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The Connexxus Travel program offers discounted air, hotel, and car rental rates, for UCSD business travelers. See specifics on:
To book travel, follow the instructions on the Connexxus Travel Program page.
Airfare
These airlines offer special pricing through Connexxus:
- American: Refundable Fares (PDF)
- Virgin: Refundable fares and 5% off domestic flights
Note: Prices on refundable fares are only available when booking with BCD/ Balboa online, or by calling a Balboa or UC Travel Center agent.
See guidelines for Purchasing Airfare for UCSD Business Travel.
Hotel
These hotel chains offer discounted rates through Connexxus:
- Marriott Hotels: 15% off (limited to participating properties)
- Starwood Hotels: 20% off (includes Sheraton, Four Points, Westin, and W Hotel)
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Enroll in Starwood’s preferred guest program to receive the discount.
- Wyndham Hotel Group: 15% off (includes Ramada, Days Inn, and Travelodge)
See guidelines for Meals, Lodging, and Per Diem.
Rental car
The following car rental agencies offer insurance coverage and up to 15% off prior UC agreements when booked through Connexxus:
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- National
See guidelines for Renting a Car for UCSD Business Travel.
Note: UC employees and students are prohibited from renting 15-passenger vans from rental car agencies for university business travel due to safety concerns.
Rail services
Save 15% off best available rail fares for select California rail services.
Log on to Connexxus and select Amtrak under Partner Programs to learn routes, requirements, and conditions.
See detailed information on Connexxus discounts in the full UC agreements (limited access).
Average savings
See average savings when using Connexxus for travel bookings:
| Bookings |
Average industry price* |
Average Connexxus price |
Average savings with Connexxus |
| Domestic airfare ticket |
$498 |
$327 |
$171 (34%) |
| International airfare ticket |
$1,992 |
$1,187 |
$805 (40%) |
| Hotel rate (daily) |
$163 |
$144 |
$19 (11%) |
| Rental car rate (daily) |
$49 |
$36 |
$13 (26%) |
* Based on Runtzheimer 2008 Travel Industry Averages
Additional resources: See industry comparisons for saving costs.
Questions? Contact UCSD Travel or an individual Travel Team member.
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