Check your airline voucher, it might be expiring
United States travelers are holding an estimated $10 billion in outstanding airline credits. To avoid losing the credit, be sure to read the fine print.
Posted — UpdatedTo avoid losing the credit, be sure to read the fine print.
Many are finding the vouchers have restrictions and expiration dates that make them difficult to use.
Airlines offered vouchers instead of refunds over the last year, and there are use-by dates. That’s caused uncertainty with some travelers.
That’s two weeks after your last recommended dose. But the CDC still discourages non-essential domestic travel if you’re not fully vaccinated.
Even if you’re not ready to go just yet, if you received a flight voucher, check it and your airline. Tickets normally expire one year after purchase.
Here are policies for the busiest airlines at Raleigh-Durham International Airport:
Be aware that they’re issued in dollar amounts, not as a ticket replacement, so a particular flight could cost you more or less.
Some airlines, United and Frontier, for example, do not refund the difference.
Check with your airline about changes announced because, while they have been flexible, it won’t last forever.
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