How Do I Get a Refund for a British Airways Flight I Missed Due to Personal Emergency?

This article discusses various ways to approach British Airways customer relations to receive a refund for a flight missed due to a personal emergency. It also suggests reaching out to British Airways with any questions or if assistance is needed throughout the process.

Jeff Whelpley is the editor / author responsible for this content.
Dec 9, 2022

British Airways, one of the largest airline providers in the UK, is a popular choice among consumers. There may be a reason you need to request a refund due to a personal emergency. There are different paths you can take to achieve this. If you have any questions or need assistance, reach out to British Airways.

Reach Out Via Phone or Mail to British Airways to Request a Refund

The best way to request a refund for a British Airways flight is to reach out directly to customer relations.

You can do this via a phone call or by writing a formal letter which should include your name, the reason for your request, and your flight details.

The address to use to send a formal letter is as follows:

British Airways Customer Relations

2 Park Avenue Suite 1100

New York, NY

10016

Reach Out Online to British Airways to Request a Refund

You can also reach out online to British Airways Customer Relations to request a refund for a flight, as follows:

1. Go to britishairways.com.

2. Log in using the username and password that you used to first create your account.

3. Go to Help.

4. Next you will see Booking.

5. Under Booking, choose Delays, Cancellations, and Refunds.

6. After you see Delays, Cancellations, and Refunds, you will see Rebook and Refund Options which is where you will find information to start the process of receiving your refund for a flight missed due to a personal emergency.

7. Make sure you have your flight information such as your booking reference and your last name.

It is important to note that reaching out directly to customer relations is the fastest way to start the process of receiving a refund for a British Airways flight missed due to an emergency.

If you need any assistance, you can contact British Airways.

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