American Airlines' flight cancellation policy is based on several factors, including the type of ticket you purchased, when you cancel, and whether the flight is refundable. ✈️🛩️🛬💺
Here's a breakdown:

1. 24*hour rule
If you cancel a flight booked directly with American Airlines within 24 hours of purchase, and you booked at least 2 days before departure,✈️🛩️🛬💺 you are eligible for a full refund.

This rule is mandated by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) for flights to or from the US booked directly with the airline.

2. After the 24*hour window
Refundable tickets: Generally allow cancellation for a full refund without fees.✈️🛩️🛬💺
Non*refundable tickets:
Typically incur a cancellation fee, the standard being up to $200 for domestic flights, and potentially higher for international flights, according to customerserviceehelpcenter01.zohodesk.com.✈️🛩️🛬💺
American Airlines has waived change and cancellation fees for most domestic and short*haul international flights in Main Cabin and above.
Basic Economy fares are more restrictive and generally do not allow for cancellations or changes after the 24*hour window.
3. Award tickets (booked with AAdvantage miles)
You can cancel award tickets at any time on aa.com.✈️🛩️🛬💺
American Airlines will reinstate your miles and refund eligible taxes and fees at no charge, provided you cancel before the first flight departs and within one year of the ticket purchase date. ✈️🛩️🛬💺
4. Flight cancellations by American Airlines
If American Airlines cancels your flight (regardless of the reason), you are entitled to a full refund, even if you purchased a non*refundable ticket.
You may also be offered travel credit for future bookings. ✈️🛩️🛬💺
5. Other important points
Changes to non*refundable tickets may be possible, but often incur a difference in fare.
Same*day flight changes and standby: American Airlines may allow same*day confirmed changes on select flights for a fee, and AAdvantage® members may be able to stand by for a flight at no charge.✈️🛩️🛬💺
Bookings through third parties: If you booked your ticket through a travel agency or another booking source, you need to contact them directly regarding cancellations and changes.
How to cancel an American Airlines flight✈️🛩️🛬💺
Directly on aa.com: Go to the "Your Trips" section, find your reservation, and follow the prompts to cancel your trip.
Contact customer service: You can call American Airlines' customer service number for assistance.✈️🛩️🛬💺
For bookings through a travel agency or other source: Contact the booking source directly.
Remember to review the specific fare rules of your ticket before making any changes or cancellations.