Air Passenger Rights & Compensation by Country
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Albania
If your flight to or from Albania gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough.
Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover all flights leaving Albania (any airline), flights arriving in Albania on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Albania or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (ECAA extension)
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Argentina
For significant delays (often 4–8+ hours) or cancellations if airline fault, airlines must provide:
- meals,
- communication,
- hotel + transport for overnight waits.
No fixed cash compensation for inconvenience; refunds/re-routing required; proven damages can be claimed.
Applies to flights from Argentina or on Argentine carriers.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit typically 2 years under civil law
Legal foundation
ANAC Decree 809/2024 (Air Passenger Rights)
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Australia
No fixed mandatory cash compensation. For controllable disruptions, refunds + re-routing required; meals/hotels usually provided for overnight delays. Extra damages possible under consumer law.
Applies to flights to/from/within Australia.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit up to 6 years under consumer law
Legal foundation
ACCC Standards & Proposed Aviation Consumer Protection Scheme (2025–2026)
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Austria
If your flight to or from Austria gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control).
You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600.
This applies if you:
- arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough.
Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover:
- all flights leaving Austria (any airline),
- flights arriving in Austria on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Austria or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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Bahrain
No fixed compensation amount. Reimbursement possible for proven extra costs (meals, hotel, transport) if delayed/cancelled. Food/drinks + hotel usually provided during significant waits. Applies to flights to/from Bahrain.
Time limit to claim
No fixed deadline for making a complaint, but the sooner the better. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention
Legal foundation
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Bangladesh
For delays >2–3 hours, meals/refreshments + rebooking/refunds required. Longer delays (5+ hours) may trigger additional assistance/small compensation. No fixed cash for inconvenience. Applies to flights to/from/within Bangladesh on local carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but typically 1–2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) Regulations
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Belgium
If your flight to or from Belgium gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control).
You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if you:
- arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough.
Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight, and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover:
- all flights leaving Belgium (any airline),
- flights arriving in Belgium on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Belgium or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 5 years
Legal foundation
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
If your flight to or from Bosnia and Herzegovina gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600.
This applies if you:
- arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough.
Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover
- all flights leaving Bosnia and Herzegovina (any airline),
- flights arriving in Bosnia and Herzegovina on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Bosnia and Herzegovina or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (ECAA extension)
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Brazil
For delays >4 hours or cancellations, compensation typically BRL 1,200–3,000 (~€200–€500), higher for proven costs. Meals after 2 hours, communication after 1 hour, hotel + transport for overnights. Refund/re-routing offered. Applies to flights on Brazilian carriers or from Brazilian airports.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit 5 years under consumer code
Legal foundation
ANAC Resolution 400/2016 (updated)
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Bulgaria
If your flight to or from Bulgaria gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if you:
- arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover:
- all flights leaving Bulgaria (any airline),
- flights arriving in Bulgaria on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Bulgaria or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 1 year
Legal foundation
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Canada
For delays >3 hours (airline control), compensation CAD 400–1,000 (~€270–€680) tiered by wait time. Meals after 2 hours, hotel for overnights, transport. Refunds/re-routing required. Applies to all flights to/from/within Canada.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit 1 year
Legal foundation
Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR)
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Chile
For airline-attributable delays/cancellations, re-routing/refunds + welfare (meals, hotel/transport for overnights). Damages compensation possible if fault proven; no fixed cash amount. Assistance mandatory. Applies to flights in Chile or on Chilean carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but typically 1-3 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
JAC Chile Passenger Rights (Aeronautical Code & Law 20.831), passenger rights section
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China
For delays 2–4+ hours, compensation CNY 200–3,000 (~€25–€400) depending on duration. Meals/hotels/refunds for significant delays. Applies to domestic + international departures from China.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
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Colombia
For controllable delays/cancellations, meals/refreshments after certain waits, hotel/transport for overnights, re-routing/refunds. Compensation often 30% of segment value for significant delays (5+ hours). Applies to flights in Colombia or on Colombian carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but typically 1-2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Aerocivil Passenger Rights (RAC 3 & related),passenger rights section
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Croatia
If your flight to or from Croatia gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600.
This applies if you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop, you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket. Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough.
Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover all flights leaving Croatia (any airline), flights arriving in Croatia on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Croatia or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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Cyprus
If your flight to or from Cyprus gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if you:
- arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough.
Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover
- all flights leaving Cyprus (any airline),
- flights arriving in Cyprus on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Cyprus or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 6 years
Legal foundation
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Czech Republic
If your flight to or from Czech Republic gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600.
This applies if you:
- arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover:
- all flights leaving Czech Republic (any airline),
- flights arriving in Czech Republic on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Czech Republic or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 3 years (notify airline within 6 months)
Legal foundation
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
No fixed compensation beyond Montreal Convention (provable damages for international flights). Care (meals, hotel) + refunds/re-routing required for significant waits. Assistance mandatory where controllable. Applies to flights in DRC or on local carriers.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit 2 years under Montreal
Legal foundation
Montreal Convention & DRC Aviation Regulations
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Denmark
If your flight to or from Denmark gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover:
- all flights leaving Denmark (any airline),
- flights arriving in Denmark on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Denmark or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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Egypt
For delays >6 hours or cancellations (non-force majeure), tiered compensation up to EGP 300–1,500 (~€10–€60). Meals/hotels/communication provided (limits apply). Refunds/re-routing for cancellations. Applies to domestic + international on Egyptian carriers/from Egyptian airports.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but typically 1-2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
ECAA Passenger Rights Protection Regulation (757/2024)
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Estonia
If your flight to or from Estonia gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leaving Estonia (any airline), flights arriving in Estonia on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Estonia or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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Ethiopia
Ethiopian Airlines provides meals, hotel for overnights, re-routing/refunds. Denied boarding compensation tiered (% of fare). No fixed nationwide cash for inconvenience. Applies to flights on Ethiopian carriers/from Ethiopian airports.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority & Conditions of Carriage
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Finland
If your flight to or from Finland gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover:
- all flights leaving Finland (any airline),
- flights arriving in Finland on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Finland or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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France
If your flight to or from France gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leaving France (any airline), flights arriving in France on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in France or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 5 years
Legal foundation
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
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Germany
If your flight to or from Germany gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leaving Germany (any airline), flights arriving in Germany on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Germany or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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Greece
If your flight to or from Greece gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600.
This applies if
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover all flights leaving Greece (any airline), flights arriving in Greece on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Greece or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 5 years
Legal foundation
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Hungary
If your flight to or from Hungary gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600.
This applies if
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer).
These rights cover:
- all flights leaving Hungary (any airline),
- flights arriving in Hungary on a European airline,
- and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Hungary or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 2 years
Legal foundation
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Iceland
If your flight to or from Iceland gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leaving Iceland (any airline), flights arriving in Iceland on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Iceland or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (extended)
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India
For delays >2 hours, compensation ₹5,000–10,000 (~€55–€110) depending on wait time. Meals after 2 hours, hotel for overnights. Refund/re-routing for cancellations. Applies to flights to/from/within India.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit 30 days
Legal foundation
DGCA Passenger Charter (updated June 2025)
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Indonesia
Tiered compensation by delay time: soft drinks (30–60 min), snacks/meals (61–120+ min), up to IDR 300,000 (~€18) for 240+ min delays; full refund/re-routing for cancellations. Meals/hotels/transport for significant waits. Applies to domestic + international departures from Indonesia.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 1–2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Minister of Transportation Regulation PM 89/2015 (updated)
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Iran
Re-routing/refunds or assistance (meals, hotel for overnights). No fixed cash for inconvenience. Airline-caused disruptions trigger care + refunds. Applies to flights to/from/within Iran on Iranian carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Civil Aviation Organization of Iran Regulations (Persian primary)
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Ireland
If your flight to or from Ireland gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leaving Ireland (any airline), flights arriving in Ireland on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Ireland or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 6 years
Legal foundation
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Israel
Tiered compensation ILS 1,200–3,600 (~€250–€600) for delays 2–8 hours by distance. Meals after 2 hours, hotel if overnight. Refund/alternative for cancellations. Applies to flights to/from Israel.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 3 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
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Italy
If your flight to or from Italy gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600.
This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leaving Italy (any airline), flights arriving in Italy on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Italy or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 2 years
Legal foundation
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Japan
No fixed mandatory compensation. Meals/hotels after 2–4 hours wait + refunds for cancellations. Additional claims possible for proven costs. Applies to flights involving Japanese carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 3 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Civil Aeronautics Act (amended 2024)
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Kenya
Compensation KES 5,000–20,000 (~€35–€140) for major disruptions. Refunds + care (meals, hotel). Applies to flights involving Kenyan carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 1–2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
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Kosovo
If your flight to or from Kosovo gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600.
