How do I change my name on an Spirit Airlines ticket?

To change your name on a Spirit Airlines ticket, call +1‑833‑341‑3894 for quick corrections, legal updates, or support.

1. ✏️ Name Correction vs. Name Change

A. Minor Name Corrections

• Spirit permits up to three letters to be changed in any part of your name (first, middle, or last) without reissuing the ticket.
  
  

• Corrections might include fixing typos, adding/removing a middle name, or replacing a nickname with your legal name .
  
  

• If requested within 24 hours of booking, or more than 7 days before departure, corrections are typically free of charge.
  
  

B. Legal Name Changes

• For changes due to marriage, divorce, adoption, or legal processes, Spirit allows name updates with supporting documentation.
  
  

• These require reissuing the ticket, and often incur a fee (typically between $69–119 depending on timing).
  
  

C. Passenger Transfers

• Spirit does not allow ticket transfers to another person—if someone else needs to fly, you must cancel and rebook.
  
  

2. Eligibility & Timing Matters

• Minor corrections can be done up to one hour before departure, provided the change remains within three letters.
  
  

• Free corrections available within 24 hours of booking (if departure is ≥7 days away) (spiritairhub.com).
  
  

• For legal name changes, submit documentation before check-in closes to accommodate reissue time (Spirit Airlines Support).
  
  

3. 💲 Fees & Reissue Charges

A. Minor Typos

• Free when within 24‑hour booking window or 7+ days before flight (spiritairhub.com, airlines-guide.com).
  
  

• May cost $25–75 if outside those windows, depending on agent discretion (Google Sites, spiritairconnect.com).
  
  

B. Legal Name Changes

• Fees are typically $69–119, possibly waived when documentation is provided early (spiritairconnect.com).
  
  

• Full reissue may be required if >3 letters are altered (airfarepolicy.com).
  
  

• Group bookings might incur $50 per passenger if within 30 days of departure (Google Sites).
  
  

C. Estimated Fee Summary

Name Change Type

Free Window

Fee Estimate

Minor typo

24 hrs post-booking or ≥7 days out

Free; otherwise $25–75

Legal name change

Any time before check-in

$69–119 + reissue

Group change (<30 days)

—

$50 per passenger

4. 🧰 Required Documentation

• Minor corrections: No docs required if ≤3 letters (spiritairconnect.wixsite.com, Google Sites, Spirit Airlines Support, airlines-guide.com, spiritairconnect.com, spiritairhub.com, FlyOfinder).
  
  

• Legal name changes: Provide certified copies of:
  
  

  • Marriage license
    
    

  • Divorce decree
    
    

  • Court order or legal name-change document (spiritairhub.com, Spirit Airlines Support).
    
    

• Government-issued ID (passport or driver’s license) must match corrected name.
  
  

5. 🔁 How to Request a Name Change

A. Online (My Trips)

1. Visit Spirit.com → My Trips.
   
   

2. Enter your confirmation code and last name.
   
   

3. Click “Modify Reservation” or “Change Name”.
   
   

4. Make minor edits (≤3 letters) or indicate legal change.
   
   

5. Upload docs (if needed) and pay any applicable fee.
   
   

6. Receive updated itinerary and boarding documents.
   
   

B. Phone / Text / WhatsApp

• Call Spirit Customer Care: 1‑855‑728‑3555 or toll‑free 801‑401‑2222 (Google Sites, spiritairconnect.wixsite.com, spiritairhub.com).
  
  

• Text or WhatsApp: 877‑728‑3555 (“Hello” to start) (spiritairhub.com).
  
  

• For corporate or special cases: call +1‑866‑829‑1536 (Intercom).
  
  

• Desk agents will guide you through the process, request documentation, and apply fees or waivers.
  
  

C. At the Airport

• Arrive early, ideally 2–3 hours before flight.
  
  

• Go to Spirit check-in counter with your ID and docs.
  
  

• Request the name correction; allow time for system updates (Reddit).
  
