Originally Posted by
rustykettel
Most likely, yes. If it meets the definition of a schedule change in Rule 1 of Alaska's contract of carriage, then it is eligible for a refund under Rule 8D. There is an exception for Force Majeure events, however I don't believe we've heard reports of Alaska exercising that exception for the present circumstances.
https://www.alaskaair.com/content/le...arriage/rule-8
My flight actually changed earlier today and the agent quickly fulfilled my request. I was expecting her to try to deny the refund but she was pleasant the whole time. Although I didn't have to quote any rules, etc. Thanks for the info!