How to Cancel an American Airlines Flight
Canceling a flight with
American Airlines is
simple and can be done
online or via customer
service. Follow this
comprehensive guide to
navigate the process
smoothly:
Steps to Cancel Online
Log in to Your Account
○
Visit
https://flightfaregui
de.com/cancel-am
erican-airlines-fligh
t-online/ and sign
in using your
AAdvantage
credentials. If you
booked as a guest,
use your booking
reference and last
name to access
your reservation.
Go to “My Trips”
○
Navigate to
the "My
Trips"
section,
where all
your
reservations
are
displayed.
Locate the
flight you
want to
cancel.
Refund Eligibility
Select “Cancel Trip”
○
Click on the
"Cancel
Trip" option
and follow
the
on-screen
instructions
to finalize
the
cancellation.
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Your ticket type determines your
refund or flight credit eligibility:
■
Refundable Tickets:
Receive a full refund to
your original payment
method.
■
Non-Refundable
Tickets: Typically not
eligible for a refund but
may qualify for flight
credit for future travel.
■
Basic Economy
Tickets: Non-refundable
and non-changeable
unless a waiver is in
place.
Important Policies to Know
●
24-Hour Rule
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Tickets canceled within 24
hours of booking are eligible
for a full refund if purchased at
least two days before
departure. This rule applies to
all fare types, including Basic
Economy.
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Cancellation Fees
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Most non-refundable tickets
may incur fees unless waived
during a special policy period.
Refundable tickets and certain
elite-status members are
exempt from penalties.
●
Weather Waivers
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If severe weather affects your
travel plans, American Airlines
may waive cancellation fees or
provide rebooking options at
no cost.
Canceling by Phone
If you prefer personal assistance, contact American Airlines’
customer service at 1-800-433-7300. Be prepared with your booking
reference and personal details for faster service.
Using Flight Credits
For canceled non-refundable tickets, American
Airlines issues flight credits for future travel.
These credits must be redeemed within one
year of the original booking date.
Exceptions for Special Cases
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Medical Emergencies: In certain cases, proof of a medical emergency can lead to waived
fees or refunds.
Military Personnel: Active-duty military members often receive special consideration for
cancellations or changes.