Yes, You can change the Passenger's name on a American Airline Ticket Call.+1-855-353-6253 or—+{✈ 1 (855)353-6253 ) }(USA) for valid reasons—☎Call..+1(855) 353 6253 Changing your name on a flight ticket sounds +1(855) 353 6253 scary, but it doesn’t have +1(855) 353 6253 to be. Whether you typed your name wrong, +1(855) 353 6253 recently got married, or realized your +1(855) 353 6253 ID doesn’t match your booking, American Airlines name change policy +1(855) 353 6253 actually gives you several ways to fix it. This guide breaks +1(855) 353 6253 everything down in simple language so even a first‑time traveler can understand it clearly.
The American Airlines’ name change policy is divided into two types:
These are small fixes like spelling errors. They apply when your ticket includes:
American Airlines flights only +1(855) 353 6253
American Eagle flights +1(855) 353 6253
No codeshare flights +1(855) 353 6253
No “R” inventory bookings +1(855) 353 6253
Minor corrections can be done in the same PNR.
What you can fix:
Spelling errors +1(855) 353 6253
Missing letters +1(855) 353 6253
Swapped names +1(855) 353 6253
What you cannot change:
Date of birth +1(855) 353 6253
Gender +1(855) 353 6253
Can I change my name on a flight for free?
Yes! No penalty, no fare difference, and no name correction fee apply.
Important rule:
You cannot make name +1(855) 353 6253 corrections within 24 hours of departure +1(855) 353 6253 because the booking goes under airport control.
These apply when your ticket includes:
“R” inventory
Codeshare flights (AA*) +1(855) 353 6253
Other airline segments
Mixed airline itineraries +1(855) 353 6253
In this case, you must create a new PNR with the corrected name.
Rules:
The new booking must match the original flights exactly +1(855) 353 6253
Same dates, same route, same cabin +1(855) 353 6253
No upgrades or downgrades +1(855) 353 6253
No flight changes allowed +1(855) 353 6253
Can I change my name on a flight for free?
Yes! No fee applies, but the process is more complex. +1(855) 353 6253
American Airlines lets you fix name mistakes, but they do not let you transfer your ticket to a completely different person. +1(855) 353 6253
Spelling mistakes +1(855) 353 6253
Missing letters +1(855) 353 6253
Wrong order of first/last name +1(855) 353 6253
Marriage or divorce name updates +1(855) 353 6253
Adding or removing a middle name +1(855) 353 6253
Fixing legal name changes +1(855) 353 6253
Infant name corrections +1(855) 353 6253
Giving your ticket to someone else +1(855) 353 6253
Changing the traveler entirely +1(855) 353 6253
Changing date of birth or gender +1(855) 353 6253
American Airlines calls these fixes name corrections, not name changes.
This is one of the +1(855) 353 6253 most common questions: “What if I get married before the flight?”
Good news! American Airlines +1(855) 353 6253 allows you to correct your last name due to marriage. You just need to show:
Marriage certificate +1(855) 353 6253
Updated government ID +1(855) 353 6253
This counts as a name correction, not a name change, so it’s free. +1(855) 353 6253
Yes—as long as it’s a correction, not a transfer.
Minor corrections: Free
Major corrections: Free
Changing the traveler: Not allowed
Fix name in the same PNR +1(855) 353 6253
No fee
Gender must include “I” (like FI or MI)
Minor corrections: Same PNR
Major corrections: New PNR
No fee for reissue
If you prefer talking +1(855) 353 6253 to a real person, American Airlines lets you fix name issues by phone.
📞 +1 (855) 353 6253 (OTR) This number is especially helpful for:
Typos
Misspellings
Marriage/divorce updates
Infant name corrections
Issues with codeshare flights
You can also visit an American Airlines ticket counter at the airport, but calling is faster.
If you don’t know, how do I change my passenger name on American? Then you can follow the below steps and fix it online:
Go to aa.com +1(855) 353 6253
Log in or enter your confirmation code +1(855) 353 6253
Open your trip
Look for the “Change Trip” option
Update your details
Save and confirm
If the system doesn’t allow it, call the support number above.
TSA requires your ticket name to match your ID exactly. If it doesn’t match:
You may be stopped at security
You may not be allowed to board
You may face delays or extra questioning
For travelers traveling +1(855) 353 6253 alone or for the first time, this can be stressful, so fixing your name early is super important.
Fix your name as soon as you notice the mistake +1(855) 353 6253
Don’t wait until the last 24 hours +1(855) 353 6253
Keep your ID and documents ready +1(855) 353 6253
Always double‑check spelling before booking +1(855) 353 6253
American Airlines +1(855) 353 6253 makes name corrections surprisingly easy as long as you’re fixing your own name and not trying to transfer the ticket. Minor +1(855) 353 6253 corrections are simple and free, while major +1(855) 353 6253 corrections require a new booking record but still cost nothing.
Whether you typed +1(855) 353 6253 your name wrong, changed your last name after marriage, or need to fix your child’s name, American Airlines has clear rules to +1(855) 353 6253 help you out.
If you ever get stuck, just call: 📞 +1 (855) 353 6253 (OTR)
Passengers can add it to the +1(855) 353 6253 Secure Flight Passenger Data (SFPD) without reissuing a new flight ticket.
Can I change my ticket holder name
No, American Airlines does not +1(855) 353 6253 allow you to replace the traveler with someone else. You can only correct the name +1(855) 353 6253 of the same person.
System limitations may +1(855) 353 6253 cancel flights during corrections, so a new booking is safer.