Flight delay compensation under EC 261/2004 for a multi-leg trip on European carrier

1. How do I claim under EU Regulation 261?
2. How much compensation do you get for delayed flights in Europe?
3. How much is EU261 compensation?
4. How much compensation am I due for a delayed flight?
5. Can I claim compensation if my flight is rescheduled?
6. What is the EU law for Cancelled flights?
7. How much compensation do you get for a 3 hour flight delay?
8. What are my rights if my flight is diverted?
9. Do I get a refund if my flight is Cancelled?
10. Do airlines have to compensate for Cancelled flights?
11. How quickly do easyJet pay compensation?
12. How long do I have to claim EU261?

How do I claim under EU Regulation 261?

You can submit the compensation claim at a competent court at:

1. The place of arrival or departure for flights between EU countries (operated by one airline), or.
2. before the courts in the country where the airline is registered.

How much compensation do you get for delayed flights in Europe?

EU law states that you can claim up to 600€ per passenger as flight delay compensation when the plane arrives at destination at least 3 hours late. The EU Regulation 261/2004 (or EC 261) acts as reference in cases of flight disruptions.

How much is EU261 compensation?

EU 261 Compensation Simplified. EU261 compensation offers legal protection to travellers. In the event of a flight mishap like a flight delay or cancellation, EU261 seeks to enforce the rights of air passengers. If eligible, an airline can be obligated to pay up to to £510 (€600) in compensation per traveller.

How much compensation am I due for a delayed flight?

You can claim up to £520 in compensation if the delay is the airline's fault - depending on the distance and destination of your flight, and how late it arrived. It might have been your airline's fault if there was a technical problem, or they overbooked.

Can I claim compensation if my flight is rescheduled?

If you've been informed of your schedule change or rebooking 14 days or more before your departure date, you are, unfortunately, not entitled to claim compensation.

What is the EU law for Cancelled flights?

If your flight is cancelled, the airline must offer you, on a one off basis, a choice between: the reimbursement of your ticket and, if you have a connecting flight, a return flight to the airport of departure at the earliest opportunity.

How much compensation do you get for a 3 hour flight delay?

How Much Compensation Can I Claim From The Airlines? EU Regulation 261/2004 states that you can claim up to 600€ per passenger for compensation for flight delays of 3 hours or more.

What are my rights if my flight is diverted?

If your flight is diverted, the airline must get you to the destination airport on your ticket or reservation at no extra cost to you. You may be entitled to compensation if there has been a delay. ... The airline may arrange alternative forms of transport for you, such as a coach or train.

Do I get a refund if my flight is Cancelled?

Cancelled Flight – A passenger is entitled to a refund if the airline cancelled a flight, regardless of the reason, and the passenger chooses not to travel.

Do airlines have to compensate for Cancelled flights?

In the United States, airlines are not required to compensate passengers when flights are delayed or cancelled. ... The Department's rules regarding flight delays and cancellations apply only to flights that operate to, from, or within the United States.

How quickly do easyJet pay compensation?

More than half our claims are settled within 30 days when we issue court proceedings – we're the fastest flight delay compensation firm in the UK.

How long do I have to claim EU261?

Customers who wish to submit expenses for travel/transport/or refreshments or a compensation claim following a flight cancellation or delay over 3 hours on arrival can click below to access the EU261 claim form. We aim to process your claim within 10 days.