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Before hanging up, ask for the agent's name, a case or confirmation number, and request the revised itinerary by email while you are still on the line.
Best times to dial
Call centre volume follows a predictable daily curve. Weather disruption distorts it, but on a normal day the pattern below holds. If your issue is not time-critical, shifting your call by a few hours can save a significant wait.
- 12:00 am – 5:00 amShortest waits. Ideal for complex rebookings.
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