Can I avoid a cancellation fee by flying stand by?

Question

If i show up at the airport a week before the date on my ticket will they possibly let me in on stand by if seats are available or will i have to pay a cancellation/change fee anyways. im flying american if that helps.

I'm hoping that since I already purchased the ticket, I won't have to pay the extra hundred bucks to leave earlier.

Answer 1

This won't be possible with American as they only allow same-day standby.

If your plans are firm to leave a week earlier, I would change your flight as soon as possible since you will be responsible not only for the change fee but also any difference in fare.

Good luck!

Answer 2

a whole week in advance?? you might want to call the airline.  I would think that a day or 2 wouldnt tho...

Answer 3

as far as I know you can only go standby the day you were scheduled to travel