China Airlines Cancellation Policy (2026) — Change Fees, Refunds & How to Cancel
For flights to or from the US, tickets can be cancelled within 24 hours of booking for a full refund, provided the booking was made at least one week prior to departure.
24-Hour Rule
Yes — free cancellation within 24 hours of booking. For flights to or from the US, tickets can be cancelled within 24 hours of booking for a full refund, provided the booking was made at least one week prior to departure.
Cancellation Fees
| Fare Class | Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Discount fares are often non-refundable or have high cancellation fees. |
| Main Cabin | Standard fares have cancellation fees; Flex fares have lower cancellation fees. |
| Premium | Refundable with a fee depending on the specific fare family. |
| Business | Refundable with a fee; Flex fares may have no cancellation fee. |
Change Fees
| Fare Class | Fee |
|---|---|
| Basic Economy | Discount fares have high change fees (often $100-$200 depending on route) or may be non-changeable. |
| Main Cabin | Standard fares have moderate change fees; Flex fares allow free changes (fare difference applies). |
| Premium | Premium Economy Basic has fees; Premium Economy Standard/Flex have lower or no change fees. |
| Business | Business Basic has fees; Business Standard/Flex allow free changes. |
Refund Method
Refunds are issued to the original form of payment. Non-refundable tickets may only refund taxes.
Same-Day Change
Permitted on eligible fares, subject to seat availability and potential fare differences.
No-Show Policy
A no-show fee applies if you fail to cancel your reservation before departure, in addition to any applicable change or cancellation fees.
How to Cancel
- Log in to the China Airlines website and go to 'Manage Booking'.
- Enter your booking reference and last name.
- Select the flight you wish to cancel and review the refund calculation.
- Confirm the cancellation and process the refund.
Tips
- Always cancel before your flight's departure to avoid additional no-show fees.
- If you booked through a travel agency, you must contact them directly for cancellations.
- Consider purchasing a 'Flex' fare if your travel plans are uncertain.
- Keep your ticket number handy when requesting a refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is China Airlines cancellation policy?
- China Airlines 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 — standard fares have cancellation fees; flex fares have lower cancellation fees.. Basic Economy — discount fares are often non-refundable or have high cancellation fees..
- Can I cancel a China Airlines flight for free?
- Yes — For flights to or from the US, tickets can be cancelled within 24 hours of booking for a full refund, provided the booking was made at least one week prior to departure. Standard fares have cancellation fees; Flex fares have lower cancellation fees.
- What is China Airlines's change fee?
- Main Cabin: Standard fares have moderate change fees; Flex fares allow free changes (fare difference applies).. Basic Economy: Discount fares have high change fees (often $100-$200 depending on route) or may be non-changeable..
- How do I get a refund from China Airlines?
- Refunds are issued to the original form of payment. Non-refundable tickets may only refund taxes.
- What happens if I no-show on China Airlines?
- A no-show fee applies if you fail to cancel your reservation before departure, in addition to any applicable change or cancellation fees.