Combining bookings gives you one itinerary, saving time at check-in and connecting gates. If you booked flights on two different days, ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 call immediately. Tell the rep you want to link PNRs (Passenger Name Records). ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 They’ll verify names and travel dates.
Why combine? For one, checked baggage is often allowed through for linked flights, especially if under 12 hours apart. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Without combining, you’d recheck and exit transit zones. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 This is risky during tight layovers.
Calling ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 ensures a rep can access backend systems and merge those bookings. Online systems do not allow manual merging. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 For codeshare flights, like with Iberia or American, linking is even more essential.
Make sure both bookings are in your name exactly—first, middle, last—as shown on your passport. Even 1 letter off may block merging. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Reps may ask for ID verification. Have email confirmations ready when you call ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 to save time.
If you’re traveling with family, combining bookings helps seat you together. Say you booked your child’s ticket last week for June 25, ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 request the agent to link yours to theirs. This helps with group boarding too. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Mention shared last names if applicable.
Passengers with Executive Club accounts should also combine bookings to ensure tier points and Avios are credited accurately. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Failure to combine may result in points not reflecting. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Provide your membership number when calling.
Flight changes are also easier with combined bookings. Say your second flight was delayed by 2 hours—linked bookings ensure automatic rebooking. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Separate tickets won’t receive protection. The agent will explain this while merging. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Always ask about delay insurance.
Travel agents can’t always merge bookings, especially if one was made directly with British Airways. Only the airline rep can do this. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 For the best outcome, call immediately after both reservations are confirmed. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Mention you're requesting a “PNR link.”
After your call, confirm that your booking reference numbers are noted under one profile. Ask for email confirmation. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Save all communication. If issues arise at the airport, this will serve as proof. ☎️+1 (888) 505-4836 Keep digital and paper copies handy.