If you’re flying through Budapest Airport and face a delay or cancelation, you could be eligible to claim compensation under EC 261. This regulation protects passenger rights, regardless of the airline they are flying on when they’re in the EU. Here’s all you need to know to file a claim.
What are Your Passengers Rights
Your rights depend on if you’re flying on an EU-based carrier. If you are, you’re covered under all circumstances. If you’re not, you’ll be covered only if you’re leaving from or landing to Frankfurt Airport, though you can always contact customer service to see what they can do for you. Under EC 261, you could receive up to €600.
Flight Delay Compensation
If your flight is delayed, take a deep breath. It’s going to be okay! There are fewer things worse than being trapped in the airport, but it will be okay. The airline will help you get to where you need to be, and once you get there, you may be entitled to additional compensation.
- Flights up to 1,500 km: €250
- Flights between 1,500 and 3,500 km: €400
- Flights over 3,500 km: €600
Most airlines cannot issue compensation at the airport, so you’ll need to contact customer service for assistance
Flight Cancellation Compensation
If your flight is cancelled and you’re traveling through Frankfurt Airport, you should be covered under EU 261. If you’re at the airport, you should be entitled to care. Once you get to your final destination, contact customer service. They can help you get the compensation you’re entitled to under this powerful regulation.
- Flights up to 1,500 km: €250
- Flights between 1,500 and 3,500 km: €400
- Flights over 3,500 km: €600
You can’t claim your additional compensation at their airport unless you’re canceled due to overbooking.
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What to Do in Case of Delays or Cancellations?
If you face a delay or cancellation when you are at Frankfurt Airport, the great news is that you will be covered under EU 261. Here’s what you need to do.
Delays
- Take note of your delay, including when you were notified, the length of delay, and more. This will be important as the amount of compensation you receive is dependent on these factors.
- If your delay is two hours or more, connect with customer service to receive care, including meals, hotels, transportation, communication, and more.
- After you get to your final destination, claim your compensation. Provide all details to help make your case.
Cancellation
- If your flight was cancelled while traveling through Frankfurt Airport, write down when you were notified, why your flight was cancelled, the delay it caused, and more. Anything that will be helpful.
- Talk with customer service to get on a new flight. Don’t worry about EU 261 until you get to your final destination.
- Once the dust has settled, claim your compensation. Depending on the circumstances, you could get up to €600.
The regulations vary, but the sooner you file, the better to get the compensation you deserve.
Recently Disrupted Flights in Budapest Airport
| Date | Airline (Flight number) | Route | Status | Your compensation |
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About Budapest Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport – or Budapest Airport for short – is located 16 km outside the city center. It’s the country’s largest commercial airport, serving as a hub for LOT Polish Airlines, Ryanair, Smartwings Hungary, and Wizz Air. Budapest Airport offers important domestic and international connections within Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and North America for passenger and cargo services. Wizz Air also has a headquarters based in this airport.
Budapest Airport is divided into four main areas to help manage charter, private, and passenger traffic, especially through Schengen and non-Schengen areas. It serves millions of passengers each year.
Budapest Airport Disruption Statistics
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Conclusion
For EC 261 to apply, you must file a claim directly with your airline. Gather all of the information that can help support your claim and provide it to their customer service team. They are legally required to pay out when the delay or cancelation was their fault, though the amount will vary. This page was updated on June 2023.