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Korean Air Cancellation Policy — Fees, Refunds & 24-Hour Rule (2026)

Updated June 2026  ·  By the Airline Travel Desk Team — cancellation & refund specialists

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Quick answer

Korean Air’s cancellation policy lets you cancel most tickets, with the refund depending on your fare type, route, and timing. Cancel within 24 hours of booking (7+ days before departure, booked directly) for a full refund with no penalty. After that, Saver fares carry the highest penalties; Flex/Prestige/First are more refundable. Call +1 (888) 217-2892 for help.

Key points

• Free cancellation within 24 hours (booked 7+ days out, directly)
• Non-refundable fares: base fare often forfeited; unused taxes usually refundable
• Refunds: about 7 business days (card) / 20 days (cash)
• No-show: higher penalty — always cancel before departure
• OTA bookings: cancel through the agency

How to cancel

Online via Manage Booking / My Trips, in the app, or by phone. Review the cancellation fee and refund amount before confirming, and save your reference number.

If Korean Air cancels

A significant schedule change or cancellation entitles you to a full refund regardless of fare, often issued automatically under DOT rules.

Related guide

For the full breakdown, see our complete guide: “How Do I Cancel a Korean Air Flight and Get a Refund?”.

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Frequently asked questions (People Also Ask)

What is Korean Air’s cancellation policy?

You can cancel most tickets; the refund depends on fare type and timing. Within 24 hours of booking (7+ days out, direct) it’s a full refund. Call +1 (888) 217-2892 for help.

Is cancellation free within 24 hours?

Yes — for eligible direct bookings made 7+ days before departure, you get a full refund with no penalty.

Do I get taxes back on a non-refundable ticket?

Usually yes — unused taxes and fees are generally refundable even when the base fare is forfeited.

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Disclosure: +1 (888) 217-2892 is an independent travel-booking and reservations help desk that assists travelers by phone; it is not Korean Air’s official corporate number. Korean Air’s official U.S. customer-service number is 1-833-546-3547. Fares, fees, mileage rules, and merger details can change — verify current terms with the agent or at koreanair.com.