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2. Access Manage Trips on the AA Website
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3. Leverage Elite Status or Waivers
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Go to Manage Trips on the American Airlines website.
Log in or enter your booking code and last name.
Select the flight you’d like to change.
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Choose a new flight/date and review fare difference.
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• Always check your fare conditions before attempting changes.
• Document any schedule change notices from the airline.
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• Save confirmation emails after changes.
• If traveling internationally, review entry rules or visa requirements before shifting dates.
Q: Can I modify my American Airlines flight online without paying a fee?
A: Yes, if you’re within the 24‑hour risk‑free window, have an eligible fare class, elite status, or if American changed your schedule. Use Manage Trips or contact support.
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Q: Do elite status holders get free changes?
A: Yes. Gold, Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Executive Platinum members often enjoy change‑fee waivers, even outside the 24‑hour window.
Q: Will I have to pay fare difference?
A: Yes. Even when change fees are waived, you must pay any fare difference between original and new flight.