Flight delays do not mean that we have to accept it. The EU enacted a regulation relating to the air passenger rights in 2004, with the regulation number 261/2004, which enforce the airlines to compensate the passengers up to 600 Euros, including but not limited to flights delays, flight cancellations and refusal of boarding. The reasons for the delay are quite complex and diverse at times. Different factors will determine whether the eligibility and compensation amount are met, so please read on to understand your rights!
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The cancellation of the flight will mess up your trip or even be a waste of it, and even suffering of the losses. According to EU Regulation 261/2004, if your flight is cancelled, you are entitled to compensation. If the airline does not notify you of the flight cancellation 14 days before your actual departure date, you can claim for compensation up to 600 Euros. The reasons for cancellation are quite complex and varies, and different factors will also determine whether you qualify for the compensation and the amount of compensation, so please continue reading on to learn about your rights!
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When you fly from the departure point to the destination and is connected by multiple flights. The delay of one flight will leads to the miss of the next flight, which will be determined according to the country where the airline is located or which country the airline is flying into or out of it. The judgement for this situation can be quite complicated, but as long as your flight is purchased from the same flight reservation, you will still have the opportunity to get airline to compensate based on the EU 261/2004 regulations. Please read on to learn about your rights!
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In 2004 the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union passed EU Regulation 261/2004 (or EC261 for short). The Regulation sets common grounds for compensation and care for passengers in the event of denied boarding. Air passengers can claim up to 600 Euros.For EU261 to be applicable, you musn’t surrender your seat voluntarily. In cases where you agree to give up on your seat in exchange for a travel voucher, airline miles or other sort of compensation, you are no longer eligible under the Regulation.
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