Air India Cancellation Policy (2026) — Change Fees, Refunds & How to Cancel
Air India offers a 24-hour cancellation policy for flights originating from or flying to the US, allowing full refunds if booked at least 7 days before departure.
24-Hour Rule
Yes — free cancellation within 24 hours of booking. Air India offers a 24-hour cancellation policy for flights originating from or flying to the US, allowing full refunds if booked at least 7 days before departure.
Cancellation Fees
| Fare Class | Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Non-refundable |
| Main Cabin | Fee applies, typically $100-$200 depending on route |
| Premium | Lower fee or fully refundable depending on fare rules |
| Business | Fully refundable or low fee |
Change Fees
| Fare Class | Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Not permitted or high fee (varies by route) |
| Main Cabin | Fee applies, typically $50-$150 depending on route |
| Premium | Lower fee or free depending on fare rules |
| Business | Usually free, fare difference applies |
Refund Method
Original form of payment or travel voucher
Same-Day Change
Subject to availability and fare rules, fees may apply
No-Show Policy
No-show fees apply, ticket may lose value if not cancelled before departure
How to Cancel
- Visit Air India website
- Go to Manage Booking
- Enter PNR and Last Name
- Select Cancel Flight and follow prompts
Tips
- Cancel at least 24 hours before departure to minimize fees
- Check fare rules before booking
- US flights have a 24-hour grace period
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Air India cancellation policy?
- Air India 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 — fee applies, typically $100-$200 depending on route. Basic Economy — non-refundable.
- Can I cancel a Air India flight for free?
- Yes — Air India offers a 24-hour cancellation policy for flights originating from or flying to the US, allowing full refunds if booked at least 7 days before departure. Fee applies, typically $100-$200 depending on route
- What is Air India's change fee?
- Main Cabin: Fee applies, typically $50-$150 depending on route. Basic Economy: Not permitted or high fee (varies by route).
- How do I get a refund from Air India?
- Original form of payment or travel voucher
- What happens if I no-show on Air India?
- No-show fees apply, ticket may lose value if not cancelled before departure