Handling flight issues can be really frustrating. However, the positive thing is that the European Union has laws to assist travelers when things go wrong. If you’re flying in the EU, it’s a good idea to know about these regulations. They can be useful if your flight is disrupted.
Knowing what you’re entitled to can make handling travel issues much easier. While it won’t make your flight go any faster, it can reduce your anxiety when things go wrong.
Passenger Rights under EU Regulation 261/2004
EU air passengers are protected if their flight experiences difficulties. EU laws guarantee airlines look after their passengers when things go wrong.
When flights are delayed or cancelled, airlines must provide you:
- Refreshments and snacks
- Accommodation if you’re stuck overnight
- Transportation to and from the hotel
- Two free phone calls, emails, or faxes
If you’re experiencing a significant delay or your flight is cancelled, you might also get:
- A refund
- A different flight option
- Compensation to make up for the trouble
Remember to ask airline workers about these things if your plans change. They must inform you about your rights when there’s a significant delay or cancellation.
Air Tahiti Flight Delay Compensation
Travel setbacks from Air Tahiti can be really annoying. However there’s a silver lining: if you’re delayed for more than three hours because of the airline’s fault, you might be able to get some compensation.
Laws in the UK and EU are in your favor. You could be eligible for up to €600 per person. What matters is when you arrive, not when you depart. So pay attention to your arrival time if you want to seek flight delay compensation.
The amount you receive depends on how far you’re flying. A brief trip won’t yield as much as a longer flight, even if they’re both delayed equally.
Interested in learning exactly how much you could get? Check out the table below to see what compensation you could receive:
| Less than 3 hours | Between 3-4 hours | Over 4 hours | Distance |
| €0 | €250 | €250 | All flights up to 1500 km |
| €0 | €400 | €400 | All flights between 1500 km and 3500 km |
| €0 | €400 | €400 | All intra-EU flights over 3500 km |
| €0 | €300 | €600 | All non-EU flights over 3500 km |
Air Tahiti Flight Cancellation Compensation
The European Union has regulations to assist you if your flight is cancelled. Here’s what you need to know:
If your flight gets cancelled less than two weeks before your scheduled departure, you may be entitled to compensation as much as €600. But there’s a catch – the airline doesn’t have to pay if they offer you an alternative flight that doesn’t significantly disrupt your travel.
The carrier can bypass compensation if they provide an alternative flight that meets the following conditions:
| Advance Notice | Re-routing Requirements |
| 14 Days | None |
| 7 – 13 Days | Alternative flight departing no more than 2 hours before and arriving less than 4 hours after the original flight |
| Less than 7 Days | Alternative flight departing no more than 1 hour before and arriving less than 2 hours after the original flight |
If you accept a different flight from the airline, you can still get compensation. The key factor is when you reach your final destination.
The amount you could receive is based on a couple of points:
- The length of your flight
- The time difference between the scheduled and actual arrival
Therefore, even if the new flight doesn’t get there on time, you might still get some compensation.
Refer to the following table for more information:
| Under 2 hours | 2-3 hours | 3-4 hours | Over 4 hours | Never arrived | Distance |
| €125 | €250 | €250 | €250 | €250 | All flights 1,500 km or less |
| €200 | €200 | €400 | €400 | €400 | Internal EU flights over 1,500 km |
| €200 | €200 | €400 | €400 | €400 | Non-internal EU flights 1,500 km- 3,500 km |
| €300 | €300 | €300 | €600 | €600 | Non-internal EU flights over 3,500 km |
The airline may not need to compensate you if they can provide a transfer to your destination, close to the original schedule. Even if you’re just a little late, you might not be entitled to flight cancellation compensation.
How to Claim Compensation from Air Tahiti
It’s important to understand how to claim the compensation you’re entitled to under EU Regulation 261/2004. Here’s how to do it:
- Fill in our form. You’ll need to provide details including your flight number, date, and what went wrong.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will manage the process. We are well-versed in the EU laws thoroughly and will do our best to get you your compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.
Keep in mind that you’re entitled as a passenger to claim compensation for a delayed or cancelled flight. Regardless of whether your flight was delayed as a result of operational reasons or technical difficulties, if it was not caused by extraordinary circumstances such as severe weather or air traffic control decisions, you are entitled to compensation.
Which Air Tahiti Flights are Covered by EU261?
The European Union’s laws for protecting air passengers are far-reaching. They apply to all flights departing from a European Union member state airport and to all flights arriving at a European Union member state airport if the flight is operated by an EU airline.
| Itinerary | Covered by EU 261 |
| Flights departing EU airports | ✅ Covered |
| Flights arriving at EU airports | ✅ Covered |
These laws also cover airlines from Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland. This means if you’re flying with any airline within, to, or from Europe, you probably have these rights. It’s important to know about these laws – they’re there to support you if something goes wrong with your flight. They guarantee you’re not stranded when your travel plans go awry.
When You Are Not Entitled to Compensation
Air Tahiti is not always responsible when flights are delayed or cancelled. Occasionally, things happen that the airline is powerless against, like really bad weather or unforeseen issues.
For instance, if there’s an abrupt major weather event, an urgent situation at the airport, or an air traffic control strike, Air Tahiti cannot be held accountable. These are called “extraordinary circumstances” that the airline is unable to prevent.
