Can you buy a plane ticket and send it to someone?


Can you buy a plane ticket and send it to someone? It's absolutely OK to buy an airline ticket for someone else. It's a great gift to give someone. It's also necessary for some situations. As the following steps will show, buying a plane ticket for someone else just requires knowing the right information before you make the purchase.


Is it safe to transfer tickets?

Yes, if your event is eligible for Ticket Transfer, you're good to go — even if your tickets haven't been delivered to you yet.


Can you buy a plane ticket for someone else online?

All you need to do is select the airline tickets that you wish to buy, enter the name of the person(s) travelling and enter your payment details when you want to buy the flight. It's that simple! Still not sure? Take a look at our step-by-step guide which shows you exactly how to buy airline tickets for someone else.


What airlines allow you to transfer tickets?

Airlines That Offer Transferable Airline Tickets
  • easyJet. easyJet allows you to transfer the person on a flight reservation to another person by paying a name change fee. ...
  • Ryanair. Ryanair allows you to transfer your flight to another person but it will cost a fee. ...
  • Vueling. ...
  • WestJet. ...
  • Wizz Air. ...
  • Transavia. ...
  • Flybe.


How hard is it to transfer a plane ticket to someone else?

Most of the airlines do not offer transferable tickets. However, few airlines that are considered low-cost airlines offer transferable tickets. Transferring a ticket from one person to another person always costs a fee. You will have to pay a name change fee to the airlines if transferring your ticket to someone else.


How much does it cost to transfer an airline ticket?

Every major U.S. airline (except Southwest Airlines) typically charges penalty fees to change or cancel an economy fare flight. The fees, however, can vary from as low as $75 on a domestic flight to more than $400 on an international flight.


Why are airport transfers so expensive?

Airport transportation is expensive because it can be. The price isn't included in the facility charges because public transport facilities are rarely under the same management as the airport terminals are, and their interests are not necessarily in sync with each other or with passengers. Travelers are captive.


Can I cancel a flight and get a refund?

You can get a full flight ticket refund only if you booked a refundable ticket. However, airline ticket refund rules vary from airline to airline. Thus, it is better to refer to the airline's website or contact it directly for possible airfare reimbursement.