American Airline Date Change

American Airlines offers the option to change the date of your flight, though the flexibility and costs associated with the change depend on several factors, such as the type of ticket purchased, fare rules, and whether any changes are made within a certain time frame. Here’s a summary of the American Airlines Date Change policy: 1. Change Fee Policy Standard Tickets: For most non-Basic Economy fares, American Airlines charges a change fee to alter the date of your flight. The fee varies depending on the route and ticket type. Basic Economy Tickets: These tickets are the most restrictive and generally do not allow date changes. If you need to change the date for a Basic Economy ticket, you’ll likely need to cancel the original booking and purchase a new one. 2. Refundable vs. Non-Refundable Tickets Refundable Tickets: If you purchased a refundable ticket, you can change the date without incurring a change fee. Any price difference between the original and new flights would still apply. Non-Refundable Tickets: Non-refundable tickets are subject to change fees. If the new flight is more expensive, you will need to pay the fare difference in addition to the change fee. 3. No Change Fee Policy (Occasional Waivers) American Airlines sometimes offers no change fee waivers during special promotions or when major disruptions (like weather issues or global events) affect travel plans. If the airline changes your flight, you may also be eligible to change your travel date without paying a fee. 4. Flexible Fare Options Main Cabin and higher fares offer more flexibility for changing dates compared to Basic Economy. Passengers can often make changes without penalty, especially with certain tickets or within specific fare classes. AAdvantage Elite Members may also enjoy greater flexibility in making date changes without fees. 5. Process to Change the Date You can change your flight’s date online via American Airlines’ website or mobile app, or by calling the airline's customer service center. The change must be made at least 2 hours before departure (for most flights). Fare Differences: If you change to a more expensive flight, you'll need to pay the difference in fare. If the new flight is cheaper, you may receive a refund for the price difference, minus any change fees.