American Airlines Waiving Change Fees Due To Winter Storm For Travel Jan. 23–25, 2026

American Airlines is waiving change fees for flights booked by Jan. 19, 2026, for travel Jan. 23–25, 2026, to/through over 30 airports due to a winter storm, including Basic Economy. Rebooking must be completed by Jan. 25, 2026, in the same cabin (no origin/destination changes), with travel rebooked through Jan. 28, 2026.

Key Details on 2026 Winter Storm Waivers:

Affected Locations: Over 30 airports, including Charlotte (CLT), Asheville, Columbia, Greensboro, Greenville-Spartanburg, Raleigh-Durham, and Wilmington.

Eligibility: Tickets must be booked on or before Jan. 19, 2026, for travel between Jan. 23 and Jan. 25, 2026.

Rebooking Window: New travel must be rebooked by Jan. 25, 2026, and completed by Jan. 28, 2026.

Conditions: The origin and destination cities must remain the same.

Fare Class: The waiver applies to all classes, including Basic Economy.

General Policies

24-Hour Rule: A full refund is available for any ticket booked at least 2 days before departure, if cancelled within 24 hours of purchase.

Standard Changes: Generally, non-refundable tickets can be changed without a fee, though a fare difference may apply.

For the most up-to-date information, it is recommended to check the American Airlines travel alerts page directly.