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Cancel Air Canada Flights

Learn how you can cancel Air Canada flights at Alternative Airlines

Cancel Air Canada Flights

Booking travel ahead of time is the hallmark of a prepared traveller. But sometimes your travel plans don't work out the way you want them to, and need to be changed or cancelled. In this article, we'll break down the policies and processes you should be aware of when you cancel your Air Canada flights.

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How to cancel Air Canada flights at Alternative Airlines

1. Self-service flight cancellation via 'Manage my booking'

At Alternative Airlines we strive to take the stress out of travelling. That's why we make it easy to cancel your flights that no longer suit you. All you need to do is navigate to our Manage My Booking portal. Here you will see the options to cancel or alter your Air Canada flights, as well as how much you can expect to receive in compensation.

If you are worried that an emergency might arise that causes you to cancel your flights Cancellation Protection can get you a full refund. Cancellation Protection covers your flights and guarantees a full refund if you need to cancel them due to an emergency situation. Emergencies may include something such as jury duty, personal vehicle failure or injury, as well as many more examples outlined in our Refund Protect terms and conditions.

If you find yourself needing to cancel your flights for non-emergency reasons, then Cancel For Any Reason is the package you need. Cancel For Any Reason lets you cancel your flights for whatever reason you like, and get a refund equal to 70% of your flights total value at checkout. Your refund will automatically be distributed to you 30 days after you choose to cancel.


2. Contact us

Out friendly customer service team are always happy to help. If you need any additional assistance or information when cancelling your Air Canada flights then don't hesitate to reach out.

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Can I get a refund for my Air Canada flight cancellation?

Air Canada's cancellation policy stipulates that your eligibility for a refund depends on your tickets fare type, as well as its class of travel. For flights within Canada, across to the US and selected 'Sun Destinations' in the Caribbean, only tickets comfort class or higher are able to be refunded. However for international flights, tickets can be cancelled for a small administration fee. Tickets cancelled on the same day as your flights departure may incur additional costs.

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What cancellation packages do Alternative Airlines offer?

Cancellation Protection

Anxious an emergency might disrupt your flight plans? If so, Cancellation Protection might be right for you. Cancellation Protection will guarantee you a full refund in the event you need to cancel your flights due to an emergency. Applicable emergency circumstances might include personal injury, court summons or the failure of personal or public transport. To read all applicable circumstances, check out our Refund Protect terms and conditions.


Cancel For Any Reason

You may be considering cancelling your Air Canada flights for reasons not considered emergencies. If this sounds like you then Cancel For Any Reason might be the solution you need. This new ancillary package guarantees you 70% of your baskets total value at checkout as a refund when you cancel your Air Canada flights. Note: Cancel For Any Reason coverage is valid until 48 hours before your scheduled departing flight, and compensation claimed will be automatically distributed 30 days after cancellation is completed.

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Can you cancel an Air Canada flight within 24 hours?

Air Canada's cancellation policy stipulates that if you cancel your flight bookings within 24 hours of finalising them, then you are able to receive a full refund with no penalties applied.

It is important to note that you if booked your Air Canada flights through Alternative Airlines and you would like to cancel your flights within 24 hours you must contact us within our hours of operation (9am - 5pm GMT) so that we can process your request before the 24 hour window has elapsed. Any requests submitted outside of our hours of operation are not guaranteed to be processed before expiring.

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Air Canada Cancellation FAQs

Can I cancel an Air Canada flight?

Yeah, and Alternative Airlines makes the process simple and easy. If you cancel your flights within 24 hours then you can expect a full refund. If you are beyond that window then a small cancellation fee may apply. Check Air Canada's fare rules to see the full terms and conditions. It is important to remember that if you book with Alternative Airlines and would like to cancel your flights you must contact us during our hours of business. (9AM - 5PM GMT)

How do I request a refund for an Air Canada flight?

Requesting a refund is simple with Alternative Airlines. All you have to do is log into our Manage My Booking portal and you can cancel your Air Canada flights in a few clicks. Throughout the process, you will see how much you are entitled to as a refund depending on your fare type and any ancillary packages.

Get a full refund through Cancellation Protection:
Cancellation Protection gets you a refund when things go wrong. If you are worried something might crop up and prevent you from trying to catch your flights, this might be the protection you need. Add Cancellation Protection to your booking so you can get a full refund if you need to cancel your flights.

Get a partial refund through Cancel For Any Reason:
Want to cancel whenever you want, for any reason? Cancel For Any Reason is now available! This package is the perfect protection for travellers who want more security added to their Air Canada bookings.

What is Air Canada's cancellation policy?

Air Canada has different cancellation policies depending on your airfare and the class of your ticket. Air Canada flights flying domestically in the US, Canada and selected 'Sun Destinations' in the Caribbean, only tickets comfort class or higher are able to be refunded. However, for international flights, tickets can be cancelled for a small administration fee. Tickets cancelled on the same day as your flights departure may incur additional costs. For more information check out Air Canada's fare rules.

Is Cancel For Any Reason worth it with Air Canada flights?

If you are booking a lower ticket class with Air Canada, Cancel For Any Reason can give you peace of mind when you travel. It allows you to book your flights with confidence, knowing you are going to get 70% of your flights value back if plans fail. Cancel whenever you want, for any reason, no questions asked.