Refund
the taxes on an
unused plane ticket

Is your ticket non-refundable? Even if you can't get the ticket price back, some taxes and fees may still be refundable when you didn't take your flight.

Find out how to claim your tax refund yourself, step by step, with our practical guides for each airline.

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Unused ticket?

Missed your flight, cancelled your trip, or decided not to travel? Some taxes may still be recoverable.

Complicated process?

Each airline has its own rules, forms and deadlines. Our guides help you avoid the most common mistakes.

Instant guide

Get instant access to a clear guide with the steps to follow, the information to prepare and a message template.

Tax refund guides by airline

Choose your airline and access a complete guide tailored to your situation.

Ryanair logo

Ryanair

Procedure, information to prepare and mistakes to avoid.

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Vueling logo

Vueling

Specific steps depending on your ticket and booking.

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easyJet logo

easyJet

How to word your request and which information to provide.

View the guide
Air France logo

Air France

Some taxes may be refundable if you did not travel.

View the guide
KLM logo

KLM

Procedure tailored to your booking and your country.

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How does it work?

1

Choose your airline

Select the airline you were supposed to fly with.

2

Access the matching guide

Discover the right procedure and the information to prepare.

3

Prepare your information

Gather your PNR, ticket number, flight date and any supporting documents.

4

Send your request

Submit your request to the airline or the agency involved.

Guide pricing

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  • Message template included
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Why use a guide?

Tax refund procedures are often complex and unclear. Our guides save you time and help you avoid the most common mistakes.

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Step-by-step procedure
Follow the right steps, in the right order.
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Mistakes to avoid
Avoid rejections or delays caused by common mistakes.
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Information to prepare
Know exactly what to gather beforehand.
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Special cases
Ticket bought via an agency, flight already missed, non-refundable ticket...
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Message template
Use a clear template and adapt it to your situation.
Final checklist
Check that your file is complete before sending it.

Frequently asked questions

Can I get the full price of my ticket back?
Which taxes can be refunded?
Is the refund guaranteed?
When should I submit the request?
Do I need to give my account login details?
What if my ticket was bought through an agency?
How long does the refund take?
Why pay for a guide when the information is available for free?

What our guides do not guarantee

  • that the airline will accept your request
  • that the ticket price will be refunded
  • a specific processing time
  • coverage by insurance or a credit card

The refund depends on the airline, the ticket, the country of departure, the taxes actually paid, the purchase channel and the applicable terms.

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Independent site, not affiliated with any airline

Flight Tax Refund is an independent site. The site is not affiliated with Ryanair, Vueling, easyJet, Air France, KLM or any other airline mentioned.

Our guides are practical informational resources. They do not constitute personalized legal advice and do not guarantee that you will obtain a refund.

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of your flight taxes?

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