Yes, you can change your Disneyland reservation dates, but the process and what it costs depends on which product you booked

Disneyland lets you move most reservations to a different date, but you cannot change dates for free on every type of booking. If you bought a ticket directly from Disneyland, a vacation package, or a hotel room, you have options — though some come with fees or blackout dates. If you bought from a reseller or third-party vendor, you may need to contact them instead of Disneyland.

The key is knowing what you actually booked and where you bought it. A single-day park ticket works differently from a multi-day ticket, which works differently from a hotel reservation. Start by finding your confirmation email or your Disneyland account to see exactly what product you own.

Key Takeaways

  • Disneyland tickets and hotel reservations can usually be moved to a different date, but single-day tickets often have stricter rules than multi-day tickets.
  • Changing dates may cost you nothing, or it may require you to pay the price difference if the new date is more expensive.
  • Some dates are blacked out and cannot be changed to — typically peak season dates like holidays and summer weekends.
  • If you booked through a travel agent, reseller, or third-party site, contact them first rather than Disneyland directly.
  • Hotel reservations can usually be changed up to a certain number of days before arrival, but the cancellation policy depends on your room type and booking rate.

How to change a Disneyland park ticket

To change a park ticket date, log into your Disneyland account at Disneyland.com, go to "My Plans," and select the reservation you want to modify. From there you can see available dates and pick a new one. If the new date is cheaper than what you paid, Disneyland keeps the difference. If it is more expensive, you pay the gap.

Single-day tickets are the most restrictive. You can usually move them to a different date, but Disneyland may not let you change to peak dates like Christmas week, New Year's week, or summer Saturdays. The exact blackout dates change year to year. Multi-day tickets (2-day, 3-day, or longer) give you more flexibility — you can usually move them within a wider range of dates, though peak blackouts still explore.

If you cannot find your reservation in your account, or if the system will not let you change to your preferred date, call Disneyland Guest Services at 714-781-4636. They can sometimes override the system or explain why a date is blocked.

What happens if you booked a vacation package

A Disneyland vacation package bundles park tickets, a hotel room, and sometimes meals or extras into one reservation. You can change the dates, but the rules are stricter than changing a ticket alone. You must change the entire package together — you cannot move just the hotel or just the tickets to different dates.

Log into your account and select the package reservation. You will see available date combinations. If the new dates cost more, you pay the difference. If they cost less, Disneyland may or may not refund you depending on the package type and how far in advance you are changing.

Vacation packages have their own cancellation windows. Most packages can be changed up to 14 days before arrival, though some promotional packages have stricter rules. Check your confirmation email for the exact cancellation and change policy for your package.

Changing a Disneyland hotel reservation

If you booked a hotel room only (not as part of a package), you can change the dates through your Disneyland account or by calling the hotel directly. Log into your account, find your reservation, and select "Modify Reservation." You will see available dates and room rates for those dates.

The cost depends on the rate you booked. If you paid a standard rate, you can usually move to a cheaper date for free (Disneyland refunds the difference) or to a more expensive date by paying the gap. If you booked a promotional or non-refundable rate, the change policy is stricter — you may not be able to change at all, or you may have to pay a change fee.

Most Disneyland hotels allow changes up to a certain number of days before arrival — usually 5 to 14 days depending on the hotel tier. After that window closes, you cannot change the dates; you can only cancel and rebook as a new reservation, which may cost more.

What to do if you booked through a reseller or travel agent

If you bought your tickets or package through a travel agent, a reseller like Costco Travel or Get Away Today, or a third-party site, contact them first — not Disneyland. These vendors have their own change and cancellation policies, which may be more or less flexible than Disneyland's direct policy.

Some resellers do not allow date changes at all; they only offer refunds or cancellations. Others charge a change fee on top of any price difference. Check your confirmation email from the reseller to see their policy, or call them directly. If they cannot help, ask whether they can issue you a refund so you can rebook directly with Disneyland.

Understanding blackout dates and price differences

Disneyland uses blackout dates — days you cannot change your reservation to, even if they are technically open to the public. These are almost always peak season dates: Christmas week (usually December 23 to January 1), New Year's week, Presidents' Day weekend, spring break weeks, summer Saturdays, and sometimes Thanksgiving week. The exact blackout calendar changes each year and is published on the Disneyland website.

If you want to move your reservation to a blackout date, you cannot do it through the normal change process. Your only option is to cancel your current reservation and rebook as a new one — which means you will pay the current price for that date, not the price you originally paid. This is usually more expensive, so it is worth checking the price before you cancel.

Disneyland ticket prices vary by date. A ticket to a slow Tuesday in September costs less than a ticket to a Saturday in July. When you change your reservation, you pay (or receive a refund for) the difference between what you originally paid and what the new date costs.

How far in advance you need to change your dates

You can change most Disneyland reservations up until the day before your original arrival date. However, the closer you get to your original date, the fewer available dates you may see in the system — especially if you are trying to move to a nearby date during a busy season.

If you are changing a hotel reservation, the window is usually shorter. Most Disneyland hotels require changes at least 5 to 14 days before your original check-in date. After that, you cannot change; you can only cancel and rebook.

Vacation packages have their own windows, usually 14 days before arrival. Check your confirmation email for the exact important date for your specific package.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my reservation to a blackout date?

Not through the normal change process. Blackout dates are blocked from changes. Your only option is to cancel your current reservation and rebook as a new one, which means paying the current price for that date. This is usually more expensive than your original booking.

What if the new date is cheaper than what I paid?

Disneyland keeps the price difference. You do not receive a refund for the savings. If the new date is more expensive, you pay the gap. This applies to tickets, packages, and hotel rooms.

Can I change just the hotel part of my vacation package?

No. Vacation packages must be changed as a whole unit. You cannot move just the hotel or just the tickets to different dates. If you need to change only one part, you have to cancel the entire package and rebook the pieces separately.

What if I booked through Costco Travel or another reseller?

Contact the reseller directly, not Disneyland. Resellers have their own change policies, which may not allow changes at all. Some charge a change fee on top of any price difference. Check your confirmation email for their specific policy.

Can I change my reservation after my original date has passed?

No. Once your original reservation date arrives, you cannot change it. You would need to purchase a new ticket or reservation for a future date.