Southwest - book by June 14?

[SAGE]

Hi,
Looking for flights out of Buffalo instead of TO. Right now, SW site has Buffalo to Orlando for $157.30 PP return for my dates (end of Aug) It looks like you have to book by June 14 for travel between 07/31 - 11/02. Is this a deal I should grab by tomorrow or wait for "dings"?

Thanks!!

 

[mbb]

Well..if you're happy with that rate, then you should book it, and if the rate does go down, you can get a SW travel credit for future travel

We don't fly out of BUF, but know I've seen folks here grab $59 rates...

HTH!!

 

[TweedleDum]

I highly recommend Southwest.

We got Buffalo to Orlando on July 30 for $35 one way and Orlando to Buffalo for $68. You can't go wrong with that!

Also, a great point to keep in mind.... If you happen to find a lower rate for the same flight (day and time) you can call the Southwest Refund department and they will refund the difference to your credit card. Better than a SW credit you might not use! I just did this and saved $77.

 

[SAGE]

Thanks so much for the replies!!
I booked SW - like the option of having a refund applied to my credit card instead of a credit for future flight.
How long does it take to drive to Buffalo airport from Niagara Falls?

 

[Rubbertops]

20 to 30 min
Depends on how long it takes to cross the border....

 

[5boyz]

Hey tweedledum....I got the same prices as you!!! We are going July 21 - Aug 4th. I originally paid $68 from Buffalo and then got the sale and have a $140. credit, but would rather have it put back on my credit card can I still do it????

 

[SAGE]

I called SW today to ask for a refund to my credit card - booked this AM - "dinged" this afternoon.
The refund dept transferred me to customer relations where I was told since it was an internet booking, I would have to use Travel Tools on their site.
I tried but the same price as this AM came up.
It's not a fortune but should I try calling back?

 

[TweedleDum]

5boyz, as long as the day and time are the same I am sure you can still get a refund.

Call 214-792-4223. Just explain how it is the same flight (day and time) and you would like a refund. I have heard the people are sometimes told no the first time but just keep calling back.

 

[5boyz]

TweedleDum-Thanks alot I will call later today!!! I'll let you know the outcome.