Handling flight issues can be very annoying. However, the bright side is that the European Union has regulations to help travelers when things go wrong. If you’re taking a plane in the EU, it’s wise to understand these protections. They can come in handy if your flight goes off course.
These protections are known as air passenger rights, which are legal entitlements under EU regulation that safeguard travelers in cases of flight cancellations, delays, and overbookings.
Knowing what you’re entitled to can make managing travel issues a lot simpler. While it won’t speed up your journey, it can reduce your anxiety when things get disrupted.
Passenger Rights under EU Regulation 261/2004
EU air passengers are protected if their flight experiences difficulties. EU laws guarantee airlines take care of their passengers when things go wrong.
When flights are delayed or cancelled, airlines must provide you:
- Refreshments and snacks;
- Accommodation if you’re stranded overnight;
- Alternative transportation if your flight is cancelled or significantly delayed;
- Two free phone calls, emails, or faxes.
If you’re delayed for a long time or your flight is cancelled, you might also receive:
- A refund;
- A different flight option;
- Compensation to make up for the inconvenience.
Remember to inquire with airline staff about these entitlements 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 very frustrating. However there’s a silver lining: if you’re stuck waiting 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 on your side. You could be eligible for up to €600 per person. What matters is when you reach your destination, not when you leave. So pay attention to your arrival time if you want to seek flight delay compensation.
Your compensation depends on how far you’re flying. A short flight won’t be compensated as highly as a longer flight, even if they’re both delayed for the same duration.
Want to know exactly how much you could get? Check out the table below to see how much money you might get:
| 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 |
To check your eligibility for Air Tahiti delay compensation, simply enter your flight details into the our claim checker to verify your rights.
Air Tahiti Flight Cancellation Compensation
The EU has laws to help you if your flight is cancelled. Here’s what you need to know:
If your flight is cancelled less than two weeks before you’re supposed to leave, you may be entitled to compensation of up to €600. However, there’s a condition – the airline doesn’t have to pay if they rebook you on a different flight that doesn’t mess up your plans too much.
The airline may not need to compensate you if they arrange a replacement 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 agree to take an alternative flight from the airline, you’re still eligible for compensation. What matters most is your arrival time at your destination.
The amount you could receive depends on two things:
- The length of your flight
- The time difference between the scheduled and actual arrival
As a result, even if the new flight doesn’t get there on time, you may still receive some compensation.
Check out the table below 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 might not have to compensate you if they can provide transportation to your destination, close to the original schedule. Even with a slight delay, you might not be entitled to flight cancellation compensation.
How to Claim Compensation from Air Tahiti
It’s crucial to be aware of how to claim the compensation you deserve under EU Regulation 261/2004. Here’s the process:
- Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide details like your flight number, date, and the problem you faced.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We are well-versed in the EU laws thoroughly and will do our best to secure your compensation. You only incur a fee if we win your case.
Remember that you have the right as a passenger to claim compensation for a cancelled or delayed flight. No matter whether your flight was delayed because of operational reasons or technical difficulties, if it was not caused by extraordinary circumstances including inclement 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 every flight leaving an airport in an EU member state and to all flights arriving at a European Union member state airport when an EU-based airline operates the flight.
| Itinerary | Covered by EU 261 |
| Flights departing EU airports | ✅ Covered |
| Flights arriving at EU airports | ✅ Covered |
These laws also apply to airlines from Switzerland, Iceland, and Norway. This means if you’re flying with any airline to, from, or within Europe, you probably have these rights. It’s helpful to be aware of these regulations – they’re there to assist you if issues arise with your flight. They guarantee you’re not stranded when your travel plans don’t work out.
When You Are Not Entitled to Compensation
Air Tahiti isn’t necessarily responsible when flights are delayed or cancelled. Sometimes, situations arise that the airline can’t control, like extreme weather or unforeseen issues.
For example, if there’s unexpected severe weather, an emergency at the airport, or an air traffic control strike, Air Tahiti cannot be held accountable. These are called “extraordinary circumstances” that the airline can’t do anything about.
When these things happen, you are unlikely to get any compensation. The airline is not considered to be doing anything wrong when these unforeseen difficulties arise. However, Air Tahiti must prove that the cancellation or delay was caused by extraordinary circumstances in order to avoid paying.
