Can You Get a Refund for Southwest Flight Price Drops?

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Southwest Airlines offers a price drop refund policy for tickets purchased under the Wanna Get Away fare. In the discussed case, a ticket price dropped from $180 to $134, prompting inquiries about obtaining a refund for the difference. Customers can receive a refund for the first price drop, and it is possible to request additional refunds if prices drop again. However, if the return flight's price does not drop, customers typically receive a travel credit for future use.

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So, my Team Leader and I bought our tickets through Southwest on April 1.

Today, it looks like the one leg of our trip (Philly to Chicago) has dropped in price from $180 to $134. The return trip has not dropped from the $180 we paid.

A couple points / questions :

1) These were Wanna Get Away rates. We are looking into get the price difference refunded to us. Anyone have any experience with that? :confused:

2) If the rate drops once and you get a refund of the difference, can you do that again if the rate drops a 2nd time? :confused:

3) I wonder if this has anything to do with the holes they found in their planes...... :yuck:

4) I hope the rate for the return flight drops too! :D
 
pretty sure that you just get a credit to apply to another flight at a different time....That is what has happened with me in the past with southwest......I am not worried about the planes at all....I fly minimum 3 times per year sometimes 6 times....Southwest has one of the lowest issues with plane problems out of all of the carriers. I looked it up. You can do the search as well in any search engine....Good Luck!
 
I just checked and the cheapest Southwest price was $176.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a refund if the price of my Southwest flight drops after I book?

Southwest Airlines does not offer refunds for flight price drops. However, they do have a flexible policy that allows you to rebook your flight at the lower fare and receive a travel credit for the difference.

How do I rebook my Southwest flight to take advantage of a price drop?

You can rebook your Southwest flight by visiting the Southwest Airlines website or app. Enter your confirmation number and last name to access your booking, then select the option to change your flight. If the new fare is lower, the difference will be issued as a travel credit.

Is there a fee for rebooking a Southwest flight if the price drops?

No, Southwest Airlines does not charge any fees for changing or rebooking flights. You can change your flight as many times as needed without incurring additional costs.

How long do I have to rebook my Southwest flight after a price drop?

You can rebook your Southwest flight at the lower fare anytime before your original flight departs. However, the new flight must be booked for travel within the same fare rules and availability.

What happens to my travel credit if I rebook due to a price drop?

Your travel credit will be issued in the form of a voucher that can be used for future travel with Southwest Airlines. It is important to use this credit before its expiration date, which is typically one year from the original booking date.

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