Relative On L class fare from MKE to DEL - return delayed due to visa issues
My nephew recently went from MKE to DEL on UA L fare ticket (codeshared on LH on FRA-DEL segments) a few weeks ago. He went to see the family, but also to get his visa extended from the US embassy. He...
View ArticleUA1260 today 6-Jul-2013
Operated by aircraft 3270. Looks like this aircraft went tech yesterday and on its way to doing the same again today.... Anyone know what's going on? I'm on the return SJU-IAH so need to know if I...
View ArticleOn line changes to existing res - issue
I am flying today (6 hours time) and tried to see if I can change flights. I get this: united.com is unable to initiate your flight change request at this time. Please contact United Reservations at...
View Article6/7 July 2013 - SFO Travel Waiver and Impact to UA's Operations
Apparent aircraft emergency involving a 777 - details sparse, but aircraft on fire. Evacuation chutes visible. https://twitter.com/search?q=sfo&src=typd All runways closed, according to air traffic...
View ArticleWhat credit card to use United flight with?
Which of the following credit cards that I currently hold should I use to buy a flight from United.com? Chase United Explorer Chase Sapphire Preferred I understand that with the United Explorer card, I...
View ArticleWhat to do with 5K miles?
I am posting this question for my neighbour. He had CO miles that were taken over by UA. He plans on using most of his miles for a free ticket and will have 5K miles left that will expire soon if he...
View ArticleGPU confirmed vs. GPU waitlist vs. B-fare up vs. NZ PE
I am working on a short business trip to EU later this year, starting to think about how to get there without undue misery since it is a long trip from west coast and I will be working long hours while...
View ArticleTurkish Airlines not giving milage credit on United
Hi all, I travelled from IAD to IST this past May. I got mileage credit from United on my flight there but United is saying Turkish airlines isn't approving the credit request for my return leg. My...
View Articlestuck in NRT due to SFO closure
What are my options? I'm booked in F on UA 838 on July 7. They tell me SFO flight is cancelled due to plane crash so they have reserved space for me on the flight to SEA, but they can't get me to SFO...
View ArticleBest use of UA miles for SFO to HKG & SGN w 130K miles
New to Flyertalk but like what I see so far. Finally decided to be loyal to one airline (united) and accumulated enough to be Silver Status so far. I have 130,000 UA miles and was wondering if you had...
View ArticleSignificant Fare Differences Between United Site and ITA Matrix
First, let me preface by saying that I'm new to FlyerTalk and hope that I'm posting my question in the right location. If not, I do apologize in advance. I am trying to book a flight on United (or its...
View ArticleWhat to do with/how to use XXX miles?
I am posting this question for my neighbour. He had CO miles that were taken over by UA. He plans on using most of his miles for a free ticket and will have 5K miles left that will expire soon if he...
View ArticlePremier Silver for free bag, but TK miles
I will fly US domestic on UA and hold Premier Silver, entitling me to first bag free. I want to credit the miles flown to TK Miles & Smiles. Can I have my TK number on the reservation and just wave...
View ArticleEarning on other carriers while United/*G
Quick question-I just matched SW A-List preferred to United Gold (so star gold obviously as well), but I have a long overseas flight on Lufthansa coming up that would get me to silver on US Air as...
View ArticleSelf-Service United Club Entry ORD C16
Looks like they are testing a self-service entry scheme at the C16 United Club at ORD. It is only for UC members or premier / *G travelers on an international itinerary (no one-time passes, no guests,...
View ArticleHow to search BR award avail?
Doesn't seem to be integrated to UA.com yet, what's the best way to check this?
View ArticleBF upgrade using miles
Hello, I am upgrading myself using miles on a B-Fare ticket, from Economy to Biz. The upgrade has not cleared yet. Should I check-in at the 24-hour mark to get on the waiting list? Or am I already on...
View ArticleUnited Club/Star Alliance Access in Heathrow Upon Arrival?
Good afternoon! This may be a silly question to you more experienced travelers, but here goes. I will be flying UA 924 in early August from IAD to Heathrow, landing about 10am. My question is: upon...
View ArticleCan't upgrade IAH-SIN using miles?
I'll be booking a trip through Singapore (to Manado for scuba diving) for next year and want to upgrade my wife and I's seats for one leg of the trip using miles. However, after checking several...
View ArticleBooking two one-way int'l award tix then converting to a r/t (ideally with a...
Hi, I am thinking of doing a cruise in Europe next year. Obviously, a cruise has fixed departure and return dates. I am looking to use miles for F or C class on UA or partners. As a result, if I see...
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