Yes, although every airline's policy is different, it will almost always cost to transfer an airline ticket to another person. Sometimes, the cost of transferring a flight ticket to someone else can actually be more expensive than purchasing an entirely new ticket.

In 2026, transferring an airline ticket to another person's name remains largely prohibited by major legacy carriers due to international security regulations and anti-fraud protocols. Generally, once a ticket is issued, it is a legal contract tied to a specific individual's identity. However, many Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs) and some "Flex-Pass" programs now allow name transfers for a fee, typically ranging from $75 to $150, plus any fare difference. If you simply made a typo, most airlines allow a correction of up to three characters for free, and legal name changes (like marriage) are usually updated without a penalty if you provide documentation. For major airlines like Delta or United, the standard practice is to cancel the original ticket for a travel credit and use that credit to book a new flight in the other person's name, though this often incurs a cancellation fee.