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EC 261, in the time it takes to board.

One of the strongest passenger-rights laws in the world: fixed cash compensation for delays, cancellations and denied boarding on flights touching the EU. It also covers Iceland, Norway and Switzerland.

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AT A GLANCE

StatuteREGULATION (EC) NO 261/2004
Max per passenger€600
Delay threshold3 HOURS AT ARRIVAL
Claim windowUP TO 3 YEARS (TYPICAL)

Does EC 261 cover your flight?

Coverage depends on where you departed and who operated the aircraft, not your nationality or where you bought the ticket.

SCENARIO
EXAMPLE
COVERED?
Departing any EU/EEA airportAMS → ANYWHEREYES
Arriving in the EU on an EU carrierJFK → AMS, EU CARRIERYES
Arriving in the EU on a non-EU carrierJFK → AMS, US CARRIERNO
Wholly outside the EUJFK → LAXNO

EC 261 amounts vs EC 261

DISTANCE BAND
EC 261
EC 261
Up to 1,500 km
€250
€250
1,500 – 3,500 km
€400
€400
Over 3,500 km
€600
€600

Claim windows vary by member state, from 1 year to 10; 3 years is typical. Our team applies the forum that fits your route.

EC 261: common questions

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