When these situations occur, you probably won’t get any compensation. The airline isn’t viewed as doing anything wrong when these unexpected issues arise.
Recent Flight Delays and Cancellations
Was your flight delayed or cancelled without a valid reason? Check our table for the latest flight delays and cancellations. Assess your right to compensation using our claim checker, and let us protect your rights and pursue compensation for you.
Did not find your flight in our table? Try our compensation form, and we will check it for you.
| Date | Airline (Flight number) | Route | Status | Your compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
19.06.202512:40 | Air Tahiti 525 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202515:05 | Air Tahiti 396 | Huahine (HUH) Raiatea (RFP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202514:00 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202513:30 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 823 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 825 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202515:00 | Air Tahiti 396 | Huahine (HUH) Raiatea (RFP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202510:50 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:55 | Air Tahiti 479 | Bora Bora (BOB) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
08.06.202516:25 | Air Tahiti 521 | Mataiva (MVT) Rangiroa (RGI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
08.06.202512:50 | Air Tahiti 543 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
08.06.202510:20 | Air Tahiti 820 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
07.06.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 826 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
06.06.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 825 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
06.06.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 825 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
06.06.202511:20 | Air Tahiti 856 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
05.06.202516:20 | Air Tahiti 430 | Papeete (PPT) Huahine (HUH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
05.06.202514:45 | Air Tahiti 233 | Moorea (MOZ) Bora Bora (BOB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
05.06.202514:10 | Air Tahiti 233 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
05.06.202513:05 | Air Tahiti 857 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
04.06.202515:00 | Air Tahiti 396 | Huahine (HUH) Raiatea (RFP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
04.06.202514:00 | Air Tahiti 396 | Papeete (PPT) Huahine (HUH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
04.06.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
04.06.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
03.06.202513:15 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
02.06.202512:50 | Air Tahiti 807 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
01.06.202515:10 | Air Tahiti 518 | Papeete (PPT) Mataiva (MVT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
01.06.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 859 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
31.05.202515:10 | Air Tahiti 221 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
30.05.202512:40 | Air Tahiti 229 | Bora Bora (BOB) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
30.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 825 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202514:10 | Air Tahiti 832 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202511:55 | Air Tahiti 653 | Tikehau Atoll (TIH) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202516:20 | Air Tahiti 596 | Mataiva (MVT) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202515:20 | Air Tahiti 596 | Arutua (AXR) Mataiva (MVT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202506:10 | Air Tahiti 802 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
25.05.202516:25 | Air Tahiti 518 | Mataiva (MVT) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
25.05.202515:10 | Air Tahiti 518 | Papeete (PPT) Mataiva (MVT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
25.05.202512:50 | Air Tahiti 543 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
25.05.202511:10 | Air Tahiti 859 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
25.05.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 859 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
24.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 826 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
23.05.202516:25 | Air Tahiti 540 | Tikehau Atoll (TIH) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
23.05.202512:10 | Air Tahiti 856 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
23.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 825 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.05.202517:00 | Air Tahiti 246 | Bora Bora (BOB) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.05.202515:05 | Air Tahiti 246 | Moorea (MOZ) Raiatea (RFP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.05.202514:00 | Air Tahiti 396 | Papeete (PPT) Huahine (HUH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.05.202508:25 | Air Tahiti 832 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.05.202518:20 | Air Tahiti 464 | Raiatea (RFP) Bora Bora (BOB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.05.202508:55 | Air Tahiti 520 | Tikehau Atoll (TIH) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.05.202510:20 | Air Tahiti 820 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.05.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 859 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.05.202515:10 | Air Tahiti 221 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.05.202511:40 | Air Tahiti 826 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 826 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.05.202510:45 | Air Tahiti 856 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 825 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.05.202514:15 | Air Tahiti 233 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.05.202512:50 | Air Tahiti 824 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.05.202512:40 | Air Tahiti 548 | Mataiva (MVT) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.05.202508:30 | Air Tahiti 824 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
14.05.202515:00 | Air Tahiti 396 | Huahine (HUH) Raiatea (RFP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
14.05.202514:30 | Air Tahiti 246 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
14.05.202514:00 | Air Tahiti 396 | Papeete (PPT) Huahine (HUH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
14.05.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
14.05.202508:25 | Air Tahiti 832 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.05.202513:15 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.05.202510:20 | Air Tahiti 820 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.05.202511:40 | Air Tahiti 826 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 826 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
08.05.202515:00 | Air Tahiti 516 | Papeete (PPT) Mataiva (MVT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
08.05.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 525 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
08.05.202508:30 | Air Tahiti 824 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
07.05.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
07.05.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
07.05.202508:25 | Air Tahiti 832 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
06.05.202513:15 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
05.05.202511:40 | Air Tahiti 823 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
05.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 823 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
04.05.202515:10 | Air Tahiti 518 | Papeete (PPT) Mataiva (MVT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
03.05.202515:10 | Air Tahiti 221 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
03.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 826 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
02.05.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 825 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
01.05.202513:55 | Air Tahiti 233 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
01.05.202508:30 | Air Tahiti 824 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
30.04.202508:25 | Air Tahiti 832 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.04.202513:30 | Air Tahiti 267 | Huahine (HUH) Moorea (MOZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.04.202513:15 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.04.202512:50 | Air Tahiti 543 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.04.202511:45 | Air Tahiti 820 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.04.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 859 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
