Unforeseen change of route and airport security

1. What happens if my flight is diverted to another airport?
2. Can you accompany through airport security?
3. What does change of airport required mean?
4. What are the security procedures at airports?
5. Why would a flight be redirected?
6. What does diverted mean in a flight?
7. Can a non-ticketed passenger through security?
8. Do you need boarding pass to go through security?
9. Can I bring a guest through clear?
10. Can I get a refund if my flight is rescheduled?
11. Can I cancel a flight and get a refund?
12. What are my rights if flight is changed?

What happens if my flight is diverted to another airport?

Rights if your flight has been diverted

Sometimes airlines can't fly to the scheduled destination. 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.

Can you accompany through airport security?

Most airlines do give out gate passes, which allow non-ticketed individuals to accompany ticketed passengers past security to the gate. However, gate passes are typically meant, at least officially, for parents of unaccompanied minors, people assisting elderly or disabled passengers, and military families.

What does change of airport required mean?

The most common reason airlines may fly you out of a different airport than the one you booked is a schedule change. This is when the airline has decided to decrease the frequency of flights—or to drop them entirely—to or from your destination. ... Weather also is a common reason for switching airports.

What are the security procedures at airports?

1. Remember airport security starts at home. You're already familiar with regulations and checkpoint procedures, such as removing your coat and shoes and packing 3-1-1 bags (i.e., putting all carry-on liquids and gels in 3.4-oz or smaller containers — all inside a clear, 1-quart zip-top bag).

Why would a flight be redirected?

Flights can be diverted for many reasons. Bad weather, mechanical problems, strikes, armed conflict, and natural disasters can cause a flight diversion. Airline pilots may also divert flights because of disruptive passenger behavior, passenger or crew health issues, or legal issues that involve passengers.

What does diverted mean in a flight?

Information for a Diverted Flight

A diverted flight is one that has been routed from its original arrival destination to a new, typically temporary, arrival destination. The leg of the flight that is routed back to the original arrival destination is called the recovery leg.

Can a non-ticketed passenger through security?

But now, a growing list of U.S. airports have the OK from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to offer airside access to non-ticketed visitors so they can shop, eat, check out the airplanes and hug at the gate.

Do you need boarding pass to go through security?

Select airports and security checkpoints around the country now have TSA credential authentication technology (CAT). The portable CAT machines help speed travelers through security a bit faster since TSA officials will simply scan your photo ID and send you on your way. No need to show your boarding pass.

Can I bring a guest through clear?

Members can bring one (1) adult guest through the CLEAR Lane per day at stadiums and venues. Children under 18 don't need a membership and can go through the Lane when accompanied by an adult.

Can I get a refund if my flight is rescheduled?

If your domestic flight is expecting a delay of more than 6 hours, the rescheduled time should be communicated to you more than 24 hours before your original scheduled departure time. The airline is also bound to offer you an alternative flight within 6 hours or a full refund on your ticket.

Can I cancel a flight and get a refund?

You are entitled to a refund for your canceled flight — even if the airline says you aren't. And this may be possible when an airline makes a significant adjustment to its schedule as well.

What are my rights if flight is changed?

If it's a refund you're usually entitled to money back for any unused flights on your booking. ... Cancellation – If your flight is cancelled you're covered by law and entitled to a refund or alternative flight. If the cancellation is within 14 days of departure you could also be entitled to compensation.