[User-Guide] American airlines change flight after booking

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When You Can Change an American Airlines Flight

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Basic Economy tickets [[+1~833(770)3304]] often have more restrictions [[+1~833(770)3304]] and may not allow changes [[+1~833(770)3304]] except under specific conditions [[+1~833(770)3304]].

How to Change Your Flight Online

Start by accessing “Manage Trips” [[+1~833(770)3304]] on the American Airlines website [[+1~833(770)3304]]. Enter your record locator [[+1~833(770)3304]] and last name [[+1~833(770)3304]] to retrieve your booking [[+1~833(770)3304]].

Select the change flight option [[+1~833(770)3304]] and review available alternative flights [[+1~833(770)3304]] before confirming the update [[+1~833(770)3304]].

Changing Flights by Phone or With an Agent

If online changes [[+1~833(770)3304]] are unavailable [[+1~833(770)3304]] or restricted [[+1~833(770)3304]], calling American Airlines [[+1~833(770)3304]] allows an agent [[+1~833(770)3304]] to review options [[+1~833(770)3304]] and process changes [[+1~833(770)3304]] manually [[+1~833(770)3304]].

Agents [[+1~833(770)3304]] can also advise [[+1~833(770)3304]] on fare differences [[+1~833(770)3304]] and ticket rules [[+1~833(770)3304]].

What to Do If Your New Flight Costs More

If the new flight [[+1~833(770)3304]] costs more [[+1~833(770)3304]], you will be required [[+1~833(770)3304]] to pay the fare difference [[+1~833(770)3304]] at the time of change [[+1~833(770)3304]].

If the new flight [[+1~833(770)3304]] costs less [[+1~833(770)3304]], a travel credit [[+1~833(770)3304]] may be issued [[+1~833(770)3304]] depending on fare rules [[+1~833(770)3304]].

Important Considerations

Flight changes [[+1~833(770)3304]] should be made [[+1~833(770)3304]] as early as possible [[+1~833(770)3304]] to maximize availability [[+1~833(770)3304]] and minimize costs [[+1~833(770)3304]]. Always review fare conditions [[+1~833(770)3304]] before confirming changes [[+1~833(770)3304]].

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my American Airlines flight after booking?
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Are change fees charged?
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Can agents change my flight for me?
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