United Airlines provides a range of options when it comes to canceling your flight, depending on the type of ticket you purchased. The cancellation process is relatively straightforward for refundable tickets—you can cancel anytime before the flight and get a full refund. For non-refundable tickets, United typically offers travel credits that can be used for future flights, though these come with certain conditions such as time limits on when the credit can be applied.
If your travel plans change soon after booking, United may allow you to cancel within a specified window without charging a fee. Additionally, in cases where United cancels or significantly changes your flight schedule, you may be eligible for a refund or rebooking at no extra cost.