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Traveling can be a headache for anyone, even without a weather issue causing delays. However, once that hurricane comes around, you might be left waiting around the airport for hours before your flight can take off making the traveling experience that much worse. There's not much that you can do when it comes to weather delaying your flight, but can you be reimbursed for lost time? Many circumstances lead to delays and cancellations. Some of these circumstances qualify you for financial reimbursements under the EU261 regulation, many of them do not. But what about the weather? It's not [...]

As a passenger, you are entitled to certain rights and regulations while traveling. Thanks to laws passed by the European Union in 2004, airline abuse of passengers is subject to financial compensation - this includes any delays or cancellations that could have otherwise been prevented. But what about that delayed flight from a couple of years ago? Can you still claim financial compensation for your lost time this long after the delay occurred? Well, there are many factors that go into deciding whether you're still eligible for financial compensation from the airline. Some countries in the EU have [...]

One thing that you should know before your day of traveling is that you have more rights as a passenger than you might be aware of. Ever since 2004, airlines have been subject to the EU261 and UK261 laws which protect passengers from airline abuse. If your flight was delayed or cancelled, you may be subject to financial compensation from the airlines. However, this required financial reimbursement has taken quite the toll on the airlines leading many to implement certain policies and tactics that are designed to lessen the amount paid out to each spurned passenger. One such [...]

"Your flight has been delayed." Imagine this pops up in your messages when you have done all your packing and are ready to go to the airport to fly off to the holiday trip you've been waiting on for months. While air traveling is the most efficient and comfortable mode of travel, it has its flaws, e.g. delayed flights. Passengers are forced to wait around for hours and hours with no idea of what's going on. Flight delays are becoming more and more common and causing a lot of trouble, but even seasoned travelers know that delays can [...]

Flying direct is every passenger’s dream scenario. Unfortunately, taking a direct flight is not always an option depending on your travel plans. Even when there are direct 12+ hour flights and it is possible to fly non-stop, the added expense can make the flight out of reach for the average traveler. Taking a connecting flight between two or more places is often the only option. Of course, connecting flights can be a great source of confusion. How do connecting flights work? Can I get a connecting flight between two different airlines? These are some of the questions you’ll [...]

You’ve got your bags all packed, all of your documents, and you’re ready to go on your trip. Your taxi has just shown up and is ready to take you to the airport. But the question arises what should be done first once you arrive at the airport? Before we get into all of the fun things that you can do once you’re inside and past all the checkpoints, let’s get the basics down first. Key Takeaways Upon arrival, make sure to check any bags that need to be checked in with your airline. Remember that most airlines [...]

Flight delays and cancellations can turn any trip into an ordeal. Amidst the chaos, the term 'extraordinary circumstances' often surfaces, leaving passengers questioning their compensation rights. But what does it imply? Let's unravel this crucial, yet often mystifying term in the context of air travel disruptions. This article was updated in . Key Takeaways Passengers have the right to compensation and assistance under Regulation EC261/2004 if they experience flight cancellations or delays of 3 or more hours, as long as the incident was not due to extraordinary circumstances. Extraordinary circumstances are defined as situations that are outside [...]

You show up early for a flight only to look up at the board and find it is either cancelled or delayed. What now? Millions of air passengers face this exact dilemma every year. As a passenger, it can leave you feeling totally powerless. Luckily, you do have some rights when it comes to less than desirable flight outcomes. Thanks to EU Regulation 261/2004, you can claim an amount up to £540 for flights that have been delayed or cancelled. The best part of all, you don’t need a lawyer or outside help to claim EU flight compensation [...]

These are unprecedented times. The COVID-19 outbreak has derailed plans, shaken the world economy, and left many travellers feeling out of sorts. Air carriers have also been hit hard due to strict containment measures enacted by public authorities, including lockdowns, shelter in place orders, quarantine zones, and travel restrictions. Generally, these measures need to be taken to ensure public safety, but they can leave travellers to deal with cancelled or redirected flights, many of which may not be able to be rebooked. To help guide airlines and travellers the EU commission has issued a guideline to help with [...]