Originally Posted by
BH62
OP here: to clarify, this was a domestic flight booked directly with DL from their website as a Skymiles general member w/ no advanced status. The originally booked FC fare was approx $1450 while the exact same itinerary is now quoted as approx $2050. There are presently two FC seats available. But does a cancellation somehow be considered a "modification" to be repriced such that the fee approaches the booked fare(s) differences rather than $200?
To be clear, fares are affected by inventory and advance purchase (among other things). You likely had a discounted advance purchase first class fare. Now, due to not having the advance purchase or correct inventory, the fare is more expensive. With a medical
emergency, Delta will waive the change fees, but they will not waive any additional air fare. I would at least ask for the fee waiver.