How to Claim Compensation for a Delayed EU Flight Under EU Regulation 261/2004

Learn step-by-step how to claim compensation for EU flight delays of 3+ hours under EU Regulation 261/2004. Get up to €600 for your inconvenience.

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To make a claim for a delayed EU flight, follow these steps: 1. Confirm eligibility under EU Regulation 261/2004 (flight must be delayed by at least 3 hours). 2. Collect necessary documents (boarding pass, ticket). 3. Submit a claim via the airline’s official website or customer service. 4. If unresolved, escalate to your National Enforcement Body or use a dispute resolution service. Compensation ranges from €250 to €600 based on distance and delay duration.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What qualifies for compensation under EU Regulation 261/2004? A flight delay of at least 3 hours on arrivals or cancellations under EU Regulation 261/2004 qualifies passengers to claim compensation.
  2. How much compensation can I get for a delayed EU flight? Compensation ranges from €250 to €600 depending on flight distance and length of delay.
  3. What documents do I need to claim flight delay compensation? You need your boarding pass and ticket to submit a claim for compensation.
  4. What can I do if the airline rejects my compensation claim? You can escalate your claim to the National Enforcement Body or use a dispute resolution service to resolve issues.

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