Passengers Are Now Entitled to a Full Cash Refund for Canceled Flights, ‘Significant’ Delays

Travelers inconvenienced by flight delays and cancellations will no longer have to worry about fighting for a refund thanks to new regulations passed by the U.S. Department of Transportation on Wednesday.

Passengers on domestic flights delayed three hours more or international flights delayed six hours or more will be entitled to an automatic cash refund for the entire flight price. Canceled flights will also make travelers eligible for a refund.

Related: Airlines Made $33 Billion on Baggage Fees in 2023: Report

According to the new rules, refunds must be issued within a few days.

Airlines can still try to offer passengers the option of a new flight or travel credit instead of a

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