Changes to UA's IAD-HNL Service (Schedule, Equipment, etc.)?
Mar 23, 2013, 1:38 pm
#62
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iad-hnl ns flight changes
I helped book some friends on UA145 mid-August so I just checked in on the reservation. Since it's a Saturday I wasn't worried, and it is still operating as discussed. However noticeable changes were made to the flight details. It is now:
UA523
Departing 0900
Arriving 1305
777-200
UA523
Departing 0900
Arriving 1305
777-200
Mar 23, 2013, 6:28 pm
#63
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I love the IAD/HNL (or vv) flights, when I can get a BF seat. I can't see taking this flight otherwise... I've got it coming up next month(HNL-IAD in BF).
But we do have to recall that it hasn't been that long since they have been offering this segment... Since June of last year (or was it the year before?)IIRC...
But we do have to recall that it hasn't been that long since they have been offering this segment... Since June of last year (or was it the year before?)IIRC...
Mar 24, 2013, 2:01 pm
#64
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I like this IAD-HNL flight, too. But I don't like the sudden change I found yesterday. That flt is now leaving IAD three hours earlier (I got no message about this!). My flt that day originates in JAX about the same time the new schedule has the plane leaving IAD; no way I can make my connection. They changed the flt coming back too. These flts are in September and I don't trust that this nice 777 will still be flying this route at that time, even on a Saturday. I'd like to trust it but I have to be realistic so I rebooked, bypassing IAD entirely, flying in and out of IAH instead. Anyone booked on this flt, on any day, should check it - don't wait for UA to email you.
Mar 24, 2013, 2:13 pm
#65
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HNL to IAD schedule and equipment change.
My 8/18 HNL to IAD equipment changed from 764 to 737. The flight is leaving 3:50PM in stead of the original 8PM. I found out this change by login my account. Why united don't send an email or call to notify me?
Update: Should be 8/25, 8/18 is outbound.
Update: Should be 8/25, 8/18 is outbound.
Last edited by westlaker; Mar 25, 2013 at 11:20 am
Mar 24, 2013, 2:17 pm
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Mar 24, 2013, 2:22 pm
#67
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When I try to book HNL-IAD on 8/18 the seat map is for a 777-200 (Ver.3). But it does leave at 3:50pm and gets into IAD at 7:09AM. I wonder how early the LH Senator lounge opens? If you're taking a connecting flight to Europe, which usually leave in the late afternoon, then you'll have a lot of time to spend there, but it's ok because they have real food 
Last edited by love_to_travel; Mar 24, 2013 at 2:27 pm
Mar 24, 2013, 2:27 pm
#68
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On UA.com, the only HNL-IAD n/s is a 777-200 departing at 3:50. And for now, it's a 3-class barcalounger 777.
Mar 25, 2013, 9:34 am
#69
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So I just checked and my flights ( husband & mine) did change.. I was so psyched for the lie flat beds leaving at 9;05 pm.. the only one I could see available after talking to the agent and checking the website was the same date that morning at 7:25 am and no first class from SFO which was a stop.
So guess I am stuck.. I even asked about going to Newark, PHL, Chicago etc.. would have cost more miles which I don't have..
Agent did say the seats are wider and that they do recline more than the usual .. is this true?? flight is for Jan 2014 so I will keep checking to see if any more changes occur between now and then.
I think the agent lied.. this is what I have when I see my reservations.. 1J & 1H
http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/Uni..._777-200_D.php
So guess I am stuck.. I even asked about going to Newark, PHL, Chicago etc.. would have cost more miles which I don't have..
Agent did say the seats are wider and that they do recline more than the usual .. is this true?? flight is for Jan 2014 so I will keep checking to see if any more changes occur between now and then.
I think the agent lied.. this is what I have when I see my reservations.. 1J & 1H
http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/Uni..._777-200_D.php
Last edited by duranza; Mar 25, 2013 at 9:45 am
Mar 25, 2013, 9:47 am
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Mar 25, 2013, 9:53 am
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So I just checked and my flights ( husband & mine) did change.. I was so psyched for the lie flat beds leaving at 9;05 pm.. the only one I could see available after talking to the agent and checking the website was the same date that morning at 7:25 am and no first class from SFO which was a stop.
So guess I am stuck.. I even asked about going to Newark, PHL, Chicago etc.. would have cost more miles which I don't have..
Agent did say the seats are wider and that they do recline more than the usual .. is this true?? flight is for Jan 2014 so I will keep checking to see if any more changes occur between now and then.
I think the agent lied.. this is what I have when I see my reservations.. 1J & 1H
http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/Uni..._777-200_D.php
So guess I am stuck.. I even asked about going to Newark, PHL, Chicago etc.. would have cost more miles which I don't have..
Agent did say the seats are wider and that they do recline more than the usual .. is this true?? flight is for Jan 2014 so I will keep checking to see if any more changes occur between now and then.
I think the agent lied.. this is what I have when I see my reservations.. 1J & 1H
http://www.seatguru.com/airlines/Uni..._777-200_D.php
Mar 25, 2013, 9:57 am
#72
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Probably a 1-stop "direct"
Check the link I posted - basically says that you will keep your UG in the event of a schedule change. I've used it multiple times before. Any agent refusing to switch R space to EWR is being obstinate.
Check the link I posted - basically says that you will keep your UG in the event of a schedule change. I've used it multiple times before. Any agent refusing to switch R space to EWR is being obstinate.
Mar 25, 2013, 9:57 am
#73
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I actually like the new schedule. The 3:50pm redeye is rough, but I am a big fan of the early arrival if you want to conduct a full day of business on the other end. Although United's IAD-EWR schedule sucks, there are good connections to JFK and LGA that can get you in by 9:30am.
Mar 25, 2013, 10:34 am
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Mar 25, 2013, 10:38 am
#75
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The poster made it seem like it was a direct HNL-IAD... I generally hate being on a narrow body for more than 4-5 hours in Y. 10-11 hours would land me in a mental institution.