Searches like “Call Expedia to make a new reservation” usually come from someone who wants a seat booked without doing everything online. This thread explains how that process works, what to prepare, and what to check before you pay.
Expedia is an online travel agency, not an airline, so the airline’s own rules still apply to your ticket.
What to know first
A reservation is not always the same as a ticket. Many bookings are held for a limited time before they must be paid for, and that deadline can be earlier than you expect.
Step by step
- Ask the agent whether the booking is a hold or a ticketed reservation.
- Get the hold expiry time and time zone in writing.
- Ask what the ticketing deadline is and which payment methods are accepted.
- Confirm the total with all fees before you pay.
- Pay by a method that gives you a receipt and a way to dispute a charge.
- Check that the ticket number arrives by email after payment.
Tips for this kind of booking
- If a hold expires, the fare can rise or sell out, so decide quickly.
- Do not give card details to anyone who contacts you first.
- Save the reservation code and the agent's name for reference.
Questions to ask the agent
- When does this hold expire?
- Is the price guaranteed until ticketing?
- What is the total including all taxes and fees?
Before you pay
Before you pay, get the total in writing, check that every name matches the ID or passport, and keep the confirmation. Use only the phone number shown on the official app or website, and never pay with gift cards or by wire transfer to someone who contacted you first. How To Book A Flight is an independent booking assistance service. It is not affiliated with Expedia, Priceline or any airline.