Summary
A traveler tried to change his return flight with Delta Airlines and found the new cost would be $14,000, much more than he originally paid. His attempt to cancel part of the trip resulted in being told he would owe more money, which he found confusing. The issue seems related to airline fare rules and pricing structures for international travel.
Key Facts
- A man paid $5,923 for a Delta One round-trip ticket from Austin to Amsterdam.
- He wanted to change the return trip to depart from Dublin instead.
- Delta quoted him $14,000 for the flight change.
- If he canceled part of his trip, he would owe Delta $7,111.
- Reddit users suggested that fare rules and the difference between one-way and round-trip pricing might be involved.
- Airline pricing can make one-way international fares more expensive than round-trip ones.
- The U.S. Department of Transportation notes refunds are not given for non-refundable tickets if the flight operates as scheduled.
- Delta directs customers to use its support channels to submit refund or adjustment requests.
