Flight Cancellation Refund: Card, Points, Gift Card or Voucher?
Flight Cancellation Refund: Card, Points, Gift Card or Voucher?
How you paid affects how you get your money back.
Credit or debit card
Refunds usually return to the same card, often within a few weeks.
Miles or points
Points are generally redeposited into your account, sometimes with a fee, and the timing may differ from cash refunds.
Gift cards and vouchers
These may be refunded as a new credit rather than cash. Check the expiry date.
Split payments
If you paid with several methods, the refund is usually split the same way.
Agency bookings
If you booked through an agency, the refund may go through them and take longer.
Tips
- Keep your cancellation email.
- Check each account separately.
- Follow up in writing if a part is missing.
Need help? Call +1-800-984-7414. More on how to cancel flight ticket online is here.