How to change Date on Air Canada Flight?

Air Canada is the most preferred Airline to fly to domestic and international routes because of its premium In-Flight services and flexible change policy. However, there are instances where passengers' plans are postponed and they need to change the date on their booked flight tickets, and here comes the first thought, whether Air Canada provides flexibility to change the flight or not. Thus, to discover adequate information regarding the same, it is important to be aware of the basic rules and regulations of the Air Canada date change policy, process, fee, and more. You can also take notes from the comprehensive guide given below. 

What is the Air Canada date change policy?

To prevent last-minute issues during the flight boarding and expensive fares, passengers should always prefer to go through the major terms and conditions of the Air Canada date change policy to understand up to what time travelers have flexibility to change the date on existing bookings or when they need to pay the additional Flight change fee, including applicable difference-in-fares. To make the passenger's task less complicated, here is the acquaintance guide regarding the Air Canada date change Policy. 

• To change the date on booked Air Canada Flight tickets, passengers should consider raising the request at least 48 hours before the original flight departure time. 
• Passengers can change the date on existing bookings for unused fares up to 3 hours before the flight departure for the flights en route to North America and other destinations.
• Air Canada's date change policy states that travelers may be required to pay the applicable change fee and fare difference to change the date on an existing booking. 
• To avoid the Flight change fee, passengers should raise the date change request on their existing Air Canada booking within 24 hours of purchase however, it is subject to availability. 
• Air Canada flight date change fee may vary based on various factors, including travel date, types of fares, distance between departure/arrival airport, but it may cost approximately USD 100 plus the difference in fare. 

How to change Air Canada Flights?

Air Canada does provide various methods through which travelers can easily change the date on their booked flight tickets, including directly through the website, App, and at the Airport Check-in counter. However, travelers can raise the flight change request online up to 2 hours before the original flight departure; otherwise, they need to visit the Airport check-in counter to change the flight date and pay the applicable fee. 

1. Change Flight via website

Mostly, passengers prefer to change the flight date on booked Air Canada Airfares online via the website as it follows a simple process and is the quickest way to secure the desired flight date. Therefore, to change the Flight date through the Air Canada official website, passengers must have the necessary booking details.

• Firstly, go to the Air Canada official website.
• Then log in to your account using the correct credentials.
• After that, tap on the Manage Booking icon given under the Book section.
• Type the booking reference code and the last name of the travelers in the field.
• Click on the search bar and select the flight number to retrieve the booking.
• The passenger must select the change icon and choose the change date option.
• To change the flight date, travelers should follow further instructions.
• To confirm the changes, passengers should pay the difference in fare and the applicable fare difference. 

2. Change Flight at the Airport

Passengers can also request a flight change at the Airport check-in counter if their plans have changed suddenly before check-in. To change the flight date on existing Air Canada reservations, travelers should navigate to the Air Canada Airport counter. Here, the staff member will be available to assist the travelers regarding changes, boarding, rebooking, and more. The passengers should ask them to change the date on the booked fares by providing the necessary booking details. Otherwise, the travelers can also raise the request by using the Kiosk at the Airport 

3. Change Flight via App

Travelers are allowed to change the booked Air Canada flight date via the App according to the Air Canada date change policy, but the passengers should be familiar with the basic step-by-step process as mentioned in the following data. 

• To change the flight date via the App, passengers must download the Air Canada official App.
• Then enter the correct credentials to log in to their account.
• Passengers should navigate to the Manage Booking option.
• Enter the booking confirmation code and the last name of the passenger in the field.
• Travelers should select their flight number to retrieve the booking.
• Select the change option and proceed with further instructions to change the date.
• To confirm the date change, the passenger should proceed to pay the applicable fare difference and additional date change fee. 
• Once the payment is confirmed, travelers will receive the reversed fares at the valid email address. 

How to contact an Air Canada agent to change a Flight?

To change a Flight on Air Canada, passengers can reach the customer support team using different contact methods, such as the Air Canada customer service phone number, chat support, and Email option. Therefore, passengers can choose the suitable method as per their convenience to learn more. Take a look at the given data. 

1. Contact via phone

Travelers looking for quick assistance should consider connecting with the Air Canada representative via call to share the Flight change request. Passengers are advised to contact Air Canada officials via call at least 24 hours before departure to request a flight change, as the process takes time to revise the fares.

• Passengers should dial the Air Canada customer service phone number 1-888-247-2262.
• Then, pick a number key to choose the suitable language and proceed with further instructions.
• Once connected with the representative, travelers can share the request for a Flight change and provide the necessary booking details.
• Air Canada customer support agent provides the list of available flights, among which you choose the suitable option.
• To confirm the date, passengers should pay the difference in fare and the additional change fee. 

2. Contact via Chat

Passengers can also contact Air Canada officials via chat support, which is accessible directly through the Air Canada official contact page. To learn more details, take a look at the given information. Travelers can use this option to reach the officials to get support regarding Flight change, rebooking or cancellation. 

• Go to the Air Canada official website. 
• Now go to the Support section and click on the Help and Contact icon.
• When the contact page displays on screen, passengers should tap on the live chat pop-up.
• After that, type the change flight concern and booking details in the box, then click on the send tab.
• Air Canada Virtual Assistance will provide the details and assist in changing the date on the existing booking. 

Why can't I change my Air Canada Flight?

Usually, Air Canada allows passengers to change their flight tickets under several circumstances, while there are several instances where passengers can't change the Air Canada booked Flight ticket, either due to the restrictions based on specific fare types or other reasons. Thus, to discover more reasons, check the given data.

• Travelers can't change the Flight ticket when they have made a booking through a third-party travel agent.
• If the specific fare conditions do not permit changing flight options, such as basic fares. 

How to avoid the Flight Change fee on Air Canada?

To prevent the flight change fee on Air Canada booked fares, passengers must have purchased the flexible fares that allow travelers to make changes to the existing booking with no penalties. However, travelers can also enjoy a free flight change option on Air Canada when the passenger prefers to request a flight change within 24 hours of purchase, but the departure must be scheduled after seven days. 

How to track the Air Canada Flight date change status? 

Travelers can track the Air Canada Flight date change status using different methods, either by checking the booking confirmation email or the online method through the My Booking section. To check the flight date change status online, passengers may need to follow the given instructions. 

• Passengers should head to the Air Canada official website.
• Here, tap on the Manage Booking option to check the flight status.
• Now type the booking reference code and the last name mentioned on the flight tickets.
• Then choose the flight number to retrieve the booking and click on the check Flight Status icon. 
• To check the real-time Flight date change status, passengers must proceed with further instructions. 

How do I contact Avtickets to change my Air Canada Flight date?

Customers can easily approach our help desk officials to get the needed assistance regarding Flight change, rebooking, or cancellation, but it would be best to reach us atleast 24 hours before the flight departure time for flight change as the process takes time to revise the booked airfares. Travelers can reach our customer service agent either via call or email support by following a simple process as mentioned below.

1. Contact Avtickets via call: Passengers who are seeking a quick response can reach us by calling our customer support phone number, which is available 24 hours a day and seven days a week to provide quick assistance to travelers. To contact our agent, dial 1-888-520-9972, and when you connect with the representative, you can ask them to change the flight date by providing the essential booking details. 

2. Contact Avtickets via email: You can also reach us via email support to request a flight change or rebooking. To connect with our agent via email, the customer should drop an email to Avtickets' official email address, care@avtickets.com, with the necessary details.