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NYThis is INSANE —- Stuck someplace due to a flight cancellation or delay? Me, too 😔 #Update - Now my standby flight has been canceled and my newly confirmed flight for today is three hours delayed 🫠 Anyway - what does a consumer reporter do???
If your flight is canceled:
- IMMEDIATELY go online and use Google Flights or Kayak to search for new flights.
- Make sure to also search airports near your outbound and return cities.
- Do NOT waste time by calling your airline or getting in line. Find and book immediately online!
- If there is a glitch when re-booking or buying new flight, keep trying. I kept getting an error message and had to try three times before my purchase for my new flight was finally processed.
- After you book, be on alert for changes and get on standby for other flights. Even if a flight is full, it’s possible to get a seat so might as well try.
Before you even get to the airport:
- Download Kayak or similar search app
- Download all airline apps so you can book other flights quickly and easily
- Make a contingency plan. Can you rent a car and drive? Take a train? Know your options in advance so you can immediately take next steps.
No matter what:
-Know that you are not alone in this nightmare! We will get through it.
-Be kind to airport and airline personnel and TSA staff! Everyone is doing the best they can.
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@nydiahan
