What are my options with flights booked in March?

somethingidontno

In March 2021 I booked flights to Greece for September 2021 with Jet2 and paid by credit card. I booked my accommodation separately, but have not paid anything yet and have until 31 August to cancel. I have travel insurance in place with Saga. I am 'double-jabbed' and usually holiday alone, but am getting really nervous about going away this year because of the constantly-changing situation and the various (and expensive) tests I would need to do. With regards to my Jet2 flights, would I have the option to re-book them for 2022? Or perhaps I could I convert my flights into a Jet2 holiday, which would then be ATOL protected? I think it might make me feel safer to be part of a package holiday if the green/amber/red situation changed while I was out there. I am a 62 yr old woman with some health conditions, although not respiratory. I really want to support the travel industry, which is why I booked so early in the year, but ultimately I have to do what sits best with me. 

jackieblack

Why not ask Jet2 🤷🏻‍♀️

somethingidontno

I intend to, but I would like to be aware of any possible options before I speak to them. i also thought, seeing as how this has always been a helpful community, that someone else might have had similar concerns and would therefore be able to tell me what options they were offered. To some people, especially those who find it difficult to discuss things on the phone without any kind of background info, this kind of dilemma is a real issue therefore any pointers are very much appreciated.

Caz3121

There is information in the terms and conditions with regards to changing your flight
https://www.jet2.com/terms
This assumes that the flight is still operating. If they cancel your flight then you would be due a refund. Rather than pay to move your flight now you would probably be best waiting until closer to departure to see what the situation is then and make a decision.

somethingidontno

That sounds like a sensible idea, thank you.

Sandtree

somethingidontno said:
the various (and expensive) tests I would need to do

Things are subject to change and "expensive" is relative but its probably worth having perspective... if you were to fly in a fortnights time the worst case is a PCR test before going, a Lat Flow before returning and a PCR on return. With shopping around they in totally will be around £100 and should certainly be sub £200 with just cursory checking.