You can cancel a British Airways flight and get a refund, but it depends on the type of ticket and when you cancel. If you cancel within 24 hours of booking and your flight is at least seven days away, you will receive a full refund with no fee, as long as you booked directly with British Airways. If you purchased a fully flexible or refundable ticket, you can cancel at any time before departure and get a full refund to your original payment method. However, if your ticket is non-refundable, you usually won’t get a cash refund. In that case, you may only get back the government taxes and fees or receive a travel voucher for the value of the ticket, minus cancellation charges. Some non-refundable fares also charge a cancellation fee depending on how close it is to the departure date. If you cancel far in advance, the fee may be lower. If the airline cancels your flight or there is a significant schedule change, you are entitled to a full refund or a free rebooking, regardless of the type of ticket. In certain cases, such as illness or the death of a passenger or close family member, British Airways may allow a refund on a non-refundable ticket if you provide official documents. To cancel your flight and request a refund, you can use the “Manage My Booking” section on the British Airways website or contact their customer service. Refunds are usually processed within 7 to 20 business days, depending on the payment method. If you booked your ticket with Avios points, you may be able to cancel and get your points back, but a cancellation fee may apply. In summary, British Airways allows cancellations and refunds depending on fare rules. Refundable tickets and cancellations within 24 hours get full refunds, while non-refundable tickets may only offer limited refunds or travel credit.