Airline changes plane, boarding is done by calling names, my name not called, Service insists that I was late [closed]

1. What are my rights if my flight is diverted?
2. Do airlines allow name changes?
3. Will airlines deny boarding?
4. Can an airline change my flight without telling me?
5. Can you claim if your flight is diverted?
6. How much notice will I get if my flight is Cancelled?
7. Why do airlines not allow name changes?
8. How can I change my passenger name on flight ticket?
9. What happens if you change your name after booking a flight?
10. What are my rights if I am denied boarding?
11. How do airlines choose who gets bumped?
12. Can airlines force you to take a voucher?

What are my rights if my flight is diverted?

If your flight is diverted, the airline must get you to the destination airport on your ticket or reservation at no extra cost to you. You may be entitled to compensation if there has been a delay. ... The airline may arrange alternative forms of transport for you, such as a coach or train.

Do airlines allow name changes?

Yes. You can change the name on a flight ticket but the airline will normally charge you an administration fee to do so. Some airlines will allow you to change the name on your reservation because of a spelling mistake but won't allow you to transfer your flight to somebody else.

Will airlines deny boarding?

Boarding denials happen when a passenger present herself to the gate on time but the airline denies her access to the plane. It's also called being "bumped off" a flight. There are other cases of boarding denials, but these do not give passengers a right to compensation for denied boarding.

Can an airline change my flight without telling me?

Are airlines allowed to change my flights? Yes, but only 14 days or more before departure, and they have to tell you. ... However, if a flight number is changed it might mean the flight has been cancelled, and therefore you might be eligible for compensation or a refund.

Can you claim if your flight is diverted?

If your flight was diverted to a different airport then you may be able to claim compensation if you arrived at your final destination more than 3 hours later than planned. However, you will not be entitled to compensation if the diversion/delay was caused by extraordinary circumstances.

How much notice will I get if my flight is Cancelled?

Seven to 14 days' notice

If your new flight departs no more than two hours before the scheduled time of your original flight AND your new flight arrives less than four hours after the scheduled time of your original flight, you are not entitled to financial compensation.

Why do airlines not allow name changes?

The airlines wanted to ensure that didn't happen to them, so they made the rule that the names on the tickets can't be changed. That way they can't be resold by speculators/scalpers.

How can I change my passenger name on flight ticket?

Currently, the tickets are non-transferable, hence, name changes on a confirmed reservation are not permissible. You will need to cancel your ticket and book a new ticket with the new passenger's name.

What happens if you change your name after booking a flight?

The TSA will not accept a marriage certificate as a form of identification. So, bring your driver's license or passport when you fly. 3.) Most airlines will not update a name on a ticket, and will charge full fare for a new ticket in a different name.

What are my rights if I am denied boarding?

Your rights regarding denied boarding

If the airline cannot give you a reason why you were denied boarding, you are entitled to a replacement flight. If you are not satisfied with the alternative flight offered, you have the right to cancel the booking and receive a full refund for the cost of the ticket.

How do airlines choose who gets bumped?

Some general guidelines that airlines use to determine who will be bumped include: Those who didn't choose a seat when booking a flight. Those who check-in at the last minute. Those who aren't at the gate 30 minutes before take-off.

Can airlines force you to take a voucher?

The key point here is that there needs to be a signed agreement by the passenger to say they are willing to accept vouchers in place of money. If the passenger has not done so then they are under no obligation to accept the airline's offer of vouchers and can insist on cash.