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rynker · February 11, 2007, 07:31 PM

We want to fly from Chicago to Phoenix for Thanksgiving(Nov. 21-25). We live for the "bumps" and will try every flight we take. We know that Thanksgiving is one of the biggest travel days of the year. Is our best shot for a bump taking a early morning flight out of Chicago or a later flight? Do people take 1/2 days or full days when flying out? All suggestions and help would be appreciated. I know you can't depend on the outcome, but like to be in the "running" for the best chance.

Dave M · February 11, 2007, 07:49 PM

Assuming you plan to leave on Wednesday, you'll likely have a better chance with a flight later in the day, although you'll risk not getting on a flight until sometime Thursday. If you plan to fly on Thursady, expect some open seats and no bump opportunity.

elaine · February 11, 2007, 09:46 PM

I agree, Wed going in late afternoon, early evening, and Sunday afternoon for the return.

February 11, 2007, 07:31 PM	#1
rynker TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 8, 05 Location: indiana Posts: 173 Resorts: pelican, aquamarine, alexandra, royal mayan	thanksgiving "bump" power We want to fly from Chicago to Phoenix for Thanksgiving(Nov. 21-25). We live for the "bumps" and will try every flight we take. We know that Thanksgiving is one of the biggest travel days of the year. Is our best shot for a bump taking a early morning flight out of Chicago or a later flight? Do people take 1/2 days or full days when flying out? All suggestions and help would be appreciated. I know you can't depend on the outcome, but like to be in the "running" for the best chance.

February 11, 2007, 09:46 PM	#3
elaine TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 8, 05 Posts: 1,442	sunday return is the biggest travel day I agree, Wed going in late afternoon, early evening, and Sunday afternoon for the return.

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February 11, 2007, 07:49 PM	#2
Dave M Moderator TUG Lifetime Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 16, 04 Location: Sun City Hilton Head, SC Posts: 11,351	Assuming you plan to leave on Wednesday, you'll likely have a better chance with a flight later in the day, although you'll risk not getting on a flight until sometime Thursday. If you plan to fly on Thursady, expect some open seats and no bump opportunity.