Is it still possible to purchse an "open" airline ticket? I need to be ready to go if we lose a family member

I'm sorry for your impending loss. Here is some information, and I hope it will help:

-An open ticket is very expensive and not your best option.

-Last minute airfare can be cheaper (sometimes, but not always), but also comes with more restrictions, and does not allow you the opportunity to easily change dates around.

-The bereavement fare is not always the lowest fare, although many times (especially in last minute situation) it can be. It can also be more flexible when you need to change dates around.

Most airlines offer the fare, although all airlines differ in their prices for bereavement fares, and usually you are to pay full price up front and then submit the "evidence" of the death in the family (because a lot of people take advantage of the lower fare) to get a refund.

When you call the airlines, inform them that there is a death (or imminent death) in the family and you would like the bereavement fare.

To get this discounted fare most airlines will ask for:

* The name of the deceased (or soon to be)

* Your relationship to that person

* The name, address and phone number funeral home (when you are submitting for a refund after completing air travel)

* Date of the service (when you are submitting for a refund after completing air travel)

* A copy of the death certificate (when you are submitting for a refund after completing air travel)

Please note that with most airlines you are only eligible for this fare if you are a parent, grandparent (including step-parent and in-laws), spouse, child, aunt/uncle, sibling (including step-siblings/in-laws), and niece/nephew. Most airlines (but not all) also include same sex domestic partners and legal guardians as eligible family members.

Most airlines that offer bereavement fares will waive last minute restrictions and allow you to book using your frequent flyer miles as long as there is frequent flyer space available for the flights, and provided you give the airline the information outlined above.

Sometimes you may not be able to get all of the above details before you travel. Hold onto receipts, boarding passes, and obtain a copy of the death certificate and provide the details mentioned above. Submit these items to the airline as soon as possible after you have completed travel (many airlines have time limits for obtaining refunds). Keep a photocopy of the items that you have given to the airline. This is essential in obtaining your refund for the value of the discount after completion of travel.

Not all airlines provide bereavement fares. Again, bereavement fares are not always the least expensive option out there, but quite often they are. If you are applying for a refund after completing your travel, do make sure that the airline you are using does offer a bereavement fare prior to travel. Bereavement fares exist to offer you travel options for when you need to travel at the last minute because of imminent death or a death in the family.

Here are some tips for finding cheap fares:

-- Sometimes the internet is cheaper, sometimes the phone operators are cheaper, and sometimes travel agents are cheaper. Check out all three to make sure you get the best deal.

-- Choose the same airline for all legs of your itinerary whenever possible so you can take advantage of all connecting and round-trip airfares.

-- Try to fly on the least popular days: Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday.

-- Remember that Saturday night stays are usually required for most bargain airfares.

-- Try to select the least popular flight times: mid-morning or late evening.

-- Check with discount airlines for cheaper fares.

-- Consider using alternate airports near your desired airport. The extra drive can save you hundreds of dollars.

If I can be of more assistance, feel free to contact me

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