What to Know About Refunds After Delays, Cancellations
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Last April, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a rule that requires airlines to automatically provide passengers with cash refunds when they have experienced significant flight
disruptions. The rule went into effect in October. Airlines still will be allowed to offer another flight or a travel credit instead of a refund, but consumers can reject the offer.
Flights may be delayed or canceled due to severe weather, such as the storms that spawned tornadoes, dust storms and wildfires starting on March 14. If you need to claim a refund for your
flight cancellation or delay, keep the following tips in mind. REFUNDS 101 According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Aviation Consumer Protection program, you may have rights if
your travel plans are impacted by a flight delay or cancellation, depending on the reason. The program applies to Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian, JetBlue, Southwest,
Spirit and United airlines.