Maximizing Your Chances for a Business Class Upgrade

The magic word for an upgrade is Operational Upgrade (Op-Up). This happens when Economy is oversold, and the airline needs to move passengers forward.

Who Gets Selected?

It’s a misconception that being overly polite works best. Airlines prioritize passengers based on data:

1.Elite Status: Loyalty members are always first.

2.Ticket Price: Full-fare economy tickets are prioritized over discounted tickets.

3.Traveling Solo: A single traveler is easier to move than a couple or family

4.Traveling during peak holiday times significantly increases your chance of an Op-Up due to oversold flights