Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Log in to aa.com and go to 'My Trips'
2
Select your booking and click 'Change Flight'
3
Enter your new preferred travel dates or destination
4
Review available flights and select your new itinerary
5
Pay any fare difference (if the new fare is higher)
6
Confirm your new flight details
7
Receive an updated booking confirmation via email
Requirements & Eligibility
- Basic Economy tickets cannot be changed or exchanged
- Changes must be made before scheduled departure
- Fare difference applies if new fare is higher
- No fee for changes on most domestic and short-haul routes
- Award tickets may incur a miles differential or fee
Frequently Asked Questions
American has eliminated change fees for most fare types (excluding Basic Economy) on domestic and short-haul international routes. International long-haul routes may still have fees.
If the new flight is cheaper, you may receive a trip credit for the fare difference.
Yes, you can change individual segments. Fare difference and eligibility rules apply to the changed segment.
Yes, you can change your destination but fare differences will apply. Significant route changes may be subject to different terms.
For a $75 fee, you can move to a different flight on the same day of travel to the same destination, guaranteed confirmed seating.
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