American Airlines Name Change & Correction Policy

American Airlines has a structured policy for name changes and corrections on tickets. While minor corrections are allowed, major changes may have restrictions. Below is a detailed guide on the process, fees, and requirements for name changes with American Airlines. Minor Name Corrections American Airlines permits minor name corrections to ensure the name on the ticket matches the government-issued ID. These include: Correcting spelling errors (e.g., "Jhon" to "John") Fixing a single-letter mistake in the first or last name Adjusting spacing, hyphens, or capitalization errors Updating a middle name or initial for consistency These corrections can often be made without a fee, but the name must match official identification.