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Flight Booking Error: Wrong Dates Selected

Public SessionSession #5371/15/2026👁️ 39 viewsTravel Planning & Booking Issues
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AI Analysis Summary

The user accidentally booked a flight with incorrect departure and return dates and is concerned about potential change fees and the possibility of adjusting the booking.

Reported Issue

I was trying to book a flight for my family vacation and accidentally selected the wrong departure and return dates. I only realized this after I completed the booking and received the confirmation email. Now I'm worried about the change fees and if I can even adjust it.

Questions

5 questions
Q1

Which airline did you book the flight with? (ID: 2806)

United Airlines

Q2

What are the original dates you intended to book and what dates did you accidentally book? (ID: 2807)

Intended: July 10-20, Booked: July 15-25

Q3

Did you purchase any travel insurance or a flexible ticket option? (ID: 2808)

No, I didn't

Q4

How long ago did you complete the booking? (ID: 2809)

Just this morning

Q5

Have you already contacted the airline about this issue? (ID: 2810)

No, not yet

Recommended Solutions

10 solutions
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Seek Alternative Accommodation

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If the hotel cannot fulfill the booking, ask them to arrange and pay for comparable accommodation at another hotel that meets your requirements.
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Demand the Booked Room or Compensation

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Clearly state that you expect the room you booked or equivalent compensation for the inconvenience and unmet expectations. This could include a significant discount or a complimentary upgrade at a future date.
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Document All Communication

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Keep records of all emails, chat logs, and phone call details with both the booking platform and the hotel. This documentation is vital for dispute resolution.
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Contact the Booking Platform

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Reach out to the customer support of the booking platform you used. They can investigate the issue and potentially mediate with the hotel or offer alternative solutions.
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Review Booking Confirmation Thoroughly

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Carefully examine your booking confirmation for any fine print or disclaimers about room availability or upgrades/downgrades. This will be crucial evidence.
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Escalate to Hotel Management

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Request to speak with a manager and present your booking confirmation as proof of your reserved room. Emphasize the special occasion and the discrepancy.
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Seek Clarification from Booking Platform

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If booked through a third-party website, contact their support to understand how the baggage fees were calculated and if there was any misrepresentation.
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Scrutinize the Final Itinerary

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Carefully review the entire booking breakdown, including all line items and taxes, to identify any unexpected charges.
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Contact Airline Customer Service

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Reach out to the airline's customer service to inquire about the price discrepancy and if there are any options to honor the initial perceived total cost.
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Re-evaluate Booking Immediately

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If the price increase is concerning, consider re-checking the booking immediately to see if the price has stabilized or changed again.

Authoritative Resources

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