Coping with flight disruptions can be very annoying. However, the good news 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 be aware of these protections. They can help you out if your flight is disrupted.
Being aware of your options can make dealing with travel complications less stressful. While it won’t make your flight go any faster, it can help you feel less stressed when things go wrong.
Passenger Rights under EU Regulation 261/2004
EU air passengers are protected if their flight experiences difficulties. EU laws ensure airlines take care of their passengers when things go wrong.
When flights are delayed or cancelled, airlines must offer you:
- Meals and beverages
- Accommodation if you’re stuck overnight
- Transportation to and from the hotel
- 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
- An alternative flight
- Compensation to make up for the trouble
Don’t forget to inquire with airline representatives about these entitlements if your plans change. They must tell you about your rights when there’s a significant delay or cancellation.
British Airways Flight Delay Compensation
Delays with flights from British Airways can be very frustrating. However there’s some good news: if you’re delayed for more than three hours owing to the airline’s fault, you might be able to get some compensation.
Regulations in the UK and EU are on your side. You could receive up to €600 per person. What counts is when you land, not when you take off. So keep an eye on your arrival time if you want to seek flight delay compensation.
How much you get depends on how far you’re flying. A short flight won’t be compensated as highly as a long one, 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 |
British Airways Flight Cancellation Compensation
The European Union has laws to assist you if your flight gets cancelled. Here’s what you should know:
If your flight gets cancelled within two weeks of you’re supposed to leave, you may be entitled to compensation up to €600. However, there’s a condition – the airline can avoid paying if they offer you an alternative flight that doesn’t mess up your plans too much.
The airline may not need to compensate you 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 agree to take an alternative flight from the airline, you can still get compensation. The most important thing is when you reach your final destination.
The amount you could receive depends on a couple of points:
- The distance of your flight
- How late you arrive
As a result, even if you arrive later than planned, you may still receive some compensation.
Check out the following table to see more details:
| 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 a transfer to your destination, close to the original schedule. Even with a slight delay, you might not be eligible for flight cancellation compensation.
How to Claim Compensation from British Airways
It’s important to know how to request the compensation you’re entitled to under EU Regulation 261/2004. Here’s the process:
- Complete 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 comprehensively and will make every effort to secure your compensation. You only pay us if we win your case.
Remember that it is your right as a passenger to claim compensation for a delayed or cancelled flight. Regardless of whether your flight was delayed because of operational reasons or technical difficulties, if it was not caused by extraordinary circumstances including adverse weather conditions or air traffic control decisions, you are entitled to compensation.
Which British Airways Flights are Covered by EU261?
The EU’s air passenger protection laws have a wide-ranging scope. They cover any flight taking off from a European Union member state airport and every flight landing at an airport in an EU member state 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 regulations also include airlines from Switzerland, Iceland, and Norway. This means if you’re flying with any airline within, to, or from Europe, you probably have these rights. It’s good to know about these laws – they’re in place to assist you if problems occur with your flight. They ensure you’re not stranded when your travel plans fall through.
When You Are Not Entitled to Compensation
British Airways isn’t always responsible when flights are delayed or cancelled. Occasionally, things happen that the airline can’t control, like severe weather conditions or unexpected problems.
For instance, if there’s an abrupt major weather event, an airport emergency, or an air traffic control strike, British Airways is not liable. These are called “extraordinary circumstances” that the airline can’t do anything about.
