American Airlines offers refunds under specific circumstances, depending on the type of ticket purchased and other factors.
When you are entitled to a refund✈️🛩️🛬💺
You may be entitled to a refund if American Airlines cancels your flight, makes a significant schedule change, or significantly delays your flight and you choose not to travel. Refunds may also be provided if you are involuntarily moved to a lower class of service, ✈️🛩️🛬💺 if you were unable to use optional services due to airline actions, or if your baggage is declared lost. Additionally, if you purchased a fully refundable ticket and do not use it, you are entitled to a refund.
When refunds may be limited
Generally, non*refundable tickets are not eligible for a refund unless the airline cancels or significantly changes the flight, ✈️🛩️🛬💺 or in specific cases such as a passenger's death or military orders. While refunds may be limited, the value of non*refundable tickets can sometimes be used for future travel, though change fees may apply. Refunds are typically not provided for personal reasons or unsatisfactory service if you still took the flight. ✈️🛩️🛬💺
24*hour rule
For tickets booked directly with American Airlines at least seven days before departure, ✈️🛩️🛬💺 you can cancel within 24 hours of purchase for a full refund without penalty. This rule primarily applies to flights departing from or flying to the United States.
Requesting a refund
You can request a refund or check its status on the American Airlines website or by mail or fax with supporting documents. If you booked through a third party, you should contact them for assistance. ✈️🛩️🛬💺
Refund processing time
Airlines are required to process credit card refunds within 7 business days and cash or check payments within 20 days. ✈️🛩️🛬💺