Spirit Airlines Name Change & Correction

Spirit Airlines' name change policy requires all passengers to use their actual names exactly as they appear on their IDs. Your name may not match the name on your valid ID if it's different on your ticket. 

Spirit Airlines lets you change your name for free if you misspell it. In the case of legal or major name changes, your ticket may have to be reissued under your correct name. 

If you have written your name incorrectly on the ticket, you can follow the below guidelines to change your name on the ticket. By following the conditions, you can change the first, last, and middle names. 

Can I Change Name on a Spirit Flight Ticket?

Spirit Airlines lets you change your name on the ticket. It's easy to change names on Spirit flight tickets as long as you do it before the flight leaves. Certain restrictions, conditions, and fees may apply, depending on the situation and the ticket type.

What is Spirit Airlines Name Change Policy?

Spirit Airlines lets you change your name on the ticket under some rules and regulations. Read below to learn about the Spirit Airlines name change policy:

• You can change your name without any extra charges if you bought your flight ticket more than seven days before departure.
• After this period, you can change your name by paying the name change fee per your fare type and location.
• Changing your name on the airline might not cost you extra if you misspell it slightly.
• When you change your name, you might have to show the document. Documents such as court orders, marriage licenses, legal name change documents, or divorce decrees.
• Passengers may not be able to change their names if their supporting documents don't justify it.
• You can change your name by calling, chatting online, or going to the airport.
• It's okay to use your initial name, or if your name gets mixed up, you can correct it.
• You might be able to change the title for free if there's a mistake.
• Passengers can change their names, but they might not be able to change it completely.
• If your reservation was made through a travel agent, you might not be able to change it. You have to talk to the travel agent about that.

How to Change My Name on a Spirit Flight Ticket?

Changing the name on the ticket is an easy process if you know how to do so. There are online and offline methods available to do this:

By Calling

To change your name on a Spirit Airlines ticket, you can dial 1 (855) 728-3555 or +1 (844) 5591-876 (OTA) and then follow the IVR menu like this:

• To select a language, press 1 
• For booking, press 3 
• To change the name, press 6 
• To find out how many miles you have, press 7
• To talk to custom service, press 9

Via online 

If you can't change your name over the phone, follow these steps to take it yourself. 

• Go to Spirit Airline's website.
• Click on my trip options.
• Enter the passenger's surname with the booking code now.
• From the dashboard, click name change
• Then click on the edit icon and type your real name. Don't forget to click submit 
• When it's approved, you'll get an email and phone call.

How Much Does Spirit Charge as the Name Change Fee?

Spirit Airlines doesn't charge for name changes involving misspellings or typos. If you have to reissue the ticket due to a name change, you'll be charged USD 69 - 119.

You don't have to pay if you change your name within the 24-hour grace period or at least 60 days before departure because you can cancel your ticket and rebook it. All tickets cost the same.

How to Change Date of Birth on Spirit Airlines?

As well as a name change, Spirit Airlines also allows you to change your date of birth if needed. When you book a flight, it's an important part of your personal information.

When you book, you can change your birth date if you added it wrong. You can do it this way:

Using Online Method

• Check out Spirit Airlines' official website.
• Go to your account and log in
• Fill out your personal info
• Find your date of birth on the page displayed.
• Edit there by clicking the button.
• Make sure you put the right date of birth.
• Go ahead and confirm.

Using Offline Method

• You can change your date of birth on Spirit Airlines by phone by following these steps:
• You can reach the airline at 1 (855) 728-3555 or +1 (844) 5591-876 (OTA).
• Follow the IVR options.
• When you're connected to a live representative, change your birthdate.
• As soon as the rep gets informed, he'll change it.

Conclusion 

You can change your name with Spirit Airlines if you follow these steps. Be sure to get the right documents and get to know yourself with the airline's name change policy. You can update your name by contacting Spirit Airlines directly and following their instructions.

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