United Airlines Refund Policies: The Definitive 2026 Guide
From 24-hour risk-free cancellations to involuntary flight disruptions, discover exactly when United owes you a cash refund versus a future flight credit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, refunds apply for eligible cancellations, delays, or schedule changes under the United Airlines refund policy.
Cancel within 24 hours of booking for a full refund if the flight departs at least 7 days later.
Only within 24 hours of booking; after that, United Airlines Basic Economy refund policy offers travel credit.
Yes, the United Airlines flight delay refund policy applies if you choose not to travel due to major delays.
Credit card refunds take up to 7 business days; other payment methods may take up to 20 days.
Yes, canceled flights qualify for a full refund if you decline rebooking.
Yes, if your checked bag is lost or significantly delayed (and you file a mishandled baggage report), United will refund the baggage fee per DOT guidelines, in addition to reimbursing reasonable interim expenses.
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