Whether you’re a leisure traveler, flying with your family, on a business trip, or a frequent flyer, a delayed flight can disrupt your plans—and cost you peace of mind. Fortunately, under the right circumstances, you may be entitled to flight delay compensation, and the team at Lennuabi is here to help you navigate the process with clarity and confidence.
What counts as a delay you can claim for?
Under Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 (“EU 261”), if your scheduled arrival is three hours or more late and your flight falls under certain EU-airport or carrier rules, you may be eligible for compensation. The key conditions:
- The flight departs from an EU airport or is operated by an EU-registered carrier and lands in the EU.
- The delay is not due to “extraordinary circumstances” beyond the airline’s control (e.g., extreme weather or certain air-traffic events).
How much can you claim?
Depending on the distance of the flight, you may be able to claim up to €600 in compensation. A typical breakdown:
- Shorter flights (under 1,500 km): up to about €250.
- Medium-distance flights (1,500 km–3,500 km): up to about €400.
- Long flights (over 3,500 km): up to about €600.
How does Lennuabi help you?
At Lennuabi, the approach is simple and aimed at reducing your hassle. Their platform guides you through checking eligibility, gathering the necessary documents (boarding pass, booking confirmation, etc.), and submitting your claim. Whether you’re flying for vacation, family time, business, or as a frequent flyer, the support is the same: turning what feels like a headache into a clear process.
What to do when your flight is delayed
- Check your arrival time against the original schedule—if you’re landing three or more hours late, you might qualify under EU 261.
- Gather documentation: keep your boarding pass, booking details, any communication from the airline about the delay, and receipts for additional costs if applicable.
- Submit your claim: with Lennuabi, this can be done online—no upfront fees, and they work on your behalf.
- Understand other rights: even if compensation doesn’t apply (say the airline demonstrates extraordinary circumstances), you may still be eligible for care such as meals, communication access, and accommodation depending on delay length.
A few practical tips
- If you’re flying from India (or elsewhere) via an EU airport, or flying on an EU airline, check your route carefully for eligibility.
- Don’t assume that a weather delay always means no claim; airlines must prove truly extraordinary circumstances.
- Submit claims sooner rather than later; while deadlines vary by country, it’s best to act while details are fresh.
- Keep your travel schedule flexible and always keep the documents safe.