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 | Flight number | Route | Status | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07.12.202511:10 | Air Tahiti 859 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.12.202510:25 | Air Tahiti 820 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.12.202515:25 | Air Tahiti 472 | Papeete (PPT) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.12.202511:40 | Air Tahiti 826 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.12.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 826 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202516:45 | Air Tahiti 540 | Tikehau Atoll (TIH) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202512:10 | Air Tahiti 856 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202511:50 | Air Tahiti 228 | Moorea (MOZ) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202511:40 | Air Tahiti 825 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202510:50 | Air Tahiti 235 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 467 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.12.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 525 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202511:45 | Air Tahiti 474 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202508:25 | Air Tahiti 832 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202508:10 | Air Tahiti 633 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202516:35 | Air Tahiti 363 | Raiatea (RFP) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202516:35 | Air Tahiti 363 | Raiatea (RFP) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202513:30 | Air Tahiti 267 | Huahine (HUH) Moorea (MOZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202512:55 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202516:55 | Air Tahiti 458 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202516:05 | Air Tahiti 313 | Raiatea (RFP) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202514:10 | Air Tahiti 490 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202512:10 | Air Tahiti 476 | Huahine (HUH) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202511:40 | Air Tahiti 823 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202515:10 | Air Tahiti 521 | Papeete (PPT) Mataiva (MVT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202511:10 | Air Tahiti 859 | Atuona (AUQ) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202510:25 | Air Tahiti 820 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 859 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202509:10 | Air Tahiti 627 | Raiatea (RFP) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202511:40 | Air Tahiti 480 | Raiatea (RFP) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202510:35 | Air Tahiti 480 | Papeete (PPT) Raiatea (RFP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202510:30 | Air Tahiti 826 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.11.202508:15 | Air Tahiti 373 | Raiatea (RFP) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202512:10 | Air Tahiti 856 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202514:35 | Air Tahiti 367 | Raiatea (RFP) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202514:15 | Air Tahiti 824 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202511:45 | Air Tahiti 474 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202508:25 | Air Tahiti 832 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202507:55 | Air Tahiti 497 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202507:30 | Air Tahiti 411 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202513:30 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.11.202517:10 | Air Tahiti 313 | Huahine (HUH) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.11.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 520 | Tikehau Atoll (TIH) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.11.202509:20 | Air Tahiti 520 | Rangiroa (RGI) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
23.11.202515:10 | Air Tahiti 521 | Papeete (PPT) Mataiva (MVT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
23.11.202512:50 | Air Tahiti 543 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
23.11.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 859 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
12.11.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
12.11.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
12.11.202511:55 | Air Tahiti 653 | Tikehau Atoll (TIH) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
12.11.202508:25 | Air Tahiti 832 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
11.11.202514:25 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
11.11.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 267 | Bora Bora (BOB) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
11.11.202512:05 | Air Tahiti 692 | Bora Bora (BOB) Rangiroa (RGI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
11.11.202509:55 | Air Tahiti 831 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
11.11.202506:25 | Air Tahiti 481 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202514:45 | Air Tahiti 461 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202514:10 | Air Tahiti 5002 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202513:50 | Air Tahiti 768 | Maupiti (MAU) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202513:35 | Air Tahiti 442 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202512:50 | Air Tahiti 543 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202512:30 | Air Tahiti 667 | Tikehau Atoll (TIH) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202511:30 | Air Tahiti 820 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202511:00 | Air Tahiti 407 | Bora Bora (BOB) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202509:50 | Air Tahiti 407 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202509:40 | Air Tahiti 859 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.11.202509:25 | Air Tahiti 627 | Raiatea (RFP) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.11.202515:35 | Air Tahiti 221 | Moorea (MOZ) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.11.202515:00 | Air Tahiti 221 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202518:30 | Air Tahiti 424 | Bora Bora (BOB) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202517:50 | Air Tahiti 424 | Raiatea (RFP) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202516:55 | Air Tahiti 452 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202515:05 | Air Tahiti 409 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202514:10 | Air Tahiti 493 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202512:30 | Air Tahiti 400 | Huahine (HUH) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202512:25 | Air Tahiti 486 | Raiatea (RFP) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202512:10 | Air Tahiti 856 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202511:50 | Air Tahiti 228 | Moorea (MOZ) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.11.202515:00 | Air Tahiti 516 | Papeete (PPT) Mataiva (MVT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.11.202512:45 | Air Tahiti 525 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.11.202511:05 | Air Tahiti 824 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.11.202510:25 | Air Tahiti 832 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.11.202506:05 | Air Tahiti 832 | Papeete (PPT) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202514:25 | Air Tahiti 523 | Papeete (PPT) Tikehau Atoll (TIH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202517:35 | Air Tahiti 464 | Papeete (PPT) Raiatea (RFP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202517:25 | Air Tahiti 372 | Huahine (HUH) Raiatea (RFP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202514:30 | Air Tahiti 490 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202514:25 | Air Tahiti 227 | Papeete (PPT) Moorea (MOZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 823 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Atuona (AUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202510:00 | Air Tahiti 421 | Papeete (PPT) Bora Bora (BOB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202508:30 | Air Tahiti 405 | Bora Bora (BOB) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202518:55 | Air Tahiti 326 | Huahine (HUH) Raiatea (RFP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202518:05 | Air Tahiti 455 | Huahine (HUH) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202517:20 | Air Tahiti 455 | Bora Bora (BOB) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202516:05 | Air Tahiti 499 | Papeete (PPT) Huahine (HUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202511:50 | Air Tahiti 820 | Nuku Hiva (NHV) Papeete (PPT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202510:25 | Air Tahiti 820 | Atuona (AUQ) Nuku Hiva (NHV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
