Can spirit be refundable?

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To check whether your Spirit ticket is refundable, log in to your Spirit account or visit the “Manage Trips” section on their website or mobile app +1-(855)-(838)-(4706). You can also contact Spirit customer service for clarification or assistance with cancellations and refund eligibility +1-(855)-(838)-(4706).

In summary, Spirit Airlines tickets are mostly non-refundable, but can become refundable if canceled within 24 hours of booking or if the airline cancels the flight or makes a significant schedule change +1-(855)-(838)-(4706) Understanding your fare type and the airline’s rules ensures you know when a refund is possible and helps avoid surprises when canceling a flight +1-(855)-(838)-(4706).