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- Minimum Connection Time (MCT): When selecting a new connecting flight, you must ensure the layover at the connection city (the middle airport) is equal to or greater than the Minimum Connection Time (MCT). If the layover is too short, the booking will fail, and the agent must correct it, which is another crucial function of the call to ☎️+1(844)-833-1054.
- Ticket Eligibility: Verify your ticket type before calling. Main Cabin and higher tickets have no change fees, but Basic Economy tickets are generally non-changeable and would require cancellation (for a fee) and rebooking for the new schedule, a process you should confirm by contacting ☎️+1(844)-833-1054.
Understanding that the change affects the entire ticket, not just the single flight, is key to navigating the complexity of rescheduling a connection.
Step 2: Choosing Your Rescheduling Method
For a connecting flight modification, the choice between online self-service and speaking to a specialist is often determined by the complexity of the fare and the presence of multiple payment methods or credits. A. Online Modification (Simple Cases)
The American Airlines website is suitable if you have a straightforward Main Cabin ticket, are changing flights that are weeks or months out, and have no travel credits to apply.
- Find Your Trip: Use your confirmation code (PNR) to access your trip under the "My Trips" section.
- Select "Change Trip": The system will allow you to select the segment(s) you wish to change and search for the new connecting flight options.
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