Pregnant and advised not to fly, can I cancel my ticket?

Congratulations, and I hope everything goes well. What to try:

1. Get a doctor’s note with the advice and dates.
2. Contact the airline early and ask about medical flexibility.
3. Ask for a refund or credit. Policies vary, and some airlines are more flexible with documentation.
4. Check travel insurance and card benefits, since pregnancy-related cancellations are sometimes covered under certain conditions.
5. Cancel properly so your return flight isn’t cancelled.

Keep all documents and ask for answers in writing. More about flight cancellation refund options is here.