This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leaving Kosovo (any airline), flights arriving in Kosovo on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Kosovo or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (ECAA extension)
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Latvia
If your flight to or from Latvia gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingLatvia (any airline), flights arriving in Latvia on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Latvia or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 1 year
Legal foundation
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Liechtenstein
If your flight to or from Liechtenstein gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingLiechtenstein (any airline), flights arriving in Liechtenstein on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Liechtenstein or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (extended)
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Lithuania
If your flight to or from Lithuania gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingLithuania (any airline), flights arriving in Lithuania on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Lithuania or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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Luxembourg
If your flight to or from Luxembourg gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingLuxembourg (any airline), flights arriving in Luxembourg on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Luxembourg or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 10 years
Legal foundation
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Malta
If your flight to or from Malta gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingMalta (any airline), flights arriving in Malta on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Malta or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
No limitation time to claim
Legal foundation
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Mexico
For delays >3 hours or cancellations, compensation MXN 1,500–5,000 (~€75–€250) depending on circumstances. Hotel + meals provided. Applies to domestic + international departures from Mexico.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 1 year. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
SCT Nom-259 (2023–2025), Profeco enforces
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Montenegro
If your flight to or from Montenegro gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingMontenegro (any airline), flights arriving in Montenegro on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Montenegro or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (ECAA extension)
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Netherlands
If your flight to or from Netherlands gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingNetherlands (any airline), flights arriving in Netherlands on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Netherlands or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 2 years
Legal foundation
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New Zealand
No fixed compensation amount. For controllable disruptions, refunds + meals/hotel/transport as needed. Applies to flights to/from/within New Zealand.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 6 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Civil Aviation Act (enforced 2025)
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Nigeria
Compensation NGN 5,000–50,000 (~€3–€30) depending on delay length. Meals + assistance required. Applies to flights to/from/within Nigeria.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 1 year. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
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North Macedonia
If your flight to or from North Macedonia gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingNorth Macedonia (any airline), flights arriving in North Macedonia on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in North Macedonia or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (ECAA extension)
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Norway
If your flight to or from Norway gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingNorway (any airline), flights arriving in Norway on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Norway or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 3 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (extended)
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Pakistan
For delays >4–5 hours/cancellations, meals/refreshments/communication + hotel/transport if controllable. Tiered/partial compensation possible; full refund if long delay (5+ hours). No fixed nationwide cash for inconvenience. Applies to departures from Pakistan or on Pakistani carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 2–3 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Civil Aviation Authority Pakistan (CAA) & ANO Air Passenger Rights
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Philippines
Domestic delays: PHP 200–2,000 (~€3–€30); international varies by airline. Meals + hotel for significant waits. Refunds/re-routing for cancellations. Applies to domestic + international from Philippines.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 1–2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
CAAP rules & Air Passenger Bill of Rights (2023–2024 updates)
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Poland
If your flight to or from Poland gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingPoland (any airline), flights arriving in Poland on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Poland or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 1 year
Legal foundation
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Portugal
If your flight to or from Portugal gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingPortugal (any airline), flights arriving in Portugal on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Portugal or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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Qatar
Compensation QAR 500–2,000 (~€125–€500) for significant delays/cancellations. Food/drinks + hotel after 2+ hours wait. Applies especially to flights to/from Qatar on Qatar Airways/local services.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
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Romania
If your flight to or from Romania gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingRomania (any airline), flights arriving in Romania on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Romania or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 3 years
Legal foundation
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Russia
Meals + hotel/transport for overnight waits + refunds/re-routing. Compensation for proven damages possible; no fixed cash amount. Applies to flights in Russia or on Russian carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 3 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Russian Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) Passenger Rights (Russian primary)
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Saudi Arabia
Compensation SAR 500–2,000 (~€125–€500) based on distance for delays/cancellations. Meals/drinks + hotel when required. Applies to flights to/from Saudi Arabia.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 1–2 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
GACA Passenger Rights (updated Dec 2024)
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Serbia
If your flight to or from Serbia gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingSerbia (any airline), flights arriving in Serbia on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Serbia or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (ECAA extension)
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Singapore
No fixed compensation amount. For controllable delays >2 hours, refunds + meals/hotel. Claims under consumer law. Applies to flights to/from/within Singapore.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 6 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Air Navigation Act (CAAS guidelines 2025)
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Slovakia
If your flight to or from Slovakia gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingSlovakia (any airline), flights arriving in Slovakia on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Slovakia or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 2 years
Legal foundation
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Slovenia
If your flight to or from Slovenia gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingSlovenia (any airline), flights arriving in Slovenia on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Slovenia or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 2 years
Legal foundation
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South Africa
Up to ZAR 5,000 (~€250) for disruptions. Meals + hotel accommodation required. Applies to flights involving South African carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 3 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Consumer Protection Act 2008 (2025 guidelines)
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South Korea
For delays >3 hours/cancellations on Korean carriers, compensation KRW 100,000–400,000 (~€70–€280). Meals + hotel for long waits. Applies to flights involving Korean carriers.
