What happens if you cancel a Wanna Get Away flight?

Wanna Get Away® and Wanna Get Away Plus® tickets are non-refundable. The value of the ticket will be converted to a flight credit or Transferable Flight Credit™(depending on the fare) that you can use to buy a future flight.



If you cancel a Southwest Wanna Get Away (or Wanna Get Away Plus) flight in 2026, you will not receive a refund to your original form of payment, but you will receive 100% of the ticket value as a Flight Credit. One of the most significant benefits of Southwest is that they do not charge any "cancellation fees." To receive the credit, you must cancel your flight at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure; otherwise, the funds are forfeited. The credit for a standard Wanna Get Away fare is non-transferable and can only be used by the person whose name was on the original ticket. However, if you booked a Wanna Get Away Plus fare, you receive a Transferable Flight Credit, allowing you to give that credit to someone else (who must be a Rapid Rewards member). In 2026, Southwest flight credits no longer expire, meaning you can hold onto that value indefinitely until you are ready to book another trip. This flexibility makes Southwest one of the most consumer-friendly airlines for those whose plans might change at the last minute.

People Also Ask

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

Covered reasons for Trip Cancellation
  • Medical reasons (unforeseen ailment, injury or death in the family)
  • Inclement weather or natural disasters (tropical storms, hurricanes, etc.)
  • Terrorist attack (in or around where you're planning to visit)
  • Financial default (of a carrier)
  • Involuntary layoff or termination.


MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

How Do I Know My Flight Is Refundable?
  1. Check if the refundable filter is applied on the flight page.
  2. Low fare denote non-refundable tickets and high fare denote refundable tickets.
  3. Contact customer care of the airlines at 1-802-341-3403.
  4. Ask for details from the travel agent who is booking your flight ticket.


MORE DETAILS

Wanna Get Away® and Wanna Get Away Plus® tickets are non-refundable. The value of the ticket will be converted to a flight credit or Transferable Flight Credit™(depending on the fare) that you can use to buy a future flight.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

Basic Economy Tickets Tickets purchased directly from Delta, including Basic Economy fares, are included in our 24-Hour Risk-Free Cancellation policy.

MORE DETAILS

The Department of Transportation's 24-hour refund regulation states that all airlines flying in the U.S., even international carriers, must issue a full refund if the reservation is canceled within a one-day window of booking.

MORE DETAILS

In this process, you do not cancel the ticket, but you cannot reach the airport at the time of the flight, and as a result, you miss the flight. You have to inform the airlines within 24 hours of becoming a no-show passenger.

MORE DETAILS

Anytime fares Refundable, as long as you cancel your reservation at least ten (10) minutes prior to the scheduled departure of your flight. If you cancel, you're eligible to receive 100% of your ticket value as a refund to your original form of payment.

MORE DETAILS

According to the trend of travelers using the airline's services, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday are the cheapest days to fly Southwest Airlines. Even though the airline is a low-cost carrier with flights to over 100 locations, experienced travelers nevertheless utilize various tactics to save even more money.

MORE DETAILS

Overselling a flight can occur because of weight restrictions and aircraft type changes. We don't overbook as part of our philosophy of Customer-friendly policies. Will I be compensated for an oversold flight? When appropriate, we'll offer compensation when a flight is in an oversale situation.

MORE DETAILS