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How Do I Cancel a Trip on Delta?

If you want to cancel a trip on Delta, you must cancel the ticket before departure. To cancel a ticket, you can choose the option of cancellation after accessing the trip from Delta website. You will need your confirmation number, ticket number or credit/debit card number with which you paid the trip. If you do not cancel Delta flight prior to departure, it will be considered as a no-show and all the remaining trips will also be cancelled. In this SkyTravelFly blog, we will make you aware of the precautions you must take when you are cancelling a trip.

What is the Delta Cancellation Fee?

The cancellation fee Delta will depend on the type of ticket you are travelling with. You will be charged a fee for cancelling a ticket after 24 hours of the booking. In the 24-hour free cancellation period, you will not have to pay a cancellation fee. If the airline imposes a cancellation fee, the rest amount will be available to you in the form of e-credits. Here are several things you should remember if you want to cancel Delta flight.

  • Basic Economy tickets are non-refundable but you may be able to get partial e-credits if you cancel.
  • Within 24 hours of the departure, the cancellation is at least $75.
  • After 24 hours of booking, the cancellation fee is between $0 and $400 for non-refundable tickets.

You may get a full reimbursement if you have added trip protection. The airline can be reached at to offer you details on how to buy trip protection. Our SkyTravelFly executives available at +1-888-415-1531 can also suggest ways to protect the amount you paid for your trip.

How to Get a Full Refund from Delta?

Delta will offer you a refund only if your ticket is refundable. Tickets in Main cabin and above are eligible for a refund. Your ticket must be unused in order to receive a refund from Delta. The airline will offer you a full refund if your flight gets cancelled or delayed. The delay should be at least 3 hours for domestic flights and 6 hours for international flights. Here is the step-by-step process for getting a full refund from Delta if your flight gets cancelled or delayed.

  • If the flight was cancelled or delayed, you will have to find the rebooked flight.
  • You can make changes to the rebooked flight if it is not worthwhile.
  • If you want a refund, you must cancel the rebooked flight.

Can I Cancel a Delta Flight without paying a fee?

To cancel a Delta flight without paying a fee, the airline requires you to cancel within 24 hours of the booking. If you buy a ticket before the day of departure, you can also cancel the ticket till midnight. You could cancel a Delta flight without paying a fee if you are flying in Main or above cabins on some international routes. Here is a look at the routes on which you will not pay a cancellation fee.

  • Travelling within US and Canada - Main cabin and above passengers can cancel without a fee.
  • Travelling to Europe from US and Canada - Main cabin and above passengers are not required to pay charges for cancelling.
  • Travelling from Caribbean to US - No fee for Main cabin and above.

Even if you have to cancel a flight on Delta, you will most likely receive e-credits for future bookings. But Delta cancellation fee will be deducted if you do not cancel within 24 hours of the booking. You can call the airline at +1-800-221-1212 to know the fee you will have to pay. Our SkyTravelFy executives available at +1-888-415-1531 can also help you with the details.

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