Planning a trip can be fun, but unexpected circumstances may require you to make changes to your travel plans. If you’re flying with Air Europa and find yourself in such a situation, it’s important to understand the airline’s change flight policy. In this blog post, we will dive into the ins and outs of Air Europa change flight policy, including what fees may apply, how to request a change, and any restrictions or limitations you should be aware of. So whether you need to adjust your travel dates or make other modifications to your itinerary, this guide will provide you with the information you need to navigate the process smoothly and efficiently.
Key Highlights of Air Europa Change Flight Policy
This section covers the key highlights of Air Europa change flight policy. Whether you need to reschedule your trip due to unforeseen circumstances or simply want to explore your options, understanding Air Europa flight change policy can save you time, money, and stress. So, let’s dive in and explore the different options available to you for changing your flight.
- Air Europa change flight policy for short-, medium-, and long-haul fights allows you to change all types of tickets with or without a change fee. However, you must pay the fare difference if the original tariff is not available.
- Economy Lite and Economy Standard tickets can be changed for a fee.
- Economy Flex tickets can be changed without any fee.
- Premium Standard tickets (available on long-haul routes), can be changed for a fee.
- Premium Flex tickets (available on long-haul routes), can be changed without any fee.
- Business Standard (D, I, O classes) can be changed for a fee.
- Business Flex (J, C, D, I, O classes) can be changed without any fee.
- The flight change fee will depend on your fare type and route (short-/medium- or long-haul).
- Air Europa change flight policy does not allow you to modify extra services unless the airline makes changes to your flight, in which case the extra service/services will be made available to you at no cost for an equivalent service or a lower-category service if the same service is not available on the new flight.
- If your flight departure from an airport in the European Union isdelayed by more than 5 hours (or if your flight is cancelled), you can:
- Continue your travel on the same or substitute flight at no additional charge, or
- Obtain a full refund of your ticket within 7 days. The refund can be for the segment of the trip not made plus the segment of the trip made already if the flight does not serve any purpose. And if travelling further makes no sense, you can also request to be transported back to your starting point (at no additional cost) as quickly as possible.
- If a flight departing from an airport in the European Union arrives at your final destination3 or more hours after the originally scheduled arrival time of your flight, you may be entitled to compensation ranging from €250 – 600, depending on the flight distance and length of the delay. However, you will not be entitled to any compensation if:
- Your flight was delayed due to extraordinary circumstances beyond the airline’s control.
- You’re offered an alternative flight with similar departure and arrival timings.
- If you fall ill or are hospitalized after purchasing your ticket and are unable to start or continue your trip, Air Europa will extend the validity period of your ticket (as well as the validity of the relatives accompanying you) until you’re fit to travel.
- Your new flight will be subject to seat availability in the same travel class.
- If the same travel class is not available, you must pay the fare difference.
- You must present a proper medical certificate proving your inability to travel within 3 days before/after your flight.
- The maximum period of ticket extension is 45 days from your initial flight date, with an additional extension of 45 days if you provide a new, updated medical certificate.
- In case a passenger dies during the trip, the tickets of the passengers accompanying the deceased passenger can be modified by up to 20 days from the date of death (the minimum stay clause will no longer apply), subject to the presentation of a death certificate.
- To make changes to a ticket purchased from a travel agent, you must contact the agent directly.
Air Europa Change Fee
Air Europa change fees will depend on your travel class and flight distance (short-/medium-haul or long-haul), as shown below. Whether or not you’re charged the change fee, you must pay the fare difference (in all cases) if the original tariff is no longer available.
- Air Europa flight change fee for long-haul flights is:
- USD 175/€150 for Economy Lite and Economy Standard fares plus the applicable fare difference, if any.
- Nil for Economy Flex fares but you must pay the fare difference, if any.
- USD 175/€150 for Premium Standard fares plus the applicable fare difference, if any.
- Nil for Premium Flex fares, but you must pay the applicable fare difference, if any.
- USD 175/€150 for Business Standard (D, I, O) fares plus the applicable fare difference, if any.
- Nil for Business Flex (J, C, D, I, O) fares, but you must pay the fare difference, if any.
- Air Europa change fee for short- and medium-haul flights is:
- USD/€60 for Economy Lite fares plus the applicable fare difference, if any.
(USD/€100 for flights departing from Tel Aviv)
- USD/€45 for Economy Standard fares plus the applicable fare difference, if any.
(USD/€75 for flights departing from Tel Aviv)
- Nil for Economy Flex fares, but the fare difference (if any) will apply.
- USD/€60 for Business Standard (D, I, O) fares plus the applicable fare difference, if any.
- Nil for Business Flex (J, C, D, I, O) fares plus the applicable fare difference, if any.
How to Change an Air Europa Flight?
You can change your flight booking on Air Europa:
- Online through Manage your reservation
(if you purchased your ticket directly from Air Europa)
- By phone
- Through Facebook or Twitter
- Through Air Europa sales office
- Through your travel agent (if you booked through one)
- At the airline’s airport ticket counter
How to change the flight date with Air Europa?
You can change the date of your flight on Air Europa in any of the ways described above. To change your flight date online, see below.
How to change your flight online with Air Europa?
