Flying ATL-AMS on 24th in coach on delta Diamond medallion. What's the best way to ensure an upgrade?

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By buying a biz class ticket

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Purchase an upgrade via the app, use a voucher, or ask at the lounge. No complimentary upgrades for medallion members on international segments

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Honestly? It’s the day after Thanksgiving. So who really knows how it’s going to go

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Following. (Annoying that you can’t subscribe to posts in bowls)

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United doesn’t offer complimentary upgrades on international tickets. You can use coupons (GPUs) on paid tickets or additional mileage for award tickets.

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Miles?

^ only United still has complimentary upgrades. This is a reminder for me to switch

^ they do for Premier 1K

Just use a GUC

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