Can I transfer a flight credit to someone else?

Normally, a future flight credit is non-transferrable and therefore must be used by the same traveler it was issued to.



Whether a flight credit is transferable in 2026 depends entirely on the airline's specific fare rules. Most legacy carriers, such as Delta, United, and American Airlines, typically issue credits that are non-transferable, meaning only the original passenger can use the funds. However, Southwest Airlines is a notable exception with its "Transferable Flight Credit," which allows passengers on certain fares (like Wanna Get Away Plus) to move their credit to another Rapid Rewards member once. Some low-cost carriers (LCCs) may allow you to "change the name" on a ticket for a significant fee (often $75–$150), effectively transferring the value to someone else. Always check your "Fare Rules" in the booking confirmation, as "Basic Economy" credits are almost universally locked to the original traveler.

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Normally, a future flight credit is non-transferrable and therefore must be used by the same traveler it was issued to.

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You can get a full flight ticket refund only if you booked a refundable ticket. However, airline ticket refund rules vary from airline to airline. Thus, it is better to refer to the airline's website or contact it directly for possible airfare reimbursement.

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So the airline has offered you a voucher, which is perfectly legal, but you'd rather just have the cash. You'll need to proactively ask your airline for a cash refund in writing. The same goes for if you've booked through an online travel agency like Expedia. They are also covered under DoT rules.

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Trip credits: Trip credits are issued as refunds and remaining value from flight credits. Trip credits can be used on domestic or international paid flights originating in the U.S. and expire within one year from the date of issue. Flight credits: Flight credits are provided for unused or canceled tickets.

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In order to receive a flight credit, you have to cancel your flight before the departure of the first segment of your itinerary. If you don't cancel before the flight departs, you forfeit the total value of the ticket. Flight credits can only be used by the passenger who is named on the original ticket.

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Airlines are required by the U.S. Department of Transportation to refund your money if you cancel a flight within 24 hours of booking unless they offer a free 24-hour hold option when shopping for tickets.

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Non-refundable tickets cannot be returned for a refund. However, if you cannot use your ticket, you may be able to apply its value toward a future flight. The airline may charge additional fees for changes made to a non-refundable ticket.

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If you know you can't make a scheduled flight, it's better to cancel your flight rather than be a no-show. If you cancel, you might receive a partial or whole credit for the fare purchased, to be applied to a future flight.

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Every major U.S. airline (except Southwest Airlines) typically charges penalty fees to change or cancel an economy fare flight. The fees, however, can vary from as low as $75 on a domestic flight to more than $400 on an international flight.

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The 24 Hour Cancellation Rule
Many airlines offer a 24-hour cooling-off period as a customer service policy, allowing you to cancel your flight, incurring no fees if you change your mind or otherwise need to cancel within 24 hours of booking. This policy typically applies to both refundable and non-refundable tickets.

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When Can You Transfer a Plane Ticket to Someone Else? To transfer your plane ticket, you're required to cancel the original ticket and pay the cancelation fee and the ticket issued for the same location will be rebooked. You can make such changes when the booking is done in advance.

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Currently, the tickets are non-transferable, hence, name changes on a confirmed reservation are not permissible. You will need to cancel your ticket and book a new ticket with the new passenger's name. Cancellation charges, if any, will be applicable accordingly.

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If you have booked a flight with any airline and your plans have been postponed, then the best option you have is to reschedule your flight. If you do it within 24 hours of purchasing the ticket, you can reschedule flight for free, and no charges will be applied.

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Generally, if you are on an internal flight, once you land for your stopover, you will pass through the transfer area that will take you to the gate for your next flight where check-in is not required. Your bags will be passed on to the next flight without you having to pick them.

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