Probably Basic Question - How do I book Y Fare
May 7, 2009 | 9:39 am
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Probably Basic Question - How do I book Y Fare
Sorry for what is, I'm sure, a basic question. I've noticed that some new promotions to various cities will give me extra miles if I buy a Y fare. Honestly I don't know how to use .bomb to buy a particular fare class. It always seems to show me the cheap tix W, S and other fare classes. Don't see an option for limiting the class. Is "Y" just code for refundable? Thanks.
May 7, 2009 | 9:55 am
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Join Date: Mar 2005
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When doing a flight search you can use the "upgrade" selection box and choose MILES-YB. That will typically give you the lowest fare available between Y & B. I don't know many promos that require a Y fare..usually B will work too. If you only get B fares using this drop down menu and you still really want a Y fare you will need to call and book it.