Summary
A major winter storm is causing travel disruptions across the U.S., leading airlines to cancel flights and offer travel waivers. The U.S. Department of Transportation mandates refunds for flights canceled or significantly delayed, regardless of the weather. Airlines are urging travelers to manage changes through apps and websites.
Key Facts
- A winter storm is affecting travel across two dozen U.S. states.
- Airlines including Delta, American, United, Southwest, and others are canceling flights and issuing fee-free travel waivers.
- Travelers may face rebooking challenges due to ripple effects on airline networks.
- The U.S. Department of Transportation requires airlines to refund canceled or significantly delayed flights if passengers opt not to travel.
- Refunds apply to both refundable and nonrefundable tickets under specific conditions.
- Airlines are not obliged to provide hotel or meal vouchers for weather-related disruptions.
- Passengers are encouraged to use airline apps and websites for managing flight changes and refunds.
- Delta and American Airlines have specific policies for rebooking and refunds during the storm.
