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American Airlines has recently revamped its flight change policy, eliminating fees on most domestic and international flights. This means that, in most cases, you can change your departure airport without incurring a fee. However, it's important to note that this policy does not apply to international flights originating outside of North and South America, with the exception of basic economy flights from Asia. Additionally, same-day changes to departure airports are not permitted, and any increase in the fare for your new ticket must be paid by you.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Can I change my departure airport? | Yes, you can change your departure or arrival airport, date, or both. |
| How to change | Review and confirm your changes. Check your email for confirmation of your new flight. |
| Conditions | Travel must be completed within 1 year of the original ticket date. A difference in ticket price may apply. Changes for trips that begin in Europe are allowed with a fee (excluding Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania). |
| Same-day changes | Same-day flight change allows you to confirm a seat on a different flight on your day of departure on an American Airlines flight, where eligible seats are available. |
| Same-day standby | Same-day standby allows you to be added to a standby list for an earlier flight on your day of departure, but a seat is not guaranteed. |
| Same-day change/standby eligibility | To be eligible for same-day flight change or same-day standby, you must be an AAdvantage® member and add your number to your reservation. |
| Same-day change/standby availability | Same-day flight change and same-day standby are available for travel within and between the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. |
| Same-day change/standby request | You can request same-day flight changes or same-day standby on aa.com or the American app. |
| Cancellation | You can cancel your trip online or by logging into your AAdvantage® account. You will receive an email with your trip cancellation information. |
| Refund | If you cancel within 24 hours of purchase and at least 2 days before departure, you can get a full refund. Refunds will be issued to the original form of payment. |
| Bag fees | You can pay for bags on aa.com, in the app, or at the airport. Bag fees are non-refundable if you cancel your trip. |
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Same-day flight changes
Yes, you can change your departure airport with American Airlines. You can also change your arrival airport, departure or arrival date, or both. However, travel must be completed within one year of the original ticket date, and a difference in ticket price may apply. Changes for trips that begin in Europe (excluding Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania) are allowed with a fee.
Now, here is the information on "Same-day flight changes":
American Airlines allows same-day flight changes, which means you can confirm a seat on a different flight on your day of departure where eligible seats are available. This applies to travel within and between the US, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. You can request a same-day flight change on the American Airlines website or mobile app, or by calling the airline.
If you want to try for a different flight, same-day standby lets you stand by for an earlier American Airlines flight with the same route on your day of departure. Same-day standby does not guarantee a seat on a flight, but you can request to be added to the standby list on the American Airlines website or mobile app. To be eligible for same-day standby, you must be an AAdvantage member and add your number to your reservation.
If you are standing by for an earlier flight on your departure day, you will remain on your original flight until you are confirmed on the earlier flight. If same-day flight change is not available, you may be able to stand by for an earlier flight with same-day standby.
Please note that you may be charged a service fee for trips ticketed by Reservations offices, airport ticket counters, or travel centers in certain countries or regions. Not all international calls to American Airlines are toll-free, and cell phone rates may be higher than landline rates.
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Trip cancellation
If you cancel your trip within 24 hours of purchase and at least 2 days before departure, you can get a full refund. This 24-hour refund policy applies to all ticket types, but you must cancel the trip to receive a refund. Refunds will be issued to the original form of payment, typically within 7 business days.
If you purchased trip insurance, you may be eligible for a refund if you cancel for an unexpected covered reason. Covered reasons may include a covered illness or injury for you, a family member, or a travel companion, jury duty, or a traffic accident on the way to the airport. Contact your trip insurance provider as soon as possible to inquire about cancellations and refunds.
To cancel your trip with American Airlines, find your trip online or log in to your AAdvantage® account. Click 'Cancel trip' in the menu and confirm the cancellation. You will receive an email with your trip cancellation information. Keep this email if you are issued a travel credit, as it contains the ticket number and confirmation code needed to rebook a future flight.
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Baggage fees
For domestic flights within and between the U.S. (including Hawaii and Alaska), Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, the first checked bag fee is $40 at the airport or $35 if paid for online, and the second checked bag fee is $45. These fees also apply to flights to/from the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and Guyana. Passengers can save $5 on the first checked bag fee by paying online. For flights to Cuba, the first bag fee is $35 for Basic Economy and there is no fee for Main Cabin. The second bag fee is $200 during the peak season (November 16 – January 15) and $150 for the rest of the year.
