DOT's New 7-Day Refund Rule What Air Travelers Need to Know About Mandatory Flight Compensation
By Riley QuinnSenior Travel Editor, Mighty Travels1 min read
Israel transportation plane, El Al 767
Automatic Cash Refunds Replace Vouchers for US Flight Cancellations
What Counts as a Significant Flight Delay Under DOT Guidelines
Airlines Must Process Refunds Within 7 Days for Credit Card Payments
Required Customer Service Availability for Refund Questions
Five Year Validity for Travel Credits on Non-Refundable Tickets
How the New DOT Rule Affects International Flights from US Airports
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