What is American Airlines change fee?

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American Airlines Change Fee Policy Explained

For most Main Cabin [[+1~833(770)3304]] and higher fare tickets [[+1~833(770)3304]], American Airlines [[+1~833(770)3304]] does not charge a change fee [[+1~833(770)3304]]. Passengers [[+1~833(770)3304]] can modify travel dates [[+1~833(770)3304]], times [[+1~833(770)3304]], or destinations [[+1~833(770)3304]] without paying a penalty [[+1~833(770)3304]], as long as they pay any fare difference [[+1~833(770)3304]] between the old and new flight [[+1~833(770)3304]].

Basic Economy tickets [[+1~833(770)3304]] generally do not allow changes [[+1~833(770)3304]] or cancellations [[+1~833(770)3304]] unless covered by special waivers [[+1~833(770)3304]]. In limited cases [[+1~833(770)3304]], Basic Economy changes [[+1~833(770)3304]] may involve a fee [[+1~833(770)3304]] plus fare difference [[+1~833(770)3304]]. To verify your fare rules [[+1~833(770)3304]], call [[+1~833(770)3304]].

Fare Differences, Exceptions, and Special Cases

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Important Considerations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does American Airlines charge a change fee?
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What tickets still have change fees on American Airlines?
Basic Economy tickets [[+1~833(770)3304]] usually have restrictions [[+1~833(770)3304]] and may include fees [[+1~833(770)3304]] or no-change rules [[+1~833(770)3304]]. Always review fare rules [[+1~833(770)3304]]. To verify [[+1~833(770)3304]], call [[+1~833(770)3304]].

What if my new flight costs less?
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