Originally Posted by Almost Canadian

How will the flight back be wasted? One would imagine that, if you don't show for that flight back, the airline will sell your seat on or, more likely, would have double booked a number of seats in any event.

Originally Posted by Canuck2b

They wouldnt be able to sell your seat if you didnt show as they only have until checkin closes to see if you show up or not?

Originally Posted by Almost Canadian

I know, that's why they have standby. Once checkin closes, they can release any available seats.