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Flight cancelled this holiday season? You're entitled to a refund or other accommodation

As the holiday season approaches, thousands of Americans are getting ready to fly. At least some of their flights will be canceled – it happens every year. If you're among those unlucky travelers, you ... Read More

Flight canceled this holiday season? Here’s what to do and how to get a refund

If the airline cancels your flight or makes a significant schedule change, you’re entitled to a full refund, but you must decline any alternative bookings, vouchers or credits (including for ancillary ... Read More

2 critical questions you need to ask when flight is canceled, delayed

Airlines aren't always on the hook when your flight is canceled or delayed. Before you ask for compensation, ask these two questions first. Read More

Traveling soon? Here’s what to do if flight is delayed or canceled

Travel snags are more likely to ramp up ahead of the holiday season as the shutdown drags out and air traffic controllers go unpaid. The good news right now is that this is not a peak travel time, so ... Read More

Flying for Thanksgiving? What to know if something goes wrong

Airlines will typically cover incidentals that result from delayed baggage, and are required to compensate you for the value of lost luggage up to $4,700 for domestic flights, and up to (approximately ... Read More

Can You Get a Refund If Your Flight Is Delayed or Cancelled Because of the Government Shutdown?

Flight disruptions continue to inconvenience travelers amid the record-breaking long government shutdown, which has prompted major airlines to cancel 6% of flights at the country’s biggest airports to ... Read More

Flight delayed this holiday season? You may be entitled to a refund. Here's what to know

With thousands of Americans getting ready to take to the skies for the cold weather holidays, it's a good time to review what you're entitled to if something goes wrong. If your flight is delayed you ... Read More

Aer Lingus withholds a full refund after a flight cancellation. What should I do?

Q: My wife and I were scheduled to fly from Paris to Philadelphia. Aer Lingus canceled the flight due to “operational issues” and told me to request a refund. I paid $5,246 for the tickets, but the ... Read More