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Spirit Cancellation & Refund Policy
Spirit Cancellation & Refund Policy — Summary
Spirit refund rules: refundable vs non-refundable fares, travel credit validity, and when US DOT rules entitle you to cash back instead of a voucher.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Refundable fares: Spirit sells a refundable option at booking.
- Non-refundable fares: Cancelled non-refundable fares become Reservation Credit after any applicable fee..
- How long credits last: Spirit Reservation Credits carry a defined validity window from issue — read the specific credit terms, as they are shorter than the legacy carriers' twelve months..
- Your rights when the airline cancels: When Spirit cancels or significantly changes a flight and you decline the alternative, DOT rules require a cash refund rather than credit..
Refundable fares
Spirit sells a refundable option at booking. Standard fares are not refundable.
Non-refundable fares
Cancelled non-refundable fares become Reservation Credit after any applicable fee.
How long credits last
Spirit Reservation Credits carry a defined validity window from issue — read the specific credit terms, as they are shorter than the legacy carriers' twelve months.
Your rights when the airline cancels
When Spirit cancels or significantly changes a flight and you decline the alternative, DOT rules require a cash refund rather than credit.
Cancelling before departure
No-show forfeits the fare entirely. Spirit enforces this strictly.
How to request a refund
Spirit pushes hard toward self-service and charges for agent-assisted transactions at the airport. Use spirit.com and the app for everything you can.
If the airline does not respond
Spirit's customer support portal accepts formal complaints. The US DOT route remains available and Spirit responds to DOT-filed complaints promptly.
Spirit cancellations & refunds — common questions
Can I get a refund from Spirit?
Spirit sells a refundable option at booking. Standard fares are not refundable. Cancelled non-refundable fares become Reservation Credit after any applicable fee.
How long is a Spirit travel credit valid?
Spirit Reservation Credits carry a defined validity window from issue — read the specific credit terms, as they are shorter than the legacy carriers' twelve months.
Do I get cash back if Spirit cancels my flight?
When Spirit cancels or significantly changes a flight and you decline the alternative, DOT rules require a cash refund rather than credit.
More Spirit help
Booking Spirit? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.