Korean Air Cancellation & Change Policy (2026)

Last updated: May 12, 2026

Quick Answer

Korean Air offers free cancellation within 24 hours of booking. After that, Main Cabin and above: fees vary by route and time of cancellation. for international flights departing from korea, fees range from krw 30,000 to krw 300,000 depending on the fare class and how close to departure the cancellation is made.. Basic Economy: not applicable.

24-Hour Free Cancellation

Full refund without penalty if canceled within 24 hours of purchase, provided the ticket was purchased at least 7 days before departure.

Change Fees by Fare Class

Fare Class	Change Fee
basic Economy	Not applicable (Korean Air does not have a Basic Economy fare)
main Cabin	Fees vary by route and time of change. For international flights departing from Korea, fees range from KRW 30,000 to KRW 300,000 depending on the fare class and how close to departure the change is made.
premium	Fees range from KRW 30,000 to KRW 300,000 depending on the fare class and time of change.
business	Fees range from KRW 30,000 to KRW 450,000 depending on the fare class and time of change.

Cancellation Fees & Refund Type

Fare Class	Cancellation Policy
basic Economy	Not applicable
main Cabin	Fees vary by route and time of cancellation. For international flights departing from Korea, fees range from KRW 30,000 to KRW 300,000 depending on the fare class and how close to departure the cancellation is made.
premium	Fees range from KRW 30,000 to KRW 300,000 depending on the fare class and time of cancellation.
business	Fees range from KRW 30,000 to KRW 450,000 depending on the fare class and time of cancellation.

How Refunds Work

Refunds are issued to the original form of payment. A service fee of USD 30 (or equivalent) may apply for refunds.

Same-Day Flight Change

Not explicitly offered as a standard free benefit; subject to standard change fees and fare differences.

No-Show Policy

A no-show penalty applies if you fail to board your flight or cancel before departure. The penalty varies by route (e.g., KRW 120,000 for long-haul flights).

How to Cancel Your Korean Air Flight

1Log in to your Korean Air account or access your booking via 'Find Trips'.
2Select the reservation you wish to cancel.
3Review the cancellation fees and refund amount.
4Confirm the cancellation to process the refund.

Expert Tips

💡 Cancel at least 91 days before departure for a full refund on most standard and flex fares.

💡 Always cancel before your flight's departure time to avoid hefty no-show penalties.

💡 If you booked through a travel agency, you must contact them directly to cancel.

💡 Check if your ticket is eligible for a refund fee exemption before canceling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel a Korean Air flight for free?▼

Yes — Full refund without penalty if canceled within 24 hours of purchase, provided the ticket was purchased at least 7 days before departure. Fees vary by route and time of cancellation. For international flights departing from Korea, fees range from KRW 30,000 to KRW 300,000 depending on the fare class and how close to departure the cancellation is made.

What is Korean Air's change fee?▼

Main Cabin: Fees vary by route and time of change. For international flights departing from Korea, fees range from KRW 30,000 to KRW 300,000 depending on the fare class and how close to departure the change is made.. Basic Economy: Not applicable (Korean Air does not have a Basic Economy fare).

How do I get a refund from Korean Air?▼

Refunds are issued to the original form of payment. A service fee of USD 30 (or equivalent) may apply for refunds.

What happens if I no-show on Korean Air?▼

A no-show penalty applies if you fail to board your flight or cancel before departure. The penalty varies by route (e.g., KRW 120,000 for long-haul flights).

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Korean Air Cancellation & Change Policy (2026)

24-Hour Free Cancellation

Change Fees by Fare Class

Cancellation Fees & Refund Type

How Refunds Work

Same-Day Flight Change

No-Show Policy

How to Cancel Your Korean Air Flight

Expert Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

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