Same Day Change fees by airline
Last verified: 2025-12-24This fee category is where airlines monetize confusion. Do not judge the fare in isolation; price the trip as fare plus likely add-ons.
Quick check: Use the airline page after this hub to verify how the rule behaves on your fare class and route.
Common way to avoid the fee: The best loophole is usually not cleverness. It is choosing a fare or airline that does not need rescuing.
What to watch: Watch route carve-outs, fare-family differences, and whether the fee is really a disguised upsell.
Published rows on this page: 3
Published fee rows (source-linked)
| Airline | Amount | Applies to | Region / route | Timing | Conditions | Source | Last verified | Shortcut |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines (WN) | 0 USD | Choice / Choice Preferred / Choice Extra | All routes | day of travel | Free same-day change available only for Choice Extra, Choice Preferred, or Choice fares; Basic fares not eligible unless fare is upgraded | Source | 2025-12-24 | Fee guide |
| American Airlines (AA) | Varies USD | Eligible fares | Domestic | per request | Same-day confirmed change pricing varies by itinerary; starting at $60 | Source | 2025-12-22 | Fee guide |
| Delta Air Lines (DL) | 75 USD | Eligible fares | Domestic | per request | Same-day confirmed change; waived for Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Medallion members | Source | 2025-12-22 | Fee guide |
Use the Fee guide column if you want the airline-specific page that explains how this fee usually shows up in a real trip.