Absolutely — yes, you can cancel your Air Canada flight within 24 hours for free, and I’ve actually done it myself. A few months ago, I booked a last-minute ticket from Toronto to Vancouver late at night, only to realize the next morning that I’d chosen the wrong return date. I panicked at first, thinking I’d lose the fare, but then remembered Air Canada’s 24-hour cancellation policy.
Here’s how it went: I logged into my Air Canada account, went to “Manage Bookings,” and found the “Cancel” option right next to my itinerary. It clearly stated that I’d receive a full refund since the cancellation was within 24 hours of purchase. Within minutes, I got a confirmation email — and the refund hit my account in about 5 business days.
One tip: always double-check that you booked directly through Air Canada’s website or customer service. If you used a third-party site, their own policies might apply. But overall, Air Canada’s system made it incredibly easy and stress-free. Now I always feel comfortable booking early, knowing I can cancel risk-free if plans change within that 24-hour window.
