Airlines that offer bereavement fares provide discounted or flexible ticketing options for passengers who need to travel due to the death or serious illness of an immediate family member. These fares, also known as compassionate fares, are designed to ease the financial and logistical burden of last-minute travel in difficult times. While not all airlines provide bereavement fares, some major carriers still offer this service, allowing travelers to book flights with lower fares, flexible change policies, or waived cancellation fees. To qualify for bereavement fares, airlines usually require passengers to provide documentation such as a death certificate, hospital records, or contact information for the funeral home handling the arrangements.