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May I get a reduced fare due to bereavement?

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Answer #1: Posted by latempe28 on October 14th, 2012 10:18 AM

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Bereavement

In the event of a death or imminent death in your immediate family, you may have to travel at the last minute. Since you may not have time to qualify for an advance-purchase fare, we'd like to help.

Tickets must be purchased by calling any Delta ticketing location. For reservations or pricing, callDelta Reservation Sales. These fares are not available at delta.com. Visit Delta Cares™ for information on professional services to funeral directors and family members responsible for transporting human remains and personal effects.

Definition of Immediate Family

Immediate family includes:

Spouse
Domestic partner
Child
Stepchild
Sister
Brother
Aunt
Uncle
Niece
Nephew
Stepbrother
Stepsister

Parent
Stepparent
Grandchild
Grandparent
Mother-in-law
Father-in-law
Son-in-law
Daughter-in-law
Brother-in-law
Sister-in-law
Fiancé

Required Documentation

The following information is required so that you can purchase a ticket using Bereavement Fares:

Deceased person’s name
Passenger's relationship to the deceased
Name and phone number of funeral home, hospital, or hospice
Name of doctor (if applicable)

Terms & Conditions

Purchase Requirements:
Domestic tickets need to be purchased and travel has to start within three days (seven days for International) of the death or imminent death of the immediate family member. Required documentation is subject to verification.

Rules:

Fares valid for SkyMiles members
Ticketing penalties are waived but additional fares may apply
International tickets are subject to additional restrictions

Changes/Standby:

Changes on the return flight are permitted
Refunds are permitted only on unrestricted bereavement tickets
Standby is not permitted
Same Day Confirmed booking guidelines apply

SkyMiles Upgrades:
Systemwide upgrade certificates and North American upgrades are permitted. SkyMile upgrades are permitted if booked in the appropriate class of service. Mileage upgrades may be used with the exception of award codes D411, and D412. To learn more about these codes and about upgrades in general, see Upgrades.

Availability and Restrictions:
Note that Bereavement Fares are only available on Delta and Delta Connection® flights. Other lower, more restrictive fares may be available here on delta.com. Other restrictions may apply.

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