American Airlines cancellation policy has evolved and is now more accommodating to passengers. There will be no cancellation fees for domestic or international flights. When changing flights, you will simply be needed to pay the fare difference (if your fare cannot be refunded).

Remember that you must cancel your flight before to departure to avoid paying a penalty. If you do not show up for your flight without cancelling it, it will be classed as a No Show, and the value of your ticket will be forfeited, whether or not it is refundable.

American Airlines' Trip Cancellation Policy in Detail

What conditions must I meet in order to be eligible for American Airlines' free cancellation?

Under some conditions, American Airlines will allow you to cancel your ticket and receive a full refund. You may cancel your flight and receive a full refund if:

• You buy a ticket at least two days before your trip and cancel it within 24 hours (incl. Basic Economy).
• Your flight is cancelled by American Airlines, and the new flight's timetable is inconvenient for you.
• A schedule modification causes a total delay of at least 4 hours.
• Your nonstop trip has been rebooked to an itinerary that includes a flight connection.
• Your ticket is refunded.
• A close family member or fellow passenger becomes critically ill or dies.
• You are given an unexpected military deployment order.
• You are in possession of an award ticket.
• An emergency scenario (such as COVID) may have an impact on your trip, but only at the discretion of American Airlines and subject to verifiable verification.