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Flight Credit instead of refund

Southie
Explorer C

Is it possible to receive a flight credit in lieu of a refund?  I booked an anytime ticket and it is not cheaper but instead of receiving a refund to my credit card, is it possible to receive a flight credit instead?

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Re: Flight Credit instead of refund

floridaguy
Aviator C

I believe that you will get a refund due to the standard procedure.  However, you can always book another flight with the refund, cancel it, then retain the flight credit if you choose a lesser accommodation.

Re: Flight Credit instead of refund

ZevSupport
Frequent Flyer A

Airline aside, isn't cash better than a credit? 


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Re: Flight Credit instead of refund

DancingDavidE
Aviator A

@Southie wrote:

Is it possible to receive a flight credit in lieu of a refund?  I booked an anytime ticket and it is not cheaper but instead of receiving a refund to my credit card, is it possible to receive a flight credit instead?


When you go to cancel the ticket you should get a choice for refund or travel credit.

 

I'm not sure what scenario would make the travel credit better but that wasn't your question.

 

 

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