Lower TK fare classes are now eligible for upgrades with UA miles
#16
Join Date: Aug 2020
Posts: 3
Guess I’ m a bit confused how this usually works. Every website told me to check upgrade availability before booking the economy ticket. I did and ExpertFlyer showed 4 J seats available.
But now I’m not able to book them using my United miles... is there a way to check upgrade availability on United before booking the fare? It seems like a confirmation / ticket number is required...
But now I’m not able to book them using my United miles... is there a way to check upgrade availability on United before booking the fare? It seems like a confirmation / ticket number is required...
#17
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: BOS/EAP
Programs: UA 1K, MR LTT, HH Dia, Amex Plat
Posts: 31,840
Guess I m a bit confused how this usually works. Every website told me to check upgrade availability before booking the economy ticket. I did and ExpertFlyer showed 4 J seats available.
But now Im not able to book them using my United miles... is there a way to check upgrade availability on United before booking the fare? It seems like a confirmation / ticket number is required...
But now Im not able to book them using my United miles... is there a way to check upgrade availability on United before booking the fare? It seems like a confirmation / ticket number is required...
There are a few where you know it will work. Like I/O available on NH essentially guarantees the upgrade.
#20
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Programs: TK Elite Plus,QR Platinum,BAEC GGL,ITA Executive, AFKL Gold, HH Diamond,Bonvoy Gold,ALL Gold
Posts: 14,180