British Airways’ cancellation and refund policies depend largely on the type of ticket purchased, the timing of the cancellation, and the method of booking. If you book directly with British Airways, you benefit from a 24-hour risk-free cancellation window, meaning you can cancel your flight within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, provided your travel date is at least seven days away. This policy does not apply if you booked through a third-party travel agent, in which case you must contact the agent directly to manage cancellations and refunds. For refundable tickets, passengers can cancel at any time before departure and receive a full refund, although some cancellation or processing fees may apply depending on the fare rules. Non-refundable tickets, which make up the majority of British Airways’ fares, generally do not qualify for cash refunds if canceled after the 24-hour window; instead, only refundable taxes and fees may be returned to the passenger. If you booked your flight using Avios points, you can cancel and have your points redeposited as long as you cancel before the flight’s departure. For British Airways Holidays packages, cancellation policies differ: cancellations made more than 72 hours before travel typically incur a 20% charge of the total package price, while cancellations within 72 hours usually receive no refund. Deposits may be forfeited depending on the timing and type of booking. If British Airways cancels your flight, you are entitled to a full refund regardless of ticket type. To cancel a flight booked directly, you can use the “Manage My Booking” section on the British Airways website by entering your booking reference and last name, then following the prompts to cancel. If you booked through a travel agent, you must contact them for assistance. Refunds are processed back to the original payment method, and the timing can vary depending on your bank or credit card issuer. It is important to carefully review the fare conditions at the time of purchase to understand your cancellation rights and any applicable fees. Overall, British Airways strives to offer flexibility within the constraints of fare rules, providing full refunds for refundable tickets and within the 24-hour cancellation window, while offering limited refunds or credits for non-refundable tickets.