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ITA Airways upgrades
ITA Airways offers an upgrade program: eligible passengers can place a bid to upgrade to a premium cabin (such as Premium Economy or Business), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
Check your ITA Airways upgrade eligibility
See if your booking can be upgraded — enter your booking reference and last name in a secure form, right in the chat. Your details are never shared with the assistant.
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Offer an amount within a set range to upgrade to a higher cabin or cabin category. You're only charged if your bid is accepted — if it loses, there's no charge.
- How to upgrade
- Visit ITA Airways's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.ita-airways.com/en_ca/fly-ita/travel-classes/get-an-upgrade/with-offer.html
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From ITA Airways's own upgrade pages
“Upgrade with an offer Make an offer for the higher travel class you wish to fly in, enter your payment method, and if your offer is successful, enjoy a unique experience at a price you choose. Remember, the higher your offer, the greater your chances of flying in the class of your choice! How to cla…”
Source: ita-airways.com · checked Sep 21, 2026
“ting from Fiumicino and Linate; and up to 8 hours before departure for all other flights. 05 If the offer is accepted, the amount will be charged to your credit card; your current ticket will remain valid. 06 At check-in, you will receive the boarding pass for Premium Economy Class or Business Class…”
Source: ita-airways.com · checked Sep 21, 2026
Frequently asked
Does ITA Airways offer upgrades?
ITA Airways offers an upgrade program: eligible passengers can place a bid to upgrade to a premium cabin (such as Premium Economy or Business), and are only charged if the bid is accepted. Availability depends on fare/cabin type, route, and timing.
What upgrade options does ITA Airways offer?
ITA Airways offers Bid Upgrade.
How does ITA Airways's bid (offer) upgrade work?
You name an amount — within a range shown for your booking — to move up to a higher cabin. It's an offer, not a fixed price: you're only charged if ITA Airways accepts it. If your offer isn't accepted you pay nothing and keep your original seat.
How do I check if my ITA Airways booking can be upgraded?
Check your specific booking with Upgrade Agent: enter your booking reference and last name and you'll see the upgrade options and price ranges available on your flights — you don't need to dig through ITA Airways's website. Visit ITA Airways's official upgrade page and enter your booking reference and last name to see available upgrade offers: https://www.ita-airways.com/en_ca/fly-ita/travel-classes/get-an-upgrade/with-offer.html
Who is eligible for a ITA Airways upgrade?
Eligibility depends on your fare type, route, and how close to departure you are — not every fare or flight qualifies, and offers usually open within a window before departure. The reliable way to know is to check your specific booking rather than assume.
When am I charged for a ITA Airways upgrade?
Only if your offer is accepted. With bid upgrades the charge happens when the upgrade is confirmed — typically in the days before departure. If your offer isn't accepted, there's no charge.
How will I know if my ITA Airways upgrade offer was accepted?
ITA Airways notifies you — usually by email — if your offer is accepted, typically shortly before departure. Until then your original booking stands, and you can review your offer's status where you submitted it.
Can I change or cancel my ITA Airways upgrade offer?
A pending offer can usually be changed or cancelled any time before it's accepted, from the page where you submitted it. Once an offer is accepted and charged, the upgrade is confirmed.
How much does a ITA Airways upgrade cost?
There's no fixed price — you offer within a range shown for your booking, which varies by route, cabin, and demand. You choose where in that range to bid; higher offers can have a better chance of being accepted, though the exact acceptance formula isn't published.
Can I use Volare points or miles for a ITA Airways upgrade?
ITA Airways's loyalty program is Volare. Depending on the route and the offer shown on your booking, upgrades may be payable with points/miles as well as cash — the options available appear when you check your specific booking.
Can I change or cancel my ITA Airways upgrade bid after submitting it?
Yes — an ITA Airways upgrade bid can be changed or cancelled any time until ITA Airways makes its decision. Once a bid is accepted it's final and your card is charged. To update or withdraw it, use ITA Airways's Manage My Booking / offer page, or check your booking here (booking ••••••e + last name) and I can help you modify or cancel it.
When is my card charged for a ITA Airways upgrade bid?
Only if your bid is accepted. Submitting an ITA Airways upgrade bid authorizes your card for the bid amount, but nothing is charged unless ITA Airways accepts it — if the bid is declined or expires, the authorization is released and you pay nothing, keeping your original cabin. If it's accepted, the card you provided is charged the amount you offered and your upgrade is confirmed.
When will I find out if my ITA Airways upgrade bid was accepted?
ITA Airways decides upgrade bids before your flight — often close to departure, once the operator knows how much cabin space is left. You'll be notified by email either way at the address on your offer. You don't need to keep checking, but you can see your bid's current status any time by checking your booking here (booking ••••••e + last name) or on ITA Airways's Manage My Booking page.