Aer Lingus Cancellation Policy (2026) — Change Fees, Refunds & How to Cancel
For flights to/from the United States, you may cancel the ticketed reservation without penalty and receive a full refund within 24 hours of booking, provided the reservation was made at least 7 days prior to departure.
24-Hour Rule
Yes — free cancellation within 24 hours of booking. For flights to/from the United States, you may cancel the ticketed reservation without penalty and receive a full refund within 24 hours of booking, provided the reservation was made at least 7 days prior to departure.
Cancellation Fees
| Fare Class | Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Non-refundable (Saver fare) |
| Main Cabin | Non-refundable, taxes may be refunded (Plus/Smart fare) |
| Premium | Fully refundable (Advantage/Flex fare) |
| Business | Fully refundable (Business Flex) |
Change Fees
| Fare Class | Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Not permitted or high fee (Saver fare) |
| Main Cabin | Fee applies plus fare difference (Plus/Smart fare) |
| Premium | No change fee, fare difference applies (Advantage/Flex fare) |
| Business | No change fee, fare difference applies (Business Flex) |
Refund Method
Original form of payment or travel voucher depending on fare type and cancellation time.
Same-Day Change
Available on certain flexible fares (Advantage/AerSpace/Business Flex) subject to availability.
No-Show Policy
If you fail to show up for your flight, your ticket loses its value and onward/return flights may be cancelled.
How to Cancel
- Go to the 'Manage Trip' section on the Aer Lingus website or app.
- Enter your booking reference and family name.
- Select the flight you wish to cancel.
- Follow the prompts to confirm cancellation and review any refund or voucher options.
Tips
- Cancel at least 2 hours before departure to be eligible for any applicable refund or voucher.
- If your flight is delayed or cancelled by the airline, you may be entitled to a full refund or compensation under EU261.
- Consider purchasing travel insurance or a flexible fare if your plans are uncertain.
- Taxes and charges may be refundable even on non-refundable fares, subject to an administration fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Aer Lingus cancellation policy?
- Aer Lingus cancellation policy allows free cancellation within 24 hours of booking (must be booked 7+ days before departure for US flights). After 24 hours: Main Cabin — non-refundable, taxes may be refunded (plus/smart fare). Basic Economy — non-refundable (saver fare).
- Can I cancel a Aer Lingus flight for free?
- Yes — For flights to/from the United States, you may cancel the ticketed reservation without penalty and receive a full refund within 24 hours of booking, provided the reservation was made at least 7 days prior to departure. Non-refundable, taxes may be refunded (Plus/Smart fare)
- What is Aer Lingus's change fee?
- Main Cabin: Fee applies plus fare difference (Plus/Smart fare). Basic Economy: Not permitted or high fee (Saver fare).
- How do I get a refund from Aer Lingus?
- Original form of payment or travel voucher depending on fare type and cancellation time.
- What happens if I no-show on Aer Lingus?
- If you fail to show up for your flight, your ticket loses its value and onward/return flights may be cancelled.