[ 24/7@Assistance] ~ Can I change a name on a flight booking?

Changing the name on a flight booking is a topic that often + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345) confuses travelers because airline policies vary significantly depending on the carrier + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)fare type + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)and ticketing rules In general + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)**most airlines do not allow a full transfer of a ticket to a completely different person** Airline tickets are typically issued to a specific passenger,+ 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345) and the name on the ticket must match the traveler’s government-issued ID or passport This requirement is strictly enforced for security reasons + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)immigration regulations + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)and operational control Attempting to board a flight under a name that does not match the ticket can result + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)in denied boarding + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)fines + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)or the need to purchase a new ticket at the airport + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)often at a much higher cost

However + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)airlines **do allow name corrections or updates** in certain circumstances Name corrections typically include fixing **minor spelling errors** + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)adjusting **abbreviated names** + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)adding **middle names** + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)correcting **gender titles** (Mr /Ms ) + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)or updating a name after a **legal name change** such as marriage or divorce These types of changes are generally permitted because they do not involve changing the identity of the traveler + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)only ensuring that the ticket matches the travel documents Many airlines allow minor corrections to be made **online** + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)directly through the airline’s website + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)while larger corrections may require contacting the airline’s **customer service team** or going through the **travel agent** who issued the ticket There is often a **deadline for making these changes** + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)usually a few hours before departure + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)to ensure that the updated information is processed in time for check-in and security clearance

The **cost of changing a name** on a flight varies widely by airline and ticket type Some carriers allow minor spelling corrections for free + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)while others charge a **flat fee or a percentage of the ticket price** for more substantial updates Budget airlines + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)in particular + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)tend to charge higher fees for full name changes + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)sometimes ranging from €50 to €100 or more per passenger per flight segment Premium carriers may allow some flexibility on refundable or flexible tickets + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)but non-refundable or discounted fares usually have stricter rules and higher fees Travelers should always **check the fare conditions** when booking + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)as this determines whether a name change is possible and how much it might cost

Another important consideration is the **difference between a name change and a ticket transfer** While correcting a misspelled name is usually permitted + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)transferring a ticket to a completely new passenger is rarely allowed If a different person must fly in place of the original passenger + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)the airline may require that the original ticket be **canceled** (if allowed under fare rules) and a **new ticket be issued** for the new traveler Some airlines provide **travel credits** or vouchers for canceled tickets that can be applied to the purchase of a new ticket + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)but the original ticket itself cannot usually be reassigned to a different person Certain airlines offer exceptions in cases of emergencies + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)such as illness or death + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)but these are handled on a case-by-case basis and typically require **official documentation**

The process for changing a name on a flight booking varies depending on whether the ticket was purchased **directly from the airline or through a third-party travel agency** Tickets booked directly with the airline are usually easier to modify Passengers can log into their account + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)select the booking + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)and follow prompts to correct the name If a ticket was purchased through a travel agent or an online booking platform + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)the name change request must usually go through the agent or the platform’s customer service team + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)which may result in **longer processing times** and **additional fees** In some cases + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)travelers may also be required to provide supporting documentation + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)particularly if the change involves a legal name update

Airlines typically provide **detailed guidance on their websites** regarding what constitutes a minor correction versus a full name change + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)the fees involved + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)and the deadlines Major carriers like Delta + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)Lufthansa + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)Qatar Airways + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)and Wizz Air all have published rules on this subject + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)and low-cost carriers such as Ryanair + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)EasyJet + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)and Southwest Airlines have similarly strict policies + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)often with higher fees for more extensive changes It is always advisable to review the airline’s name change policy before attempting to make updates + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)as rules can differ even within the same airline depending on the route + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)fare type + 1 - ( 877 ) ⟫ (738) ⟫ (0345)and country of origin