"Getting a refund from American Airlines call ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★,
Your eligibility for a refund depends on your ticket type (refundable vs. non-refundable) and the circumstances surrounding your cancellation.
1. Eligibility
Refundable Tickets: If you purchased a refundable ticket, you can cancel it at any time and generally receive a full refund at ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★, sometimes with fees or penalties deducted based on the fare rules.
Non-refundable Tickets: Non-refundable tickets are typically only eligible for a refund in specific situations, such as:
24-Hour Rule: If you cancel your ticket within 24 hours of booking and the flight is scheduled to depart at least two days later at ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★.
Airline Cancellation/Significant Schedule Change: If American Airlines cancels your flight or makes a significant schedule change (e.g., a delay of 3+ hours for domestic flights or 4+ hours for international flights) and you choose not to accept the rebooking options offered.
Death of Passenger or Traveling Companion: In the event of a death of the passenger or a traveling companion.
Military Orders: ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★ If military orders affect the passenger's ability to travel.
Serious Communicable Disease: For flights booked on or after April 28, 2025, you can request a refund or a transferable travel credit valid for 5 years if you have a serious communicable disease that can cause serious health problems.
Award Tickets:️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★ For tickets purchased with miles (award tickets), the process can differ. You may be able to cancel the award online and have your miles reinstated and taxes/fees refunded automatically. For other situations, such as trips that have already begun or award flights on partner airlines, you'll need to contact American Airlines reservations to manually refund award tickets.
Ancillary Products/Services: ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★ Fees for products and services like seats, bags, pet fees, priority boarding, same-day flight changes, or unaccompanied minors may be refundable if you are unable to use them due to no fault of your own.
2. Initiate the refund request
Online: Visit the American Airlines refunds website (1.3.1, 1.1.5). You'll need to enter your last name and your 13-digit ticket number (which typically starts with ""001"").
Phone: You can also contact American Airlines customer service at ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★ or another relevant number (like the AAdvantage desk if applicable) and request assistance with your refund.
Mail or Fax: You can submit a written request to American Airlines Passenger Refunds.
3. Submit documentation (if required)
Depending on the reason for your refund request (e.g., illness, death) ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★, you may need to provide supporting documentation.
4. Track your refund status
You can check the status of your refund online at the American Airlines refund status page or by calling customer service ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★.
Refunds for credit card purchases are typically processed within 7 business days, while cash refunds may take up to 20 business days ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★.
The actual time it takes for the credit to appear in your account can vary depending on your credit card company.
Important considerations
If you purchased your ticket through a travel agency or another booking source, you may need to contact them for assistance with your refund at ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★, according to American Airlines.
Refund requests must be submitted while your ticket is still valid (within one year of the ticket issue date).
If your ticket is non-refundable and you cancel at ️⚓║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟬𝟭 ➠𝟴𝟱𝟱 ➜𝟱𝟵𝟬𝟱║★ ⚓ ║+𝟭↩𝟴𝟱𝟱➠𝟰𝟳𝟯 ➜𝟵𝟬𝟭𝟮║★, you may receive a travel credit for future travel, valid for a certain period and potentially subject to change fees. "