much appreciated.
Thanks
Dec 12, 2013 | 2:05 pm
#498
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Washington, DC, USA
Programs: UA-1Kmm, AA-EX Plt mm-, Hilton Diamond,
Posts: 1,093
Clearing upgrades with this type of instrument can be difficult on some routes. It may not clear until just before boarding or not at all. The W fares are a bit of a lottery. You pay more hoping you can upgrade but you don't get any $ back other than your GPU if you don't clear.
Dec 12, 2013 | 2:13 pm
#499
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: SFO
Programs: UA-1K
Posts: 310
I would suggest calling the 1K desk to help. It is generally faster for them to find flights with R availability vs you looking. Hopefully you're within 24 hours of purchasing your ticket and then you can change/cancel for free if they help you find a seat you can confirm now.
Dec 12, 2013 | 2:14 pm
#500
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: PHX
Programs: AA EXP; UA 1MM & PP; Marriott AMB; Hyatt Globalist; Hilton Diamond (Aspire)
Posts: 62,381
Are you still within 24 hours of ticketing? DEN-NRT is a very challenging upgrade. Your chances are much better through SEA or SFO. HKG-SFO can be very difficult as well, depending on day of the week (Mon-Thurs may be possible, Fri-Sun very very hard).
Dec 12, 2013 | 2:39 pm
#501
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: DFW
Programs: AA EXP, UA 1K, Marriott Gold, Hilton Silver, Avis First
Posts: 34
Thanks guys, unfortunately I am stuck with this scenario unless I want to pay a change fee. Good tips for next time I book though.
I am flying HKG SFO on a Sat
so that may be tough
I will just monitor this and try and call the 1K number to see if they can push it through if R is available
I am flying HKG SFO on a Sat
so that may be toughI will just monitor this and try and call the 1K number to see if they can push it through if R is available
Dec 12, 2013 | 2:45 pm
#502
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: PHX
Programs: AA EXP; UA 1MM & PP; Marriott AMB; Hyatt Globalist; Hilton Diamond (Aspire)
Posts: 62,381
Thanks guys, unfortunately I am stuck with this scenario unless I want to pay a change fee. Good tips for next time I book though.
I am flying HKG SFO on a Sat so that may be tough
I will just monitor this and try and call the 1K number to see if they can push it through if R is available
I am flying HKG SFO on a Sat
so that may be toughI will just monitor this and try and call the 1K number to see if they can push it through if R is available
Dec 12, 2013 | 2:49 pm
#503
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 15
New Years Day CPU or RPU?
Looking at flying IAD-LAX on New Years Day. Should I risk CPU or use RPU (if possible)?
My first flight as at 5:20 AM and the second one connects through ORD, departing LAX at 11:50 PM. I feel like these are off peak times. Any ideas/suggestions?
TY
My first flight as at 5:20 AM and the second one connects through ORD, departing LAX at 11:50 PM. I feel like these are off peak times. Any ideas/suggestions?
TY
Dec 12, 2013 | 3:03 pm
#504
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Programs: UA 1K (1MM), AA P, Marriott PP (LT PP), SPG P (LT P), HH G, and Hertz PC
Posts: 129
New Year's Day can be a good day to travel and the earlier flight will help but it depends more on your United status (assuming you are at least a Platinum because of the RPU...). I would check through the Expert mode and see how many seats are available on the United website to gauge your chances.
Dec 12, 2013 | 3:11 pm
#505
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 15
New Year's Day can be a good day to travel and the earlier flight will help but it depends more on your United status (assuming you are at least a Platinum because of the RPU...). I would check through the Expert mode and see how many seats are available on the United website to gauge your chances.
Are you saying my chances of CPU are good and not to use an RPU or that my chances are good of an RPU going through?
Thanks!
Also, is it possible that a same day roundtrip flight, I can use only one RPU or will I need to use 2, or 3 (3 segments?)?
I haven't had access to this type of stuff since the death of the e500.
Dec 12, 2013 | 3:13 pm
#506
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Seattle
Programs: United Gold, Delta Silver, SPG Gold
Posts: 81
I have recently reached 1K status for the first time. I have booked the following trip for mid Jan where I have used my GPU upgrades for the first time:
DFW - DEN
DEN- NRT
NRT - SIN
SIN - HKG
HKG - SFO
SFO - DFW
All are in W class. I used 2 GPUs for the outbound and return. Both the domestic routes were upgraded immediately, but the routes I care about I am waitlisted on.
I know it's still 5 weeks out so there's time, but is there anything I should do? I have heard about checking for R space, but I can't seem to find it. I know a waitlist can clear at any time but what is typical?
Any help is much appreciated.
Thanks
DFW - DEN
DEN- NRT
NRT - SIN
SIN - HKG
HKG - SFO
SFO - DFW
All are in W class. I used 2 GPUs for the outbound and return. Both the domestic routes were upgraded immediately, but the routes I care about I am waitlisted on.
I know it's still 5 weeks out so there's time, but is there anything I should do? I have heard about checking for R space, but I can't seem to find it. I know a waitlist can clear at any time but what is typical?
Any help is much appreciated.
Thanks
Dec 12, 2013 | 3:15 pm
#507
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: PHX
Programs: AA EXP; UA 1MM & PP; Marriott AMB; Hyatt Globalist; Hilton Diamond (Aspire)
Posts: 62,381
I'll be Platinum in a week.
Are you saying my chances of CPU are good and not to use an RPU or that my chances are good of an RPU going through?
Thanks!
Also, is it possible that a same day roundtrip flight, I can use only one RPU or will I need to use 2, or 3 (3 segments?)?
I haven't had access to this type of stuff since the death of the e500.
Are you saying my chances of CPU are good and not to use an RPU or that my chances are good of an RPU going through?
Thanks!
Also, is it possible that a same day roundtrip flight, I can use only one RPU or will I need to use 2, or 3 (3 segments?)?
I haven't had access to this type of stuff since the death of the e500.
Dec 12, 2013 | 3:18 pm
#508
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Programs: UA 1K (1MM), AA P, Marriott PP (LT PP), SPG P (LT P), HH G, and Hertz PC
Posts: 129
I'll be Platinum in a week.
Are you saying my chances of CPU are good and not to use an RPU or that my chances are good of an RPU going through?
Thanks!
Also, is it possible that a same day roundtrip flight, I can use only one RPU or will I need to use 2, or 3 (3 segments?)?
I haven't had access to this type of stuff since the death of the e500.
Are you saying my chances of CPU are good and not to use an RPU or that my chances are good of an RPU going through?
Thanks!
Also, is it possible that a same day roundtrip flight, I can use only one RPU or will I need to use 2, or 3 (3 segments?)?
I haven't had access to this type of stuff since the death of the e500.
Dec 12, 2013 | 3:28 pm
#509
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 15
I'm on:
UA208
UA1221
UA600
TY!
Dec 12, 2013 | 3:32 pm
#510
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: PHX
Programs: AA EXP; UA 1MM & PP; Marriott AMB; Hyatt Globalist; Hilton Diamond (Aspire)
Posts: 62,381