The process to change an Allegiant flight varies depending on the type of reservation, when the change is requested, and if Trip Flex was added to the reservation. The Allegiant Flight Change Policy covers the conditions for changing an eligible reservation, including applicable fees and deadlines. Without Trip Flex, eligible changes generally must be made at least seven days before departure and may include a $25 fee per person, per segment, plus any applicable airfare increase. Trip Flex allows one eligible change without the applicable airline change fee, but any fare difference or other travel costs are the passenger’s responsibility.
Allegiant Flight Change at a Glance
- Online changes: Allegiant provides Manage Travel for changing flights on Allegiant airlines and managing eligible reservations.
- Standard change fee: Without Trip Flex, Allegiant lists a $25 fee per person, per segment, plus any applicable airfare increase.
- Trip Flex: Allows one eligible itinerary change without the applicable airline change fee.
- Fare difference: If the replacement flight costs more, the passenger is responsible for the applicable increase.
- No-show: In case the deadline for any changes or cancellation is not adhered to, then the remaining itinerary will be cancelled and money lost.
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Can You Change an Allegiant Flight?
Yes. Eligible Allegiant reservations can generally be changed through Manage Travel. Availability and price will depend on reservation, timing and if Trip Flex was purchased. An Allegiant flight change request can include eligible date or itinerary changes, depending on the reservation. Through Allegiant’s Manage Travel, travellers can modify flight dates and other reservation details that are eligible to be changed.
Please check the reservation carefully before confirming. Allegiant air Change Flight requests are subject to a change fee and difference in airfare.
What Are the Allegiant Flight Change Rules?
The main Allegiant Flight Change Rules depend on whether Trip Flex is included with the reservation.
| Policy Feature | Without Trip Flex | With Trip Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Change Deadline | At least 7 days prior to departure | Up to 1 hour before departure (72 hrs for packages) |
| Change Fee | $25 per person, per segment | $0 (Waived for one eligible change) |
| Airfare Difference | Passenger pays any fare increase | Passenger pays any fare increase |
| Changes Within 7 Days | Not permitted / No credit given | Allowed up to 1 hr prior |
| Subsequent Changes | Standard terms & $25 fee apply | Subject to applicable standard reservation terms |
Without Trip Flex
- Changes and cancellations must be requested by passengers 7 days prior to scheduled departure.
- Air-ticket portion changes are subject to availability.
- The current listed change fee is $25 per person, per segment.
- Any applicable increase in airfare is additional.
- As a rule, no credit will be given for changes or cancellations made within 7 days of departure and not including Trip Flex.
With Trip Flex
- Trip Flex permits one change to an eligible reservation without the applicable airline change fee.
- In case of flights, such changes can be made usually 1 hour before the flight departure time.
- For air/hotel package purchases, Trip Flex changes can generally be made up to 72 hours before departure.
- The passenger is responsible for any additional costs of air fare, hotel, rental car or other travel expenses.
- Once the one-time Trip Flex change has been used, later changes are subject to the applicable reservation terms.
How Much Does It Cost to Change an Allegiant Flight?
Allegiant currently lists a $25 change fee per person, per segment for eligible air-ticket changes made without Trip Flex, plus any applicable airfare increase. So, the total will depend on the replacement flight and the booking. Hence, passengers must check the Allegiant airlines change flight fee mentioned for their specific booking before confirming the change.
For example:
- Replacement flights may also be subject to additional airfare if they are at a higher fare.
- Trip Flex may not be available and the applicable change fee may apply.
- Trip Flex can waive the applicable airline change fee for its eligible one-time change.
- Trip Flex does not remove an increase in airfare or other applicable travel-product prices.
Passengers can easily reschedule flight dates and manage reservations via Allegiant's online portal.
How Can You Change an Allegiant Flight Online?
The way to change an Allegiant flight online depends on the options for that particular booking. Eligible Allegiant reservations can generally be changed through Manage Travel for changing flight dates and managing other reservation services.
Follow these general steps:
- Go to the official Allegiant website.
- Open Manage Travel.
- Locate the reservation using the requested booking information.
- Open the trip details.
- Select the available flight-change option.
- Review the available replacement flights.
- Check the applicable change fee and any airfare difference.
- Confirm the change after reviewing the updated itinerary.
- Save the new confirmation details.
The options displayed can vary by reservation. Some package or other booking arrangements may require assistance from Allegiant Customer Care.
What Changes After You Modify Your Allegiant Reservation?
Change your reservation and review your new Allegiant itinerary. Don’t take anything in the original booking for granted.
Check:
- New departure date and time.
- New flight number, when applicable.
- Updated airport or city information.
- Seat assignment.
- Baggage selections.
- Any rental car or hotel that is part of the reservation.
- Updated confirmation details.
- Boarding-pass information when check-in becomes available.
Can You Change an Allegiant Flight by Phone?
Yes. Passengers who need help with an Allegiant passenger flight change can contact Allegiant Customer Care. The support you may get is dependent upon your booking and the change policies that apply.
Phone help is useful when the option you want is not on the internet or when the reservation includes other booking components.
Have your confirmation number and passenger information ready before you call Allegiant. This can help the representative locate the correct reservation.
What Happens If You Miss the Flight Change Deadline?
The deadline is important because according to existing terms between Allegiant, changes and cancellations for passengers without Trip Flex need at least seven days' notice prior to scheduled flight.
If a passenger does not make a change or cancel within the applicable timeframe and does not fly, Allegiant’s terms say the remaining itinerary could be cancelled and the funds forfeited.
Passengers should not leave checking their booking until the day of travel, but should check before the deadline for their reservation.
Is Changing a Flight Different from Canceling It?
Yes. Flight change alters eligible travel details. But reservation is still active. Cancellation is subject to the cancellation/refund/credit/forfeiture rules.
Allegiant's current terms also distinguish between reservations with and without Trip Flex, so the available outcome can differ.
What Should You Check Before Confirming the New Flight?
Please go through the entire summary of changes indicated for your booking prior to changing your flight.
Confirm:
- New travel date.
- Departure and arrival details.
- Applicable change fee.
- Airfare difference.
- Trip Flex status.
- Seat and baggage selections.
- Any connected hotel or rental-car arrangements.
- Updated confirmation information.
The displayed amount and choices for the individual booking are the last reference for the change to be confirmed. Airline rules and reservation-specific options are subject to change.
FAQs
Can I change only the date of my Allegiant flight?
Will my seat and baggage selections remain after a flight change?
What if I booked an Allegiant hotel or rental-car package?
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Written by Sarah Jenkins
Flight Deals & Travel Policy Analyst
Former airline yield management consultant turned travel writer. Sarah unpacks fare algorithms to help travelers save money.
