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Lower TK fare classes are now eligible for upgrades with UA miles

Lower TK fare classes are now eligible for upgrades with UA miles

Old Aug 19, 2020, 7:27 am
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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...
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Old Aug 20, 2020, 6:41 am
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Originally Posted by Dio
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...
There us no way to guarantee this. So what is commonly done is to book the ticket with a 24 hr cancellation option and looking to confirm the upgrade. If that does not work then cancel the ticket. Rinse and repeat as needed.

There are a few where you know it will work. Like I/O available on NH essentially guarantees the upgrade.
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Old Aug 20, 2020, 7:33 am
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Got it, thanks. Appreciate your help!
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Old Aug 21, 2020, 1:13 am
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Does Turkish Airlines have any space in First to book an award ticket via United.com? I only have ever found business.
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Old Aug 21, 2020, 1:51 am
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Originally Posted by donjo
Does Turkish Airlines have any space in First to book an award ticket via United.com? I only have ever found business.
Turkish Airlines no longer has First Class.
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