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Jun 8, 17, 2:54 pm
#826
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: San Francisco, CA (SFO)
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Domestic Stopover / Layover Rules
Hi all,
I'm planning a round trip for work, SFO-GRR, in early July, and I'd like to know if I can squeeze in a few days in Chicago as part of my layover.
Most routes to GRR from SFO have a layover at ORD. My current round trip itinerary would look like this:
July 10, 2017: SFO-ORD-GRR
July 11, 2017: GRR-ORD-SFO
Is it possible to book the following without booking three one-ways?
July 7, 2017: SFO-ORD
July 10, 2017: ORD-GRR
July 11,2017: GRR-ORD-SFO
Because the flights to GRR are for a business trip, I'm trying to see if I can work in some pleasure in Chicago the weekend prior.
Thanks!
I'm planning a round trip for work, SFO-GRR, in early July, and I'd like to know if I can squeeze in a few days in Chicago as part of my layover.
Most routes to GRR from SFO have a layover at ORD. My current round trip itinerary would look like this:
July 10, 2017: SFO-ORD-GRR
July 11, 2017: GRR-ORD-SFO
Is it possible to book the following without booking three one-ways?
July 7, 2017: SFO-ORD
July 10, 2017: ORD-GRR
July 11,2017: GRR-ORD-SFO
Because the flights to GRR are for a business trip, I'm trying to see if I can work in some pleasure in Chicago the weekend prior.
Thanks!
Last edited by SFOrunner; Jun 8, 17 at 2:54 pm Reason: Edit for instant email notifications.
Jun 8, 17, 4:46 pm
#827
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Originally Posted by LRMErnst
... I'm planning a round trip for work, SFO-GRR, in early July, and I'd like to know if I can squeeze in a few days in Chicago as part of my layover....
You can try to book online as Multi-City or work with a UA phone or your organization's TA (if there is one).
Another, more risky option is to do a SDC change upon arriving at ORD to a "later" flight. And than maybe another SDC later to get even more time. FOr non-elites there is a fee for this. This will work many times, but no guarantees.
Jun 8, 17, 7:44 pm
#828
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Another option is to simply book SFO-ORD as an RT, and drive over to GRR. (3 hours).
The flight would've only been an hour, but considering connection times, you might break out even (and from what I see, the ORD flight is $250ish, and GRR $400 ish).
The flight would've only been an hour, but considering connection times, you might break out even (and from what I see, the ORD flight is $250ish, and GRR $400 ish).
Jun 9, 17, 9:35 pm
#829
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 47
Hi All,
Question on connecting in Sydney. I just booked an award flight from LAX - AKL with a stop in SYD. The LAX- SYD is on UA metal and the SYD - AKL is on Air New Zealand. Currently I have a 3 hour layover in SYD booked, however I am wondering if that is enough time? I have never flown through SYD, and I am wondering if I should change the SYD - AKL to a later connection as there are multiple flights from SYD- AKL that depart at later intervals. Appreciate any advice.
Current Flights:
Lax - SYD UA839 on 3/7
SYD - AKL NZ104 3/9
-Pdxflyer12
Question on connecting in Sydney. I just booked an award flight from LAX - AKL with a stop in SYD. The LAX- SYD is on UA metal and the SYD - AKL is on Air New Zealand. Currently I have a 3 hour layover in SYD booked, however I am wondering if that is enough time? I have never flown through SYD, and I am wondering if I should change the SYD - AKL to a later connection as there are multiple flights from SYD- AKL that depart at later intervals. Appreciate any advice.
Current Flights:
Lax - SYD UA839 on 3/7
SYD - AKL NZ104 3/9
-Pdxflyer12
Jun 9, 17, 10:09 pm
#830
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Originally Posted by pdxflyer12
Currently I have a 3 hour layover in SYD booked, however I am wondering if that is enough time?
Jun 10, 17, 12:23 am
#831
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Originally Posted by mahasamatman
3 hours is more than enough time.
Jun 11, 17, 9:48 am
#832
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: New York, NY
Posts: 680
Quick Question:
Im a Silver and my Mother is a general member. We went on the upgrade standby list on the way there, and both cleared, due to the time and the route.
On the way back, the plane is also empty, so I want to put her on the upgrade list, but we are on separate reservations. I know that you can call the Premier Desk to put split reservation companions in Economy Plus (which I have done in the past) but how would I go about putting her on the Upgrade List? Thanks.
