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Information is current as of
Spain Travel Policy
Due to the Iberia Pilots' planned strike, customers ticketed to travel on AA* flights operated by Iberia or Iberia flights to or from the airports listed may change flights as shown. Note: American Airlines flights will operate as scheduled.
If you are traveling to or from:
- Barcelona, Spain (BCN)
- Madrid, Spain (MAD)
On the following dates: February 24, 2012
And your ticket was issued no later than: February 14, 2012
You may begin travel as late as: February 21 – 23, 2012
Original inventory required? No
OR
On the following dates: February 24, 2012
And your ticket was issued no later than: February 14, 2012
You may begin travel as late as: February 25 - March 24, 2012
Original inventory required? Yes
OR
On the following dates: February 29, 2012
And your ticket was issued no later than: February 17, 2012
You may begin travel as late as: March 1 - 3, 2012
Original inventory required? No
OR
On the following dates: February 29, 2012
And your ticket was issued no later than: February 17, 2012
You may begin travel as late as: March 4 - 24, 2012
Original inventory required? Yes
The ticket reissue charge will be waived for one ticket change.
To change travel dates or for questions regarding refunds or destination changes, contact our Reservations personnel at 1-800-433-7300 within the United States or Canada. If you are calling from outside the United States or Canada, please check our Worldwide Reservations Numbers page.
Malev Travel Policy
The Hungarian airline, Malev, has ceased operations effective February 3, 2012. The following travel policy has been issued for customers with tickets issued on/before February 2, 2012.
If you have an American Airlines ticket (ticket number begins with 001), which contains a flight operated by Malev:
If you are ticketed to travel within the next few days, please contact our Reservations personnel at 1-800-433-7300 within the United States or Canada for assistance with travel arrangements or refunds. If you are calling from outside the United States or Canada, please check our Worldwide Reservations Numbers page.
If you have a Malev ticket (ticket number begins with 182) with an AA flight:
American Airlines will honor these tickets for the AA flight, however we are unable to re-accommodate customers beyond the AA flight. If you have other airlines in your itinerary, please contact each airline directly.
If you have a Malev ticket (ticket number begins with 182):
Please contact the Malev call center for routing options to your destinations and information about the possibility of compensation:
- Hungary 06-40-21-21-21
- Overseas +36-1-802-11-11
Information is also available in the Malev press release.
Visit the British Airways website to learn about special fares on limited routes to/from Central Europe and London.
Guidelines For Lithium Batteries
Passengers wishing to carry spare lithium batteries for devices such as laptops, cell phones and cameras are required to pack them in their carry-on baggage with the terminals covered/insulated. Travelers may check bags that contain batteries, as long as they are installed in electronic devices.
Please see the following Web site for tips on traveling with spare batteries:
http://safetravel.dot.gov/tips.html
Location Specific Information
The following locations may experience irregular operations due to circumstances described below. Please check www.aa.com/gates for updated information. Also, please check our Suggested Arrival Times page to allow enough time to arrive at the airport before your departure.
- Dallas/Fort Worth, TX (DFW)
- The Terminal Renewal and Improvement Program is underway. Visit the DFW Airport website for up-to-date information on facility and garage changes.
- There are highway and ramp closures around DFW Airport. Visit the Texas Department of Transportation Lane Closure page for information.
- Delhi, India (DEL) - Check in time must be 3.5 hours in advance of departure time due to airport congestion and security checks.
- Los Angeles, CA (LAX) - Due to area road and bridge improvements as well as Terminal 4 construction, arrive early for departures from LAX. Flights have been relocated to a remote gate facility which is accessible by airport buses. Learn more about these important Los Angeles area travel alerts.
- Mexico (all cities) - In compliance with Mexican law, U.S. dollars may not be used for payment at airport ticket counters or travel centers. Accepted forms of payment include Mexican pesos, valid credit cards and traveler's checks.
- Miami, FL (MIA) - Baggage for confirmed flights may only be accepted up to five hours prior to confirmed departure.
- New York Kennedy (JFK) - Please allow extra time when departing New York Kennedy due to ongoing terminal construction.
- Orlando, FL (MCO) - Baggage for confirmed flights may only be accepted up to four hours prior to confirmed departure.
- San Diego, CA (SAN) - Please allow extra time when visiting San Diego due to construction at Terminal 2, which is expected to last through early 2013. During the construction, it may take longer than usual to arrive, park, get to the terminal and check in.
- San Francisco, CA (SFO) - Please allow extra time for rental car returns due to their remote location.
- Santa Ana/Orange County/John Wayne, CA (SNA)
- Security checkpoint A will be closed through February 26, 2012. There may be longer lines and possible delays at checkpoints B and C during the closure.
- Parking is limited at the airport. Please arrive early in order to find a parking space.
- Santa Barbara, CA (SBA) - Due to construction of the new terminal, unforeseen service interruptions may occur.
- Tucson, AZ (TUS) - For departure prior to 8 a.m. please arrive at least 90 minutes early due to long security lines.
- Venezuela (CCS, MAR) - The Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security is unable to determine whether Venezuelan airports that serve as the last point of departure for non-stop flights to the United States, maintain and carry out effective aviation security measures in accordance with the standards and appropriate recommended practices established by the International Civil Aviation Organization /ICAO/.
- Washington D.C. Dulles (IAD) - Please arrive at least one hour early when departing Washington Dulles due to mid-field terminal departures.
Important Travel Information
Strollers that are large, non-collapsible or over 20 lbs. must be checked at the ticket counter. Learn more about traveling with infants or children.
Customers with pets traveling as checked baggage are required to present a valid health certificate. Learn more about traveling with pets.
As a result of the Transportation Security Administration mandate, all passengers are required to have Secure Flight Passenger Data in their reservation at least 72 hours prior to departure in order to travel. Learn more about Secure Flight Passenger Data.
Changes to Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America checked bag charges for tickets purchased for the Main Cabin on or after February 8, 2012. Learn more about Baggage Charges.
