Your Flight Was Delayed. The Airline May Legally Owe You Up to €600.
EU Regulation EC 261/2004 mandates compensation of €250–€600 per passenger for delays over 3 hours, cancellations, and denied boarding on qualifying routes. Airlines pay fewer than 2% of eligible claims voluntarily. This calculator shows what you're owed — and how to claim it.
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Airlines pay fewer than 2% of eligible claims when contacted directly. Compensair is a claims service that handles the entire process — including legal escalation if the airline refuses. They charge a commission only if the claim succeeds. No upfront cost.
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You can still submit a claim through Compensair — their team will verify full eligibility including connecting flight rules, extraordinary circumstances exceptions, and jurisdiction. If you're not eligible, you won't be charged.
Check with Compensair anyway (free, no-win no-fee) →How EC 261/2004 Compensation Works
| Flight Distance | Delay 3+ hrs | Cancellation |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1,500 km | €250 | €250 |
| 1,500–3,500 km (intra-EU) | €400 | €400 |
| Over 3,500 km | €600 (4+ hr delay) | €600 |
Amounts may be reduced by 50% if the airline provides re-routing arriving within 2–4 hours of original schedule depending on distance. "Extraordinary circumstances" (genuine severe weather, air traffic control strikes, security incidents) may exempt the airline — technical faults and staff shortages do not qualify as extraordinary.
Common Questions About Flight Delay Compensation
How much compensation am I entitled to for a delayed flight?
Under EU regulation EC 261/2004, compensation ranges from €250 (flights under 1,500km) to €400 (1,500-3,500km) to €600 (3,500km+) for delays of 3+ hours. The airline must pay — not the travel agent, not the airport. Eligibility depends on departure location and carrier, not ticket price or nationality.
How do I actually claim flight delay compensation?
You file a claim directly with the airline, citing EC 261/2004. Airlines typically respond within 4-8 weeks. Many delay or deny valid claims hoping passengers give up. Compensair handles the claim filing on a commission-only basis — you pay nothing upfront and they take a percentage only if you get paid.
What if the airline claims 'extraordinary circumstances'?
'Extraordinary circumstances' is the airline's most common denial reason, covering weather, ATC restrictions, security risks, and strikes by non-airline staff. Technical problems and crew shortages are NOT extraordinary — you're owed compensation. If denied, appeal or use a claims service. The 3-year filing window gives you leverage.
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