+1(855) 535-3268 What is the Cancel Rate for United Airlines?

United Airlines got the second position in on-time arrival performance among North American airlines in December 2024 according to Cirium, a respected data and analytics company that specializes in the aviation industry. 80.12% of flights arrived on time making the cancel rate for United Airlines among the best in North America. Delays are not common on United and cancellation of flights is rate. But, in case your travel plans are tentative, you may want to know how to cancel a flight. Our TicketsChanges blog will offer details on how the airline allows you to cancel flights.

Does United Airlines offer Cancellation?
You may be able to cancel a flight if you booked the flight in the past 24 hours and the flight is still 7 or more days away. Outside this flexible 24-hour cancellation, the fare conditions of the ticket you purchased will be taken into account. Basic Economy tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable. When the travel plans change, you will have to cancel a Basic Economy ticket and do a rebooking. Here are some scenarios when the airline will allow you to cancel flight on United Airlines and request a refund.

For schedule changes - If you prove that the flight does not serve your purpose, the airline will provide a full refund. A reimbursement request can be made using an online proforma.
For flight cancellation - The airline will try to rebook on another flight. You can ask for a refund if you do not want to be rebooked.
If the delay is more than 30 minutes, you can book on another United flight for free. But the flight must be departing within 24 hours of the delayed flight from the same airport. The airline can be reached at +1-800-864-8331 to learn what you can do when there is a delay. Our TicketsChanges executives available at +1(855) 535-3268 can also assist you with rebooking a flight.

How much is the Cancellation fee on United Airlines?
United Airlines will not charge a cancellation fee if you are flying on an Economy, Economy Plus or a Premium cabin ticket on some routes. Passengers booked on domestic flights within the US, Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands; between US and Mexico; between US and Caribbean and international flights originating in US will not be charged a cancellation fee under United Airlines Cancellation Policy. For tickets that are refundable, you will get flight credits eligible for future bookings after deducting the cancellation fee. Here are certain scenarios when there may be no cancellation fee.

If you have upgraded yourself to Economy or Premium cabin.
If you have a Basic Economy ticket or booked your flight using Money and Miles.
You may be eligible for partial travel credits for a ticket cancelled prior to departure. Reach out to the airline at +1-800-864-8331 to know whether you are eligible for partial travel credits. Our TicketsChanges executives available at +1(855) 535-3268 will also be able to assist you with the details.
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