Does anyone know if there is a way around United's policy of charging $75 per passenger for award flights that are booked with 21 days of travel. I was looking to book a flight that costs $80 cash or 12.5k points+80.60. Doesnt really make sense to use points I tried calling but they were unhelpful. Thats a really annonying policy as I think most people book flights last minute.
has this changed? i heard the loop hole is closed -- please PM me if not the case. We are trying to book a flight for friday, and its charging us 75.
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+1. In op’s scenario he might as well use the MR to book it as a cash ticket.