Spirit Airlines
Date Change Policy: Complete Rescheduling Guide

Changed your plans? This guide breaks down Spirit Airlines’ flexible booking policies, including how to change your flight online, what fees to expect, and how to avoid common pitfalls. While Go fares (basic economy) have reinstated change fees, higher-tier fares (Go Big, Go Savvy, Go Comfy) remain fee-free for changes, though fare differences may apply .

Spirit Airlines' Flight Change Guidelines

Eligibility
  • Go Fares (Basic Economy): Change fees apply based on proximity to departure .  
  • Go Big, Go Savvy, Go Comfy: No change fees, but fare differences apply .  
  • Cut-off Times: Changes must be made before scheduled departure. Post-departure changes are not permitted .  
Fees for Go Fares
  • 60+ days before departure: Free .  
  •  31–59 days before departure: $59 .  
  •  7–30 days before departure: $79 .  
  • Within 7 days of departure: $99 .  
Process

How to Change Your Flight Date: Complete Process

Rescheduling your Spirit Airlines flight is straightforward if you follow these steps:  

Access Your Booking
  1. Visit spirit.com and navigate to Manage Reservations.
  2. Enter your confirmation number and passenger last name to retrieve your itinerary.
Select 'Change Flight'
  1.  Once your trip is displayed, click on the “Change Flight” button .  
  2. Note that Go fares may have change fees depending on timing .  
Choose New Flight Dates
  • Use the calendar interface to select new travel dates. The system will display available flights and updated prices .  
  • Compare options, as fare differences can vary significantly depending on the new date and time. 
Review and Confirm Changes
  •  The system will show a breakdown of costs: any fare difference plus applicable change fees .  
  • If the new fare is lower, you will receive the difference as a travel credit valid for 90 days .  
  • Confirm the changes and proceed to payment if additional funds are required .  
Receive Updated Itinerary
  • Once processed, you will receive a new confirmation email. Ensure all details are correct before traveling .
Important Notes:
  • If you encounter errors online or have a complex itinerary, call Spirit Airlines at +1 (866) 240-3931 for assistance.
  • Changes must be completed before the scheduled departure of your original flight.
  • For flights cancelled by Spirit, rebooking or refunds are free.

Spirit Airlines Date Change Fees

Ticket Type 60+ Days 31–59 Days 7–30 Days Within 7 Days
Go Fares $0 $59 $79 $99
Go Big / Go Savvy / Go Comfy $0 $0 $0 $0

Example Scenario: Changing a domestic flight from June 15 to June 20 with a $50 higher fare and a Go fare booked 40 days prior would cost $59 fee + $50 fare difference = $109 total. If the new flight is $30 cheaper, you would receive $30 in travel credits.

Key Restrictions and Considerations

Fare Differences

assengers must pay any increase in fare when changing to a more expensive flight .  

Travel Credits

Valid for 90 days for most cancellations/changes, or 5 years for credits issued due to flight cancellations by Spirit .  

No-Show Policy

Customers who fail to cancel before departure forfeit ticket value .  

Group Changes

$50 fee for group name changes within 30 days of departure .

How We Facilitate Flight Changes

Need Help Rescheduling Your Spirit Airlines Flight? Our services include:  

  • Finding the lowest fare differences for new dates  
  • Processing changes and standby requests  
  • Handling complex itinerary changes  

You must make changes before your originally scheduled flight departs. Post-departure changes are not permitted .  

Yes. If the new flight is more expensive, you pay the difference. If cheaper, you receive the difference as a travel credit valid for 90 days .  

If the airline cancels or significantly changes your flight, you are entitled to a full refund or free rebooking .

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Disclaimer: Policies and fees are subject to change. This information is provided as a guide and does not constitute legal advice. Passenger rights may apply in cases of significant schedule changes or cancellations initiated by the airline.

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