Southwest Airlines Cancellation Refund Policy

Southwest Airlines has a very generous cancellation refund policy. Passengers are allowed to cancel their flight for any reason at any time up to 10 minutes before departure and receive a full refund in the form of a travel credit.

The travel credit is valid for one year from the date of cancellation and can be used to book a future Southwest Airlines flight.

How to Cancel Southwest Airline Ticket

According to Southwest Airlines cancellation policy, To cancel a Southwest Airlines ticket, you can visit the Southwest Airlines website or app, or call Southwest Airlines customer service.

Cancel Through Website:

  • Go to the Southwest Airlines website and log in to your account.
  • Click on "Manage My Reservations."
  • Select the reservation that you want to cancel.
  • Click on "Cancel Reservation."
  • Review your cancellation and click on "Submit."
  • You will receive a confirmation email with your travel credit information.
Cancel on App:

  • Download the Southwest Airlines app from the App Store or Google Play.
  • Log in to your Southwest Airlines account or create a new account.
  • Tap on "My Trips."
  • Select the reservation that you want to cancel.
  • Tap on "Cancel Reservation."
  • Review your cancellation and tap on "Cancel."
  • You will receive a confirmation email with your travel credit information.
Cancel by Phone:

  • Call Southwest Airlines customer service at 1-800-I-FLY-SWA (1-800-435-9792).
  • Provide your confirmation number and the cancellation request to the customer service representative.
How to Get Refund In Southwest Airline

To obtain a refund for a Southwest Airlines ticket.

  • Contact Southwest Airlines Customer Service at 1-800-I-FLY-SWA (1-800-435-9792).
  • You can also request a refund online through the Southwest Airlines website.
Tips for saving money on Southwest Airlines cancellations:

  • Cancel your flight as early as possible to avoid any change fees.
  • If you are canceling your flight due to an unforeseen event, such as a medical emergency, contact Southwest Airlines customer service to see if they can waive the cancellation fee.
  • Consider using your travel credit to book a future Southwest Airlines flight instead of requesting a refund.