Time limit to claim
No precise deadline for making a complaint, but up to 3 years. For international flights you may claim compensation up to two years after the disruption, according to the Montreal Convention.
Legal foundation
Aviation Consumer Protection 2023
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Spain
If your flight to or from Spain gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingSpain (any airline), flights arriving in Spain on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Spain or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Up to 5 years
Legal foundation
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Sweden
If your flight to or from Sweden gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingSweden (any airline), flights arriving in Sweden on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Sweden or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 10 years (if airline notified within 2 months)
Legal foundation
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Switzerland
If your flight to or from Switzerland gets delayed, cancelled within 14 days of your departure date, or you're denied boarding, you're entitled to help and money (if it's the airline's fault, not weather or strikes outside their control). You get a cash compensation between €250 and €600. This applies if:
- you arrive 3+ hours late at your final stop,
- you're denied boarding even with a valid ticket.
Even a shorter delay (e.g., 2 hours) from a cancellation can qualify if the replacement flight isn't good enough. Also if the airline suddenly moves your departure forward by more than 1 hour without enough warning, it's treated like a cancellation.
While waiting, you have the right to:
- drinks and snacks after 2–4 hours (depending on flight length),
- proper meals soon after,
- a hotel room plus transport to/from it if overnight,
- and free calls/emails.
You can also choose a full refund (and return home if needed) or a new flight as soon as possible (or later if you prefer). These rights cover all flights leavingSwitzerland (any airline), flights arriving in Switzerland on a European airline, and connecting journeys (on the same booking) that start or end in Switzerland or another European country—even if part of the trip is outside Europe (delay on any leg can count if total arrival is more than 2-3 hours late).
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit is up to 2 years
Legal foundation
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (extended)
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Thailand
For departures from Thailand delayed >3 hours, compensation THB 1,200–4,500 (~€35–€130) depending on time/distance. Meals after 2 hours, hotel if overnight. Refunds/re-routing for longer delays. Applies to departures from Thailand.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit 14 days
Legal foundation
CAAT Notification 101 (effective May 2025)
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Turkey
For delays >3 hours, compensation TRY 1,000–10,000 (~€25–€250) depending on distance/circumstances. Meals after 2–4 hours, hotel for overnights. Refund/re-routing offered. Applies to departures from Turkey or arrivals on Turkish carriers.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit up to 3 years
Legal foundation
SHY-Passenger Rights (updated Dec 2024)
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United Arab Emirates
Compensation AED 1,000–4,000 (~€250–€1,000) depending on distance/duration for delays/cancellations. Meals + hotel mandatory. Applies to flights to/from UAE.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit typically 2 years
Legal foundation
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United Kingdom
Compensation £220–£520 (~€250–€600) for 3+ h delay/cancellation/denied boarding. Meals/refreshments after 2–4 hours, hotel if needed. Refund/re-routing. Applies to departures from UK or arrivals on UK airline.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit up to 6 years
Legal foundation
UK Air Passenger Rights (UK 261)
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United States
No fixed cash compensation for delays/cancellations (proposed rule withdrawn 2025). Automatic refunds for significant delays (3+ h domestic/6+ h international) or cancellations. Assistance (meals/hotel) varies by airline policy. Applies to flights to/from/within US.
Time limit to claim
Claim time limit typically 1–3 years
Legal foundation
US DOT Airline Refunds & Consumer Protections (2024–2025 rules)
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Vietnam
Domestic delays: VND 200,000–400,000 (~€7–€15); international up to $25–$150. Meals/hotel/transport + apology provided. Applies to flights to/from/within Vietnam.
Time limit to claim
claim time limit 14 days
Legal foundation
Civil Aviation Law (amended 2025)
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