EU261 Flight Compensation: Claim Refunds for European Flight Delay Compensation and European Flight Cancellation Refunds
European flight delay compensation
What is EU261?
EU Regulation 261/2004, commonly known as EU261, stands as a crucial and distinctive legal framework instituted by the European Union to uphold the rights of air travelers when faced with flight disruptions. This regulation imparts a comprehensive spectrum of entitlements to passengers embarking on journeys within the European Union, as well as those departing from EU airports, irrespective of their citizenship or the airline's home country. EU261 chiefly addresses scenarios involving flight cancellations, extensive delays, and situations where passengers encounter involuntary denied boarding due to overbooking occurrences. The core objective of this regulation is to establish unequivocal directives mandating airlines to provide compensation, aid, and alternative travel arrangements to affected passengers, fostering enhanced consumer protection and elevating the overall quality of the travel encounter.
The applicability of EU261 extends to a wide array of passengers traveling on flights operated by both EU-affiliated and non-EU airlines. This applies when the flight originates from an EU airport or terminates at an EU airport, provided that the passenger meets stipulated criteria. These criteria generally encompass aspects such as holding a confirmed reservation, adhering to check-in deadlines, and possessing requisite travel documentation. The quantum of compensation varies based on the distance of the flight, categorizing it into short-haul and long-haul segments. Compensation obligations come into effect when disruptions, including delays and cancellations, stem from factors within the airline's sphere of influence, such as technical glitches or crew shortages. In cases where disruptions arise from extraordinary circumstances like adverse weather conditions or air traffic control issues, the scope of compensation might be constrained, although the obligation to provide necessary support to affected passengers persists. By means of EU261, the European Union aims to establish a harmonious equilibrium between the interests of passengers and airlines, underlining transparency and accountability within the realm of aviation. Journey Connected offers travel support and travel advice.
EU/UK flight delay or flight cancellation? get flight compensation under EU261!
You may be entitled for compensation for cancelled flights or flight delay compensation if:
The country of departure is the member of EU whatever is the operating airline (this included airlines registered in the United States and Canada)
The flight is operated by an airline registered in EU (as well as Iceland, Norway or Switzerland)
Keep in mind:
If your flight was delayed or cancelled, or you were denied boarding within last 2-6 years (depending on the operating airline and your route), you are entitled to compensation and can submit an application to Compensair.
Only the passenger has the right to compensation no matter who paid for the ticket, so you’re entitled to compensation even if you didn’t pay for the ticket.
You can claim your EU flight delay compensation without holding a EU or Turkey citizenship, which does not affect the implementation of the regulation.
Complete the form below to start your free claim today. We’ve partnered with CompensAir to provide flight refund support to claim compensation for delayed flight and European flight delay compensation. CompensAir charges a percentage of the total compensation received and if no compensation is awarded, you owe nothing! Give it a try - you’ve got nothing to lose!