For passengers travelling to/from Canada, the first checked bag fee is $35 and the second bag fee is $45. For flights to/from Australia or New Zealand, the checked bag allowance is calculated differently.
Passengers with elite status or an American Airlines credit card that offers free checked bags may be exempt from checked bag fees. The first checked bag is free for premium cabin passengers, elite members, and certain credit card holders. Active U.S. military personnel with ID travelling on orders can check up to 5 bags free of charge.
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Check-in process
Yes, you can change your departure airport with American Airlines. You can change your departure or arrival airport, your departure or arrival date, or both. Review and confirm your changes, and then check your email for confirmation of your new flight. Travel must be completed within one year of the original ticket date, and a difference in ticket price may apply.
Now, for the check-in process. American Airlines offers several options for checking in for your flight. You can check in online or via the app starting 24 hours before and up to 45 minutes before your flight (90 minutes for international flights). You can also use curbside check-in if you have an electronic ticket that you can scan from your phone. This option is available up to 45 minutes before your flight within the US, and 60 minutes for flights outside the US.
If you are checking bags, you must check in at the airport. For domestic flights, American Airlines recommends arriving at the airport at least two hours before your flight to allow for check-in and security. If you are using curbside check-in, allow at least 45 extra minutes.
You can choose your seats when you check in. If seats are unavailable, you can check back later or change your seat at check-in. American Airlines withholds some seats until the day of departure to accommodate passenger needs. If you are unable to reserve a seat at the time of booking, you may be able to get one when you check in. Seats may become available closer to the day of departure, so you can check the available seats for your flight on the website.
If you are standing by for an earlier flight on your departure day, you will remain on your original flight until you are confirmed on the earlier flight. To be eligible for a same-day flight change, you must be an AAdvantage member and add your number to your reservation. Same-day standby does not guarantee a seat on a flight but allows you to be added to a waitlist for an earlier flight on your day of departure if seats are available. You can request to be added to the standby list on the American Airlines website or app.
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Ticket refunds
Yes, you can change your departure airport with American Airlines. You can also change your arrival airport, departure or arrival date, or both. You will need to review and confirm these changes, and a difference in ticket price may apply.
Now, here is some information about ticket refunds:
American Airlines offers refunds for tickets cancelled within 24 hours of purchase, provided the ticket was booked at least two days before departure. This 24-hour refund policy applies to all ticket types, but you must cancel the trip to obtain a refund. If you booked through a travel agency or another booking source, contact them directly for your refund. Group bookings do not qualify for the 24-hour refund. Refunds will be issued to the original form of payment.
If you have a refundable ticket that you are not going to use, you can request a refund online, provided you purchased it directly from American Airlines.
For trips originating in Europe (excluding Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania), changes are permitted with a fee. You can cancel your trip by finding your trip online or logging into your AAdvantage® account. After confirming the cancellation, you will receive an email with your trip cancellation information. Keep this email if you are issued a travel credit, as you will need the ticket number and original confirmation code to rebook. Paid seats and bags are non-refundable.
On domestic (US) itineraries, the Security Service Fee is refundable ($5.60 one-way, $11.20 round trip). All refund requests must be submitted while the ticket is valid—within one year of the ticket issue date. Expired tickets will not be refunded.
If you believe you have been overcharged, you can request a refund, although service fees are non-refundable. Taxes or fees not imposed by the airline that are specific to destinations can be refunded upon written request. However, taxes and fees will not be refunded if American Airlines has an obligation to pay regardless of travel.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can change your departure or arrival airport, date, or both. However, this does not apply to trips that begin in Europe (excluding Finland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania), where changes are allowed but with a fee.
You can change your trip on the American Airlines website or through the American app.
If you cancel your trip within 24 hours of purchasing your ticket and at least 2 days before departure, you can get a full refund. If you have a refundable ticket, you can change or cancel your flight without a fee.
Yes, you can request a same-day flight change or same-day standby on the American Airlines website or app. Same-day standby allows you to fly on an earlier flight on your day of departure if seats are available, but it does not guarantee a seat.
There may be a service fee for trips ticketed by Reservations offices, airport ticket counters, or travel centers in certain countries or regions. Additionally, there may be a difference in ticket price when changing your departure airport.
