If you’ve booked a flight with Air Canada and your plans have changed, don’t worry—you may be able to modify your ticket. Air Canada provides several options for flight changes, but it's important to understand your fare conditions, fees, and available flexibility before making any changes.
Step 1: Know Your Fare Type
Not all tickets are created equal. Air Canada’s change policy depends heavily on the fare type:
Basic Economy: Non-changeable and non-refundable.
Standard & Flex: Changes allowed with a fee and fare difference.
Comfort, Latitude & Business Class: Greater flexibility with lower or no change fees.
You can check your fare type in your booking confirmation or through the Manage Bo...
If you’ve booked a flight with Air Canada and your plans have changed, don’t worry—you may be able to modify your ticket. Air Canada provides several options for flight changes, but it's important to understand your fare conditions, fees, and available flexibility before making any changes.
Step 1: Know Your Fare Type
Not all tickets are created equal. Air Canada’s change policy depends heavily on the fare type:
Basic Economy: Non-changeable and non-refundable.
Standard & Flex: Changes allowed with a fee and fare difference.
Comfort, Latitude & Business Class: Greater flexibility with lower or no change fees.
You can check your fare type in your booking confirmation or through the Manage Bookings section on AirCanada.com.
Step 2: Make the Change Online
Changing your flight is easy:
Go to “Manage Bookings” on the Air Canada website or app.
Enter your booking reference and last name.
Select “Change Flight” and choose a new date or time.
Review and confirm the change, paying any fees or fare difference.
Step 3: Understand the Costs
If your new flight is more expensive, you’ll pay the fare difference. Some fares also include change fees, while others (like Latitude) offer free changes.
Exceptions & Tips
If Air Canada cancels or reschedules your flight, you can change it for free.
During special circumstances (like COVID-19), change fees may be waived.
Consider purchasing a flexible fare or travel insurance for future peace of mind.
Before you make any changes, always review the latest policies on the Air Canada Change Policy: https://www.myflightfares.com/flights/air-canada/flight-change-policy/.
