Legal expert details what travelers are entitled to after massive East Coast flight cancellations

Travelers affected by flight cancellations on the East Coast can request a full cash refund under U.S. Department of Transportation regulations, according to federal consumer protection rules. However, accepting a rebooking to a later flight may forfeit the right to claim a refund, though specific eligibility depends on the reason for the cancellation and the airline's response timeline. The DOT requires airlines to offer either a refund or rebooking; travelers who choose rebooking cannot later demand cash back for the same disruption.

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