You can change your flight online if you booked your ticket directly with Air Europa. To do so, go to the airline’s homepage (AirEuropa.com), click on the Manage your reservation link on top, and access your flight booking from the My trips page that shows up by entering your booking reference or ticket number and surname. Once you have accessed your booking, you can make changes such as modifying the flight date or time, upgrading your seat or cabin class, or adding additional services like extra baggage allowance or in-flight meals. Changes are subject to availability and additional fees. After you confirm the changes and pay, you will receive your new itinerary by email.
If you encounter any difficulties or have specific questions regarding your booking change, contact Air Europa customer service for assistance.
You may not be able to make flight changes online if:
- You booked your ticket through a travel agent/third party
- You’ve already made changes to your flight earlier
- You’ve already checked in for your flight
- You paid for your flight with your Air Europa SUMA Miles
- You booked a Multicity flight, i.e., your itinerary includes 3 or more flight segments with a different origin or destination.
If you’re unable to make flight changes online, contact Air Europa by phone, Facebook, or Twitter.
How to Change Domestic National Flights for Free
If you purchase Air Europa Change Option for a domestic national flight:
- You can make a free one-time change to your flight date and/or route.
- You must make the change at least 2 hours before departure time without paying any administration or penalty charges.
- If no seats are available in the same travel class, you will have to pay the fare difference.
- You can use the Change Option for both your outbound and return flights as long as you request in the same phone call.
Points to Remember
- You can select the Change Option only at the time of booking or on the day of purchase.
- The fee is applicable on a per-passenger basis.
- You can include the Change Option only for airfares that allow changes with any penalty. However, you can include it in a Lite no-baggage fare even though it does not allow flight changes.
- The Change Option fee is non-refundable.
- Change Option is not available for inter-island flights.
- You can only purchase the Change Option directly through Air Europa: online through Air Europa’s website, Air Europa’s Customer Service, or Web Falcon Viajes.
- To apply the Change Option, get in touch with Air Europa’s customer service, or through social media (Facebook/Twitter).
- You can purchase the Change Option for USD 19, GBP 12, €15, ARS 160, CLP 12,000, or BRL 50.
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Europa Change Flight Policy
If you’ve booked a flight with Air Europa and need to make changes to your itinerary, you may have some questions about their change flight policy. This section provides answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about Air Europa change flight policy. Whether you’re wondering about the change fees, eligibility, or the process itself, we’ll provide all the information you need to navigate the change flight process with ease.
How do I change my flight on Air Europa? You can change your flight on Air Europa online through the airline’s website, by phone, through the airline’s Facebook or Twitter page, its sales office, airport ticketing counter, or through your travel agent.
How do I confirm my flight? To confirm or re-confirm your flight, you should contact Air Europa through:
• Facebook
◦ Monday – Friday: 7am to midnight
◦ Weekends/Holidays: 9am to 5pm
• Twitter
◦ Monday – Friday: 7am to midnight
◦ Weekends/Holidays: 9am to 5pm
• By phone (24/7)
How can I change my email address? You can update your email address by phone or through Facebook or Twitter within the times indicated above.
Can I change my flight date on Air Europa? Yes, Air Europa allows passengers to change their flight dates, subject to availability and any applicable change fees and fare differences.
Does Air Europa charge a change fee for changing flights? Unless you’re travelling on a Flex fare, you will be charged a fee for changing your flight depending on your travel class and route (short/medium distance or long distance). Also, if the same tariff is not available on your new flight, you must pay the applicable fare difference regardless of what type of fare you’ve purchased.
What is Air Europa change flight date fee for long-haul flights? Air Europa change flight date fee for long-haul fares:
• On Economy Class (Lite and Standard), Premium Standard, and Business Standard (D, I, O) fares is USD 175/€150 per passenger.
• On Economy Flex, Premium Flex, and Business Flex (J, C, D, I, O) fares is nil.
Note. If the same tariff is not available, you must pay the fare difference also.
What is Air Europa change flight date fee for short- and medium-haul flights? Air Europa change flight date fee for short- and medium-haul flights:
• On Economy Lite fares is USD/€60 per passenger but USD/€100 for Tel Aviv departures.
• On Economy Standard fares is USD/€45 but USD/€75 for Tel Aviv departures.
• On Business Flex fares is nil.
• On Business Standard (D, I, O) fares is USD/€60.
• On Business Flex (J, C, D, I, O) fares is nil.
Note. As with long-haul flights, you must additionally pay the fare difference if the same tariff is not available on the new flight.
Can I change my flight destination on Air Europa? Yes, you can make changes to your flight destination in most cases, provided seats are available and you pay the applicable change fees and fare difference.
Can I transfer my Air Europa flight ticket to someone else? No, you cannot transfer your Air Europa flight ticket to someone else.
What if I miss a flight on Air Europa? If you miss your Air Europa flight, it will be considered a no-show and the fare paid by you will be forfeited (other than applicable government/airport taxes). However, this does not apply to Business Flex (J, C) fares, where no-shows are permitted without penalty.
Will Air Europa refund my fare if I cancel my flight? That will depend on the fare conditions of your ticket. For details, refer to Air Europa cancellation policy.
What if I miss my connecting flight on Air Europa? If you miss a connecting flight on the same booking with Air Europa due to circumstances beyond your control, such as a delayed incoming flight, Air Europa will rebook you on the next available flight at no additional charge.
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