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Photo : Tyler Olson ( Shutterstock ) With a debacle at Southwest Airlines leading to more than 3,000 flights canceled on Christmas day, and the Federal Aviation Administration’s computer outage leading to more than 1,300 flights canceled ( and 10,000 delayed in the U.S. on Wednesday) , it feels like an on-time flight is an increasing rarity. Clearly, you want to be prepared to fight for what you’re entitled to when an airline, for lack of a better phrase, utterly screws you over. Here’s what to know about the fine print so you can always get the most money possible from a canceled or delayed flight. What’s in the fine print for most airlines Lawyer Erika Kullberg has gained a huge following on TikTok for her videos that point out airlines’ legal requirements you probably don’t know about. (Every video ends with the line “ Erika reads the fine print so I don’t have to! ”) In this video posted in September 2022, Kullberg explains the updated terms of major airlines like Amer...

Photo : XArtProduction ( Shutterstock ) With airline prices predicted to remain high for the rest of 2023, even the most basic economy tickets will feel like a (financial) splurge. But many airlines now have programs in place that allow passengers to bid on upgraded tickets in premium economy, business, or first class. Here’s what to know. How to bid on flight upgrades The process differs from airline to airline, but here’s a general overview of how it works: Eligibility In order to bid on an upgrade, you first must book a ticket. These auctions are available to ticketed passengers only. Some airlines will email ticketed passengers if they’re auctioning off upgrades, but many don’t . Your best bet is to check the airline’s website to see if they’re taking bids for your flight. Bidding typically opens between two and seven days ahead of a scheduled flight. Bidding If there’s an upgrade auction for your flight, keep in mind that it only applies to that specific leg of your trip...