How much does it usually cost to upgrade? ——Analysis and cost comparison of hot topics across the Internet
Recently, "upgrade fees" has become one of the hot topics among netizens. With the arrival of the peak travel season, many passengers are interested in how to upgrade their cabins at more favorable prices. This article will analyze the common price ranges and influencing factors of upgrades based on hotspot data from the entire network in the past 10 days, and provide structured data for reference.
1. What factors affect the upgrade fee?
Upgrade prices are not fixed and usually depend on the following factors:
1. Route distance (domestic short-distance/international long-distance)
2. Flight times (peak season/low season)
3. Airline policies
4. Original cabin class
5. Number of remaining seats
2. Comparison of upgrade prices on popular routes (data in the past 10 days)
| Route type | Economy class→Business class | Economy class → first class | Business class → first class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic short distance (within 2 hours) | 500-1500 yuan | 1500-3000 yuan | 800-2000 yuan |
| Domestic long distance (more than 2 hours) | 1000-3000 yuan | 3000-6000 yuan | 2000-4000 yuan |
| Asia international routes | 2000-5000 yuan | 5,000-10,000 yuan | 3000-8000 yuan |
| European and American international routes | 5,000-15,000 yuan | 15,000-30,000 yuan | 10,000-20,000 yuan |
3. Differences in airline upgrade policies
| airline | Points upgrade | Paid upgrade | Upgrade discount at the counter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air China | 15,000-30,000 points | Economy class fare 50%-80% | 20% off on the day of flight |
| China Southern Airlines | 12,000-25,000 points | Economy class fare 40%-70% | 30% off on the day of flight |
| China Eastern Airlines | 10,000-20,000 points | Economy class fare 30%-60% | 40% off on the day of flight |
| Hainan Airlines | 8000-18000 points | Economy class fare 20%-50% | 50% off on the day of flight |
4. Recent hot topics among netizens
1.The "upgrade assassin" phenomenon: Temporary upgrade prices for some flights are as high as 200% of the original fare, causing controversy
2.Points depreciated: Many airlines have adjusted the points redemption ratio, and the points required for upgrades have increased by 20%-40%.
3.Peak season strategy: Summer flight upgrade prices generally increase by 30%-50% from July to August.
4.Hide offers: Apply for an upgrade 48 hours in advance through the airline APP to enjoy additional discounts
5. Professional advice: How to get the best upgrade price?
1.Plan ahead: 24-72 hours before departure is the period when upgrade discounts are released.
2.Follow activity: Airline membership days (such as Air China on the same days of the month) often offer upgrade discounts
3.Flexible choice: One-way upgrades are usually more than 30% cheaper than round-trip upgrades
4.combination payment: Some airlines support the "cash + points" mixed payment method
6. Special cases: Inventory of recent value-for-money upgrade opportunities
| Date | route | Original cabin | Upgrade type | Special price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 15 | Beijing-Guangzhou | Economy class | →Business class | 699 yuan (limited time) |
| July 20 | Shanghai-Sanya | super economy class | →First class | 999 yuan |
| July 25 | Chengdu-Lhasa | Economy class | →Business class | 499 yuan (APP exclusive) |
To sum up, the cost of upgrades ranges from a few hundred yuan to tens of thousands of yuan. It is recommended that passengers choose the appropriate upgrade time and method based on their own needs and budget. By paying attention to the official channels of airlines and comparing different payment methods, you can often save 30%-50% of upgrade costs. The peak travel season is approaching soon, so planning your upgrade in advance will provide you with a better experience.
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