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| Ticket Type | Cancel Within 24h | Cancel Before Departure (Outside 24h) | Refund Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refundable | ✅ Full refund | ✅ Full refund | Original payment |
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| Basic Economy | ✅ Full refund | ❌ Cancellation allowed + fee ($99–$199) | eCredit (no cash) |
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| Basic Economy Awards | ❌ Fee on cancellation | ❌ Fee on cancellation | Redeposit minus mileage fee |
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