U.S. airlines aren’t required to compensate passengers for flight delays. Refunds are only guaranteed for entirely canceled flights (assuming the passenger opts not to be rebooked by the airline).

The ideal booking window for domestic flights is approximately one to two months prior to takeoff. You should plan much earlier for overseas travel to secure the most favorable rates. Flying earlier ...

This article was first published on NerdWallet.com. U.S. airlines aren’t required to compensate passengers for flight delays. Refunds are only guaranteed for entirely canceled flights (assuming the ...