Can I purchase a short RT ticket while on a long layover with same Airline?

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Can I purchase a short RT ticket while on a long layover with same Airline?

by johnnyfive New Member June 22, 2016, 1:41 am

Can I purchase a short RT ticket while on a long layover with same Airline?

johnnyfive New Member
June 22, 2016, 1:41 am

Hi Lucky,

Just wondering if it’s possible to buy a short round trip ticket while on a long layover for the same airline?! Is this allowed?

I have about 12 hours to hill on a single ticket layover. I might want to book a cheap MR return flight on the same airline to pass the time. Call me crazy… but is it possible?

Thanks!
MidSouthSkier Community Ambassador
June 22, 2016, 9:04 am

It’s possible – but risky. I don’t think I’d do it.
DC-PHLyer Member
June 22, 2016, 11:20 am

IT will let you do it as long as flight times don’t overlap. I’ve done it before, but you will not be protected in any way in the case of delays/cancellations. Even travel insurance / credit card travel insurance might not cover it due to overlapping reservations.

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Can I purchase a short RT ticket while on a long layover with same Airline?