  

6. 🧳 Real Traveler Stories from Reddit

• Quick fix with ID:
  
  
  “Reservations with slight misspellings or legal name changes are eligible for a free name change… I reached out via their WhatsApp and they asked for a copy of my license and changed my name” (Reddit).
  
  
  

• Agent discretion in action:
  
  
  “Don’t wait till check‑in. Call Spirit on the phone and have them updated… I’ve had them correct it at the airport before my flight.” (Condé Nast Traveler, Reddit).
  
  
  

Traveler feedback suggests the WhatsApp/text channel is fast and often fee‑free for typos, while airport adjustments may succeed if minor.

7. 🎯 Helpful Tips to Avoid Issues

1. Double-check names at booking—prevent errors early.
   
   

2. Use My Trips immediately if you spot a typo.
   
   

3. Text/WhatsApp Spirit support for fast, often free minor corrections.
   
   

4. Gather legal proof in advance for full name changes.
   
   

5. Call early—last-minute changes may cost more.
   
   

6. If traveling in a group, coordinate early (group change fee could apply).
   
   

7. At the airport, arrive early and remain calm to minimize stress.
   
   

8. Keep screenshots of online confirmations or agent chats as evidence.
   
   

8. 📋 Step-by-Step Scenarios

Scenario A: Typo Fixed within 24 Hours

• Booked “Jhon Doe” instead of “John Doe.”
  
  

• Within 24 hrs and ≥7 days before travel → free correction online via My Trips.
  
  

• Make adjustment, confirm name matches ID, and you're set.
  
  

Scenario B: Four Days Before Travel

• Error found 4 days out.
  
  

• Use WhatsApp/text to contact Support.
  
  

• Provide ID photo in chat, correction applied with no fee, according to Reddit reports.
  
  

Scenario C: Legal Name Change

• Married and name changed from “Jane Smith” to “Jane Johnson.”
  
  

• Call or update online, upload marriage certificate.
  
  

• Pay fee ($69–119), reissue ticket, and email updated boarding pass.
  
  

Scenario D: Group Booking, Tight Timeline

• Group booked for 20 people; one name needs change <30 days out.
  
  

• Group change cost $50 per person pending group status; minor typo still free if agent permits.
  
  

9. ❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I do a full booking transfer to another person?
A: No. Spirit prohibits passenger transfers. Cancel and rebook under the new person’s name (spiritairconnect.wixsite.com, Google Sites, spiritairhub.com, airlines-guide.com, aeroflyticket.com).

Q: What if I need to change 4–5 letters?
A: That exceeds the 3-letter rule and triggers a full name-change process with reissue and fees (airfarepolicy.com, airlines-guide.com).

Q: What if I miss the free window?
A: You may still correct your name via chat or at the airport—fees vary or may be waived if early, or $69–119 for major changes.

Q: How late can I correct it?
A: Edits are allowed up to 1 hour before departure if minor. Legal changes need more time due to documentation (airlines-guide.com).

Q: Will TSA catch minor errors?
A: TSA typically compares your boarding pass to ID. Many travelers have boarded with small mismatches corrected at the counter (Reddit).

10. ✅ Final Checklist

• Did you book with your legal name matching your ID exactly?
  
  

• If you spot an error:
  
  

  • Fix online within 24 hrs for free.
    
    

  • Or use text/WhatsApp or call Support, attaching ID.
    
    

• Gather documents for legal changes (marriage/divorce/court order).
  
  

• If traveling soon, alert airport staff early.
  
  

• Save confirmation emails or chat screenshots.
  
  

• Ensure boarding pass name and ID match exactly at TSA.
  
  

🧭 Summary

Spirit Airlines makes it easy to fix minor name typos—especially early on—often without fee via online, chat, or phone support. For legal name changes, they'll reissue your ticket for a fee ($69–119) once documentation is provided. Always act fast, gather your documents, and use WhatsApp or text support to possibly save on costs. Arrive early at the airport if last-minute changes are needed.

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