Canceled flight Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

Canceled flight Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

Question 1:

What happens when my flight is canceled?

Answer:       

Most airlines will rebook you for free on their next flight to your destination as long as the flight has available seats or refund you back if you change your mind including a refund of any bag fee or any extra charges you may have paid.

Question 2:

What if my flight is canceled and I decide to cancel my trip, will the airline refund me?

Answer:       

If you choose to cancel your trip as a result of the delay, you are entitled to a refund for the unused paid flight.

Question 3:    

What if it’s a non – refundable flight?

Answer:     

There is also a refund for non-refundable tickets, you are also entitled to a refund for any bag fee that you paid and any extra charges.

Question 4:    

My flight is canceled and am offered a voucher, what should I do?

Answer:    

If the airline offers you a voucher for future travel instead of a refund, you should ask the airline about any restrictions that may apply, such as expiration dates, time limits, advanced booking requirements, and limits on the number of seats.

Question 5:    

If my flight is canceled, can my airline put me on another airline’s flight?

Answer:    

Most airlines are not required to put you on another airline’s flight but some can, you can call your agent or politely ask your airline if it will transfer your ticket to another airline that has a flight with available seats. Be aware that finding available seats on another airline’s flight may be difficult, especially during holidays and other peak travel times.

Question 6:    

If my flight is canceled, is the airline required to provide me with a hotel room, cab fare, a food voucher, or reimbursement for any other non-airline ticket costs associated with my trip?

Answer:    

Airlines are not required to provide passengers with a hotel room, cab fare, food voucher or other compensation for costs that fall outside of the canceled airline ticket and fees.

Question 7:    

Is an airline required to reimburse me for expenses if it cancels my flight and I am forced to miss my cruise, honeymoon, wedding, concert, or other activity?

Answer:    

Airlines are not required to reimburse you for any trip costs affected by the canceled flight, such as a prepaid hotel room, a cruise, a vacation, concert or other tickets, or lost wages.