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AIRLINE ERROR

Family's Lufthansa flight booked via United was changed to an impossible connection. See how they fought back and got a better itinerary.

Oh no! United Airlines changed our flight, and now we can’t make our connection

July 18, 2025July 16, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Brian Landmann books award tickets on Lufthansa through United Airlines. But when United changes his itinerary, he’s left with an impossible connection. Can he get United to fix this?

Categories The Travel Troubleshooter
Despite boarding her KLM flight, Lauren was marked a "no show" and forced to pay $550 for her return. Learn how to dispute erroneous airline charges.

KLM forced me to pay another $550 because I was a “no show.” But I wasn’t!

July 11, 2025July 9, 2025 by Christopher Elliott

Even though Lauren Stokowski has proof that she boarded her KLM flight, the airline insisted she was a no-show and forced her to pay for another ticket to get home. Can KLM fix this problem and refund her money?

Categories The Travel Troubleshooter
Satrupa Kagel, an American Airlines frequent flier, booked an award ticket from Tokyo to San Francisco only to discover the day before her flight that American Airlines had canceled her reservation without notice. After spending $3,548 on a last-minute ticket, she sought a refund from American Airlines. Despite months of waiting and no response, she finally got the airline to acknowledge their mistake and issue a full refund, including her miles. This case highlights the challenges of dealing with American Airlines and the importance of confirming your flight reservation.

American Airlines canceled my business class ticket by accident. Can you fix it?

May 1, 2025September 25, 2024 by Christopher Elliott

A day before Satrupa Kagel’s flight from Tokyo to San Francisco, she finds out American Airlines canceled her ticket. Is she on the hook for the $3,548 she had to spend for a last-minute ticket?

Categories The Travel Troubleshooter

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