Aerlingus AerClub/Avios

Isn't it normally printed on the boarding pass?

It may just be a popular time to fly back - i.e. arrive at decent hour to go straight to work etc and priced accordingly.

I have used multiple upgrades as Concierge - price in my experience is irrelevant, what it usually comes down to is how many upgrade or Avios seats have been used for that section on that flight - apply and see is the only route unfortunately. If you check Avios.com and can book a business class seat then you'll probably be ok.

My own experience with quite a few upgrade requests has always been a success but unfortunately you need to commit to the booking before you can find out. I did try calling before booking in early days but was often told they'd have to refer the request and could not tell me there and then.

As for seat, no it will not include a seat allocation but, again (and maybe this is a concierge benefit), I called back the reservations and get them to assign me one rather than wait for check in - personally I think its nuts when booking a ticket in Business that seat booking is not included (but also applies to other airlines so, not an Aer Lingus thing).

Seat allocation in business is free on EI regardless of ticket type.

Managed to get 3K and 5K on upgrades before

Pretty sure you need a J ticket to use that lane in the pre clearance hall.

I have used it as Concierge but, have to agree - the longer wait is for Border Staff than security check and, with just 1 lane in the business you can get unlucky.

Have you had any luck with booking those flights.

Tried booking flights and told there is no slots for flights.

No

Does Platinum give any additional baggage allowance?

I can't see it mentioned anywhere but asking just in case. On a Saver fare to Barcelona tomorrow with 1x10kg included but a little caught for space and ideally don't want to fork out €84 for a 20kg check in. Thanks!

Ye that's true I'll fly business class one day its on my bucket list, I'm not poor but not loaded either

Did you get away with it in the end?

hi folks couple of questions,

I am looking to book flights to St Lucia next year. Trying to do via aer lingus as I’ve platinum status and a good bit of Avios and I know aer lingus partner w BA (ldn to St Lucia), AA (Miami to St Lucia) and jet blue (jfk to St Lucia). Should aer lingus be able to book me through using their flight partners or will I have to book separate tickets? The people on the phones never seem to have a clue when I call about something.

Also wondering if there is a code share (let’s say co operated by BA, is it possible to use a comp upgrade on one of these flights?

thanks

Didn't actually bother with the extra bag in the end, used one of those space saver luggage bags that doesn't need a hoover. Seriously handy.

If you have fast track as part of your Aer Club status, does that allow you bring another passenger with you if they are on the same booking with Aer Lingus?

Platinum or better allows +1 on fast track