What are the rules for refunding or changing tickets for admission, flights, and trains?
High-speed rail: Canceling a ticket more than 8 days before departure is free of charge; more than 48 hours before, 5%; 24–48 hours before, 10%; within 24 hours, 20%. If you miss the train, you can change to another train on the same day within 2 hours after departure; full refund if the train is canceled. Air tickets: Fees vary by airline, generally 5–20% if canceled more than 24 hours before departure, 20–50% within 24 hours; special discount tickets (30–40% off or less) often state non-refundable and non-changeable, so be sure to check carefully when purchasing. Scenic area tickets: mostly
High-Speed Rail: Refunds without a handling fee are available if canceled more than 8 days before departure; 5% if canceled more than 48 hours before departure; 10% if canceled between 24—48 hours; 20% if canceled within 24 hours. If you miss the train, you can reschedule to another train on the same day within 2 hours after departure; if the train is canceled, a full refund is given. Air Tickets: Fees vary greatly depending on the airline; generally, 5–20% if refunded more than 24 hours before departure, 20–50% if within 24 hours; special discounted tickets (30–40% off or less) often indicate non-refundable and non-changeable, so make sure to check carefully when purchasing. Scenic Area Tickets: Most can be refunded without loss if canceled more than 24 hours before entry; high-altitude and mountain areas usually offer full refunds if the park closes due to extreme weather. Practical advice: schedule these scenic spots in the middle of your itinerary rather than on the last day, so there is room to reschedule if the park closes.