Winter travel

Flight cancelled by snow?

Here is what US rules say you are owed, and what they do not cover.

Your right

You get a full refund

If the airline cancels and you decline the rebooking or a voucher. The cause, weather included, does not matter.

Not required

No hotel, meals or cash

Federal rules do not require them for weather. Your card's trip-delay cover might pay.

The clock

7 business days by card

20 calendar days if you paid by cash, check or debit.

Our advice

Ask for the refund

A voucher is the airline's offer, not your right. See the full guide.

Read the full guide