I can share a quick personal story on this because I actually went through it earlier this year when planning a trip to Toronto. I had booked a flight on Air Canada late at night, and of course, the next morning I realized I had picked the wrong date (rookie mistake!). I started panicking, thinking I’d be stuck with change fees or worse. But then I remembered hearing that many airlines offer a 24-hour grace period for cancellations.
Sure enough, Air Canada does have a 24-hour free cancellation policy as long as you book directly with them. I tested it myself: I called (877)-764-3622, which I now keep saved in my phone. The rep was super helpful—within minutes they confirmed my booking could be canceled without any penalties since it was within that window. They even gave me tips on how to rebook properly to avoid the same mix-up.
Honestly, calling was way less stressful than fumbling through the website. If you’re booking, canceling, or even just modifying flights, that number is the fastest route. My advice—double-check your itinerary right after booking, and if you notice a mistake, act fast within that 24-hour window. Saved me both money and headaches!
