{"id":763,"date":"2025-03-07T07:06:34","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T07:06:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cheapairwp-admin.fareportal.com\/blog\/?p=763"},"modified":"2025-03-07T07:06:34","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T07:06:34","slug":"do-any-airlines-have-covid-19-policies-for-travelers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cheapair.com\/blog\/do-any-airlines-have-covid-19-policies-for-travelers\/","title":{"rendered":"Do any airlines have COVID-19 policies for travelers in 2025?"},"content":{"rendered":"

As of 2025, air travel has largely returned to normal, with most COVID-19-related restrictions lifted. However, policies and requirements continue to evolve, making it essential for travelers to stay informed. Here\u2019s what you need to know about airline policies, mask mandates, vaccination requirements, and upcoming travel changes.<\/p>\n

Airline Change and Cancellation Policies in 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many U.S. airlines have flexible change and cancellation fees. However, fare differences may still apply when changing flights. Below is an overview of major airline policies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Airline<\/strong><\/td>\nChange Fee<\/strong><\/td>\nCancellation Fee<\/strong><\/td>\nNotes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Alaska<\/strong><\/td>\n$0<\/td>\n$0<\/td>\nSame-day changes incur a $50 fee; passengers pay any fare difference.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
American<\/strong><\/td>\n$0<\/td>\n$0<\/td>\nSame-day changes cost $75; Basic Economy fares are non-changeable and non-refundable; passengers pay fare differences.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delta<\/strong><\/td>\n$0<\/td>\n$0<\/td>\nSame-day changes are $75; Basic Economy fares cannot be changed or refunded; fare differences apply.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Frontier<\/strong><\/td>\nVaries<\/td>\nCredit issued<\/td>\nChange fees depend on time before departure; purchasing “The Works” at booking makes the ticket fully refundable.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hawaiian<\/strong><\/td>\n$0<\/td>\n$0<\/td>\nBasic Economy fares are non-changeable and non-refundable.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
JetBlue<\/strong><\/td>\n$0<\/td>\n$0<\/td>\nSame-day changes are $75; Basic Blue fares can be changed for $200; fare differences apply.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Southwest<\/strong><\/td>\n$0<\/td>\n$0<\/td>\nSame-day flight changes depend on the original ticket purchased.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Spirit<\/strong><\/td>\nVaries<\/td>\nVaries<\/td>\nChange and cancellation fees vary based on the time before departure.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
United<\/strong><\/td>\n$0<\/td>\n$0<\/td>\nBasic Economy fares are non-changeable and non-refundable.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Note: Policies are subject to change, so always check with your airline before making travel plans.<\/p>\n

Mask Requirements on Domestic Flights<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Face masks are no longer required on domestic flights<\/a>. While federal mask mandates have ended, some airlines may still encourage or allow passengers to wear masks at their discretion. The CDC continues to recommend masking in enclosed spaces, especially for those at higher risk.<\/p>\n

Vaccination Proof for Domestic and International Travel<\/strong><\/h2>\n