财联社·2026-01-26 14:14Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the extension of the free ticket change and refund policy for flights to and from Japan until October 24, 2026, by several major airlines including Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and China Southern Airlines [1][4]. Group 1: Airlines' Policies - Air China announced that tickets purchased or exchanged before January 26, 2026, for flights between March 29, 2026, and October 24, 2026, can be changed or refunded for free, with certain conditions regarding fare differences [1]. - China Eastern Airlines allows free changes for flights within three days before or after the original flight date, with conditions for subsequent changes [2]. - China Southern Airlines offers free changes for the first change to the same itinerary, with conditions for further changes [2]. - Shandong Airlines and Xiamen Airlines have similar policies, allowing free changes and refunds for tickets purchased before January 26, 2026, for flights during the specified period [2][3]. - Shanghai Airlines and Sichuan Airlines also provide free change and refund options under similar conditions for tickets issued before January 26, 2026 [3][4]. Group 2: Seasonal Context - The announcement indicates that the free change and refund policy will be applicable during the summer and autumn seasons of 2026, specifically from March 29 to October 24, 2026 [4].