Originally Posted by
FlyingFreeYupie
Is this automatic from their end though? Or you need to proactively reach out to request said refund?
No, it won’t be automatic. If there is a real situation where UA puts you on another carrier by their choice and you have baggage charges which you would not have incurred had you flown UA, you should submit a claim online and I’m Fairly certain you’ll be reimbursed promptly.