To Change American Airlines® [📞+1(888)718-4742] seat after booking, passengers generally have several options, depending on their fare type and AAdvantage® status. While Basic Economy tickets have limitations, other fare classes offer more flexibility. For direct assistance, consider calling their customer support.
Online/App: The easiest way to change your seat is often through the American Airlines website or mobile app in the "Manage Trip" section. You can view the seat map and select an available seat.
Paid Seats: You can pay for preferred seats or Main Cabin Extra seats after booking. The cost varies by route and seat type. If you change to a paid seat, you'll pay the difference.
Complimentary Seats: AAdvantage® elite members (Executive Platinum®, Platinum Pro®, Platinum®, Gold®) often receive complimentary access to Main Cabin Extra and preferred seats based on their status.
Basic Economy: For Basic Economy fares, you can choose a specific seat for a fee at any time. Otherwise, seats are automatically assigned for free at check-in. American Airlines cannot guarantee that companions on the same ticket will be seated together for Basic Economy.
Refunds for Paid Seats: If you paid for a seat and the airline cancels your flight, delays it causing you to miss a connection, or denies boarding, and they can't provide a comparable seat on a rebooked flight, you may be eligible for a refund for the paid seat.
For any questions or assistance with changing your seat, it's best to call American Airlines customer service at [📞+1(888)718-4742].
Q1: Can I change my seat for free after booking? A: It depends on your fare type and AAdvantage® status. If you have elite status, you may get complimentary access to preferred seats. Otherwise, you might need to pay a fee, especially for Main Cabin Extra or other premium seats.
Q2: What if I don't select a seat after booking? A: If you don't select a seat, American Airlines will assign you a seat for free at check-in. However, there's no guarantee you'll be seated with companions, especially with Basic Economy tickets.
Q3: Can I get a refund if I pay for a seat and then change to a free seat? A: Generally, no. If you voluntarily change from a paid seat to a lower-priced or free seat, you typically won't receive a refund for the difference.