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[JChang689]

I know some airlines offer a flat rate for those who wish to pay for an upgrade at the airport. (I.e Emirates: HK-Dubai. I’ve tried and it was great) Does anybody know if Cathay offers the same?

[Ahmad]

How much did you pay for the upgrade?

[TiredOldHack]

BA’s standard rate from Latin America (Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires) to London seems to be 500 bucks a head. Bargain.

[newbieflyer]

Cathay do it. Got the option from DXB to HKG.
As a side note, China Southern let you do it onboard.

[Ahmad]

Long ago I did an upgrade from Business to First with Emirates at SIN when checking in for DXB. They called it an on board upgrade and charged me twice as much as a discounted First. I have never asked for one at the airport since. Always try and book a discounted First fare when I can get one, otherwise I just fly Business. Looks like I should start asking again.

[MarcusUK]

Interestingly amongst others who will allow at the airport, a growing number allow bid prior to the flight, if you are a “select” frequent flyer, you will be invited to bid.

Both Etihad and KLM allow you to Bid an amount , with a min and maximum. However, KLM do not allow you to earn the miles for it, whereas Etihad do.

Etihad let you know 24 hrs before . I bid for a £580 upgrade from Business to First on an ultra long haul AUH-SYD and got it.
Excellent value.

[passionateflyer]

Virgin also have a bidding scheme, although sadly I didn’t win in it. Generally I like to psych myself up in advance for the cabin I’m going to be flying in so the appeal of last minute upgrades is somewhat diminished.

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