Airline Passenger Rights & Dot Disclosures
Effective Date: March 2, 2026
This page summarizes important U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) airline consumer protections.
Wizfair acts as a travel agency and does not operate aircraft.
24-Hour Cancellation Rule
For flights:
- Originating in the United States, and
- Booked at least 7 days before departure
Airlines must allow cancellation within 24 hours of booking for a full refund.
This rule is governed by airline policy. Wizfair must receive your cancellation request within that timeframe.
Refunds for Canceled Flights
If an airline cancels your flight or makes a significant schedule change:
You may be entitled to a refund under DOT regulations, even for non-refundable tickets.
Refund eligibility is determined by the airline.
Baggage Fees
Airlines are required to:
- Disclose baggage fees before ticket purchase
- Refund baggage fees if the bag is significantly delayed
Wizfair does not set baggage fees.
Denied Boarding Compensation
If you are involuntarily denied boarding due to oversales, you may be entitled to compensation under DOT rules.
Compensation is handled directly by the airline.
Tarmac Delays
U.S. airlines must comply with DOT tarmac delay rules limiting how long passengers can remain on grounded aircraft.
Filing Complaints
You may file complaints with:
U.S. Department of Transportation
Aviation Consumer Protection Division
https://www.transportation.gov/airconsumer
