I actually went through this exact situation with Air Canada last spring. I had booked a flight from Toronto to Vancouver, but right after I clicked purchase, I realized I picked the wrong return date. At first, I panicked thinking I’d be stuck paying change fees, but then I remembered hearing about their 24-hour free change and cancellation policy. Basically, as long as you modify or cancel within that first day after booking, you don’t pay a penalty.
I didn’t want to mess it up online, so I called (877)-764-3622, which honestly turned out to be the easiest option. The rep confirmed my booking details and walked me through the steps. Within ten minutes, my flight was changed to the correct date and I didn’t pay a dime extra. They even sent me a fresh confirmation email right away.
So yes, you can absolutely change your Air Canada flight within 24 hours for free—just don’t wait too long because once that window closes, regular change fees apply. My advice: if you notice any mistake, call right away. For me, (877)-764-3622 was the fastest way to get it sorted without stress.
