Allegiant/JetBlue/SouthWest/Spirit/Virg Amer/-New opening of rate schedules-post here

[Bustaty]

You will be good to go, no fighting to get to the onboard computers to do a check-in. SW will do the check-in for you and you will be in boarding group A. This is done 36 hrs before the flight so the EB's will be checked in before the passengers doing the 24 hr check in. It is really worth the money if you don't want to waste any of your cruise time. When you get to the airport, all you need to do is pick-up you boarding pass. You can also select to do the Early-Bird check in only for the return trip. This will save some $$ if you really don't need or want it for the first part of your trip.

 

When you go to purchase you ticket online, there will be box for you to check asking if you want the EB service. You can select it round trip or only for one-way. When your credit card statement shows up, it will not be rolled in with the flight charge, it will show as an additional $10 expense- just a heads-up on that for your records.

 

Thank you for the above info. This has been most helpful. Probably will do just the EB for the return.

 

Thanks rugrats for the headsup on Boarding, it is not a priority for us, so all will be well no matter what category.

[FlaGrl4Evr]

There is no guarantee that you will be in the A group with Early Bird Check-in.

 

 

You're right, no guarantee that you will get an "A" check-in but SW states it's more than likely that you will. We have been using this option since it was introduced and have never not been in the -A- group. My fiance is 6'4 and if we cannot get a seat with extra leg room than it is a miserable flight so we don't mind paying the little extra. It is a very nice perk and a bonus for cruisers who cannot check in 24 hrs before hand. :)

 

OP, here is a link from SW that can explain it a little better.

http://www.southwest.com/html/generated/help/faqs/earlybird_checkin_faq.html

Edited September 3, 2011 by Hoosiercouple

[Bustaty]

Thanks so much. Really appreciate this information. Now to get those flights :).

[monicajay]

Just booked our Southwest tickets this morning :D. No point in doing early bird check in as we likely be the last to board. Taking a big risk on a 10h30 flight out of Tampa. It is the only non-stop direct flight of the day and will get us home much, much earlier. There are 4 other flights that day so if we don't make it we will likely still get home :rolleyes:. We only travel with carry-on and will get off the ship with our luggage before they start to call colors.

 

I would never take a chance to get to a ship but on the way home it matters a whole lot less.

[AZDENNY]

Thanks for the heads up,. Been wondering when they were gonna open it up.

Booked my PHX-LAX flight 1st thing this morning....So come on March 2012 !!!!

[monicajay]

Thanks for the heads up,. Been wondering when they were gonna open it up.

Booked my PHX-LAX flight 1st thing this morning....So come on March 2012 !!!!

 

 

Always makes me smile when I see one of my posts actually helped somebody else. :D

[Steph123]

How can I find out when they will open the flights for the weekend after Easter, they are out till the 9th. I need April 13, 14 or 15. Thanks

[clyde3]

This is what it says on Southwests website. "On October 3, we will open our schedule for sale through June 1, 2012."

[Steph123]

This is what it says on Southwests website. "On October 3, we will open our schedule for sale through June 1, 2012."

 

Thank you. I could not find this info on the Southwest website.

[Globaliser]

I could not find this info on the Southwest website.

It's at the top of the Travel Tools page.

[avril4111]

:confused: Anyone know when JetBlue flights will be up for May?? I was going to call or e-mail but sounds like it would be a hassle. Thought I'd try here first!!!

Thanks-

Betsy

[6rugrats]

No one knows. Sign up for their FF program, and you'll get an email when it happens.

[avril4111]

Thank you SO much- I have signed up for the FF program and will get an e-mail pre-release:).

[marys350]

:confused: Anyone know when JetBlue flights will be up for May?? I was going to call or e-mail but sounds like it would be a hassle. Thought I'd try here first!!!

Thanks-

Betsy

 

Jet Blue has extended their schedule beyond April 30, 2012, as of today.

 

Mary

[Phalst]

I just discovered that Southwest is booking flights through August 10, 2012. They were scheduled to open up tomorrow, Nov. 14th, but I just booked my flights for July 31st today.

[scottbee]

G4/Allegiant Air have now opened their schedule for flights through Aug 14/2012

[Clay Clayton]

Now if Jetblue will open up their schedule through September 2012, I would be all set.

[Marylandteachergirl]

I am waiting (not so patiently) for flights to open on Jet Blue or Air Tran for November, 2012!

[Clay Clayton]

Jetblue's schedule for Sept4th thru Oct 27th opens on Sunday, Feb 17th.

[Boatingmom]

Thanks!

[Algebralovr]

According to the Southwest page: "On May 21, 2012, we will open our schedule for sale through January 4, 2013."

 

 

So, now to keep watching, since I need Feb 2013.

[megr1125]

JetBlue will open bookings on SUNDAY March 25th at Noon Eastern time though

Jan 6, 2013.....

 

(yay i can change my ticket for my freedom cruise in november..)

[Boatingmom]

Need to know when they'll open March 2013:o

[Marylandteachergirl]

According to the Southwest page: "On May 21, 2012, we will open our schedule for sale through January 4, 2013."

 

 

So, now to keep watching, since I need Feb 2013.

 

Do you think that date also applies to Air Tran since they are now part of Southwest?

[tayzia00]

According to the Southwest page: "On May 21, 2012, we will open our schedule for sale through January 4, 2013."

 

 

So, now to keep watching, since I need Feb 2013.

 

 

I just want to thank you so much!!! Usually I do not go to these sticky posts but I was curious as to the type of information in them. I have actually been watching Airtran and Southwest website to see when they will open up past November 2, 2012 as my group and I need air travel for December 8-15, 2012. I have never saw that message on their website but am glad that you did and that you posted it. I now have something to tell my group and plans to make since I finally have a concrete date.:D