Saturday, June 28, 2025

If you’ve had a since 2019, you might be in for a pleasant surprise. Holidaymakers departing from the UK or EU airports could be eligible for of up to £520, depending on the length of the delay and the distance of your journey. This compensation is part of European protections aimed at ensuring passengers are treated fairly when their flights are delayed or canceled. Here’s everything you need to know to claim your money back.

If your flight was delayed by and was operated by a , you could be entitled to compensation. are those that either departed from a or were operated by a . Importantly, the must be the airline’s fault—technical failures or overbooking—but does not cover circumstances like or that are beyond the airline’s control.

According to , you can make a claim up to from the date of your flight. Here’s the breakdown of the compensation based on delay time and distance:

If your flight is delayed for , . In these cases, the airline is legally required to provide:

The should be processed within of your scheduled flight date. suggests contacting the airline immediately if you choose not to continue with the delayed flight.

If your flight is canceled, you can choose between:

In either case, you have a legal right to compensation, and the airline must inform you of your options clearly.

Making a claim for a delayed or canceled flight is straightforward if you follow these steps:

Flight delays and cancellations are frustrating, but knowing your rights can turn a negative experience into a positive outcome. Whether your flight was delayed by hours or canceled outright, you could be entitled to compensation. Be proactive, gather your documentation, and reach out to the airline promptly. With clear guidance and persistence, you can secure the compensation you deserve.

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