the Seinfeld episode was the way the airlines viewed bereavement - that some people were trying to cheat the system.
There are still technically bereavement fares, but they are just a slight discount to a "walk-up" fare. you're basically purchasing a ticket on extremely short notice and might get lucky depending on the destination if seats are available, but you'll be getting a lower fare based more on supply and demand than bereavement purposes.
They designate a certain fare class for the price but that class may be higher if the flight has a number of seats left.
As Greg said, they do require some proof as well. I don't think it's uniform across all airlines so I would just give them a call and see what they say
And find the best fair. The amount off is negligible at best. Especially if it's metropolitan area. Those days are gone pretty much
Basically this. They do exist and if all your flight options are near capacity with only high priced fares left, it can save you some money. But they're more expensive than the fares you can usually find online.
especially in a case where you aren't sure when you'll need to fly. In most cases you can shop around and find cheaper nonrefundable tickets, even very close to departure.
For existing travel plans interrupted by death or serious medical issue of a family member, most airlines will waive change fees if provided with some documentation. In many cases you can also find agents who are willing to do so as a 'favor', under the circumstances.
Not even close I looked for one for my sis in law when my wife passed last year best bereavement deal was 200 more then the online price some were almost 400 more
There are still technically bereavement fares, but they are just a slight discount to a "walk-up" fare. you're basically purchasing a ticket on extremely short notice and might get lucky depending on the destination if seats are available, but you'll be getting a lower fare based more on supply and demand than bereavement purposes.
They designate a certain fare class for the price but that class may be higher if the flight has a number of seats left.
As Greg said, they do require some proof as well. I don't think it's uniform across all airlines so I would just give them a call and see what they say
Sorry for your loss
That's like putting your whole mouth right in the dip! From now on, when you take a chip, just dip it once and end it.
Basically this. They do exist and if all your flight options are near capacity with only high priced fares left, it can save you some money. But they're more expensive than the fares you can usually find online.
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That's like putting your whole mouth right in the dip! From now on, when you take a chip, just dip it once and end it.
I'm sorry...Timmy. I don't dip that way
For existing travel plans interrupted by death or serious medical issue of a family member, most airlines will waive change fees if provided with some documentation. In many cases you can also find agents who are willing to do so as a 'favor', under the circumstances.