Im a Silver and my Mother is a general member. We went on the upgrade standby list on the way there, and both cleared, due to the time and the route.
On the way back, the plane is also empty, so I want to put her on the upgrade list, but we are on separate reservations. I know that you can call the Premier Desk to put split reservation companions in Economy Plus (which I have done in the past) but how would I go about putting her on the Upgrade List? Thanks.
Jun 11, 17, 11:07 am
#833
Join Date: Sep 2015
Programs: HHonors Diamond, MileagePlus Silver, Executive National
Posts: 125
Originally Posted by NikoGoutakolis
Quick Question:
Im a Silver and my Mother is a general member. We went on the upgrade standby list on the way there, and both cleared, due to the time and the route.
On the way back, the plane is also empty, so I want to put her on the upgrade list, but we are on separate reservations. I know that you can call the Premier Desk to put split reservation companions in Economy Plus (which I have done in the past) but how would I go about putting her on the Upgrade List? Thanks.
Im a Silver and my Mother is a general member. We went on the upgrade standby list on the way there, and both cleared, due to the time and the route.
On the way back, the plane is also empty, so I want to put her on the upgrade list, but we are on separate reservations. I know that you can call the Premier Desk to put split reservation companions in Economy Plus (which I have done in the past) but how would I go about putting her on the Upgrade List? Thanks.
Jun 11, 17, 1:12 pm
#834
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Posts: 14,112
Originally Posted by NikoGoutakolis
but how would I go about putting her on the Upgrade List? Thanks.
Originally Posted by homanga
My guess is calling the Premier Desk is likely the only way to get added. Not sure if it is actually possible, but I would probably do so at least at check-in so you can at minimum get E+ seats for both
I would get to gate ASAP and ask very nicely, as I don't believe it's actually a published benefit with separate reservations.
But of course someone with more experience may have a different experience as I always travel alone..
Jun 11, 17, 2:10 pm
#835
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Originally Posted by NikoGoutakolis
.... On the way back, the plane is also empty, so I want to put her on the upgrade list, but we are on separate reservations. I know that you can call the Premier Desk to put split reservation companions in Economy Plus (which I have done in the past) but how would I go about putting her on the Upgrade List? Thanks.
More discussion in http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/unite...eeds-stop.html
Jun 11, 17, 2:46 pm
#836
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Originally Posted by EmailKid
From reading this forum it is my understanding the only way to get a companion on u/g list is at the gate - and that would be at gate agent's discretion.
Jun 11, 17, 3:07 pm
#837
Join Date: Jun 2017
Posts: 1
Hi everyone...
I have a quick question. My father is an Etihad Silver Member+head of the family, and he booked my ticket through his account, and in my name (obviously). I'm a minor and traveling alone, so would I have any chances of getting an upgrade? Thanks!
I have a quick question. My father is an Etihad Silver Member+head of the family, and he booked my ticket through his account, and in my name (obviously). I'm a minor and traveling alone, so would I have any chances of getting an upgrade? Thanks!
Jun 11, 17, 6:17 pm
#838
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: New York, NY
Posts: 680
Originally Posted by findark
The check-in counter should also be able to help. Also check to see if she ends up on the list automatically; auto-split PNRs do a decent job of retaining their "status history".
Thanks again for all the insight, folks!
Jun 11, 17, 11:04 pm
#839
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Location: San Francisco, CA
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Originally Posted by Sreeja Pavuluri
Hi everyone...
I have a quick question. My father is an Etihad Silver Member+head of the family, and he booked my ticket through his account, and in my name (obviously). I'm a minor and traveling alone, so would I have any chances of getting an upgrade? Thanks!
I have a quick question. My father is an Etihad Silver Member+head of the family, and he booked my ticket through his account, and in my name (obviously). I'm a minor and traveling alone, so would I have any chances of getting an upgrade? Thanks!
Generally, an upgrade on any International trip on United Airlines requires use of enough miles for the upgrade or for an upgraded class ticket or the use of United upgrades or select upgrade certificates only available to highest elite status.
Jun 12, 17, 12:26 am
#840
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: LAX / BUR
Programs: UA MM/Gold
Posts: 1,332
Originally Posted by NikoGoutakolis
Thanks everyone, Findark was right, her Premier Access and Upgrade Status was retained from when is split on the outbound, and even better, we both already cleared!
Thanks again for all the insight, folks!
Thanks again for all the insight, folks!
