The 2LNR approach
Find confirmed upgrade and award space first, then book knowing it's there.
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Why this approach works
Traditional approach
- Book based on schedule or price
- Request upgrades and wait
- Hope space opens in time
The 2LNR approach
- Start with confirmed upgrade availability
- Choose flights where space exists
- Book while the space is there
Airline upgrade guides
Short guides for the carriers we cover, plus award search across more than 20 airlines.
AA
American Airlines
Systemwide upgrades (SWUs)
Understand SWUs and how to use them on the right routes.
DL
Delta Air Lines
GUCs & RUCs
When to use a GUC or an RUC, and how priority works.
AS
Alaska Airlines
First-class upgrade certificates
How Alaska certificates and complimentary upgrades clear.
Award search
20+ airlines
Award availability across more than 20 airlines, in the same grid you use for upgrades.
How it works
1Search the upgrade matrix, or award search, for confirmed space.
2Choose flights where space exists.
3Book while the space is there.
Find upgrade and award space before you book
See real availability first, then book knowing it's there.