Originally Posted by
DGCA3
As I mentioned, I simply can't cancel the flight, which is what I'd prefer. I can get a credit, IF I'm booking a new flight to replace it, plus the $200 change fee. The thing is that I don't know when I'll be able to go again. On American, I could simply cancel, then use that credit within a year of purchasing the original ticket.
I did do a preliminary change on their website to see what the prices were. If I was to fly out in late September, the price would only be the change fee of $200. But I don't know if that will be good for me. I think it's best to just cut my loses and lose this and plan better next time.
From what I understand based on comments here and from a friend who did this recently, you should be able to get credit for a future flight, provided you use it within a year. It doesn't have to be to London and you don't have to book it now. At least that was the case for my friend.