When these situations occur, you probably won’t get any compensation. The airline isn’t viewed as doing anything wrong when these unexpected issues occur.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
30.05.202508:30 | British Airways 4604 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
30.05.202507:50 | British Airways 4623 | Tokyo (HND) Helsinki (HEL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
30.05.202507:05 | British Airways 4630 | Tokyo (ITM) Tokyo (HND) | delayed | Claim Refund |
30.05.202506:45 | British Airways 3437 | Tokyo (KIX) Tokyo (HND) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202516:50 | British Airways 6059 | Helsinki (HEL) Budapest (BUD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202516:30 | British Airways 49 | London (LHR) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202516:20 | British Airways 6002 | Helsinki (HEL) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202516:00 | British Airways 7515 | Seattle (SEA) Bozeman (BZN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202516:00 | British Airways 7538 | Portland (PDX) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202515:59 | British Airways 7512 | Bozeman (BZN) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202515:53 | British Airways 7563 | Seattle (SEA) Eugene (EUG) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202515:52 | British Airways 7588 | Pasco (PSC) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202515:37 | British Airways 7548 | Salt Lake City (SLC) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202514:42 | British Airways 7553 | Seattle (SEA) Victoria (YYJ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202514:31 | British Airways 7584 | Oakland (OAK) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202514:30 | British Airways 4649 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202514:20 | British Airways 6245 | Johannesburg (JNB) Bulawayo (BUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202514:12 | British Airways 7591 | Seattle (SEA) Pasco (PSC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202514:08 | British Airways 7606 | Las Vegas (LAS) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202514:00 | British Airways 4610 | Tokyo (HND) Fukuoka (FUK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202513:30 | British Airways 4602 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202512:30 | British Airways 4605 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202512:20 | British Airways 4607 | Okinawa (OKA) Tokyo (HND) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202510:59 | British Airways 7594 | Redmond (RDM) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202510:34 | British Airways 2988 | Portland (PDX) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202510:30 | British Airways 6244 | Johannesburg (JNB) Bulawayo (BUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202510:20 | British Airways 3431 | Tokyo (HND) Okayama (OKJ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202510:05 | British Airways 3441 | Tokyo (HND) Nagasaki (NGS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202510:00 | British Airways 6166 | Doha (DOH) Entebbe (EBB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202509:30 | British Airways 4627 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202509:30 | British Airways 7518 | Spokane (GEG) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202509:30 | British Airways 2994 | Portland (PDX) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202509:25 | British Airways 7586 | Oakland (OAK) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202509:20 | British Airways 6425 | Reno (RNO) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202508:30 | British Airways 4604 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202508:15 | British Airways 7604 | San Diego (SAN) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202508:00 | British Airways 7530 | Maui (OGG) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202507:35 | British Airways 7736 | Nairobi (NBO) Entebbe (EBB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202507:15 | British Airways 7570 | Juneau (JNU) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202501:35 | British Airways 7734 | Nairobi (NBO) Entebbe (EBB) | cancelled | Claim Refund |
28.05.202522:30 | British Airways 2490 | Dallas (DFW) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202521:56 | British Airways 7555 | Seattle (SEA) Victoria (YYJ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202521:40 | British Airways 6424 | Seattle (SEA) Reno (RNO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202521:30 | British Airways 7537 | Seattle (SEA) Portland (PDX) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202520:18 | British Airways 7608 | Las Vegas (LAS) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202520:15 | British Airways 7507 | Seattle (SEA) Boise (BOI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202520:09 | British Airways 7519 | Seattle (SEA) Spokane (GEG) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202520:00 | British Airways 2991 | Seattle (SEA) Portland (PDX) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202519:49 | British Airways 7545 | San Francisco (SFO) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202518:00 | British Airways 7118 | Madrid (MAD) (DSS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202518:00 | British Airways 7572 | Vancouver (YVR) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202517:49 | British Airways 7520 | Spokane (GEG) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202517:15 | British Airways 4027 | Glasgow (GLA) Islay (ILY) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202516:50 | British Airways 6059 | Helsinki (HEL) Budapest (BUD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202516:30 | British Airways 4636 | Tokyo (ITM) Tokyo (HND) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202516:30 | British Airways 4631 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202516:20 | British Airways 6002 | Helsinki (HEL) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202516:11 | British Airways 7585 | Seattle (SEA) Oakland (OAK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202516:10 | British Airways 872 | London (LHR) Krakow (KRK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202515:59 | British Airways 7512 | Bozeman (BZN) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202515:53 | British Airways 7563 | Seattle (SEA) Eugene (EUG) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202515:46 | British Airways 2950 | Seattle (SEA) San Francisco (SFO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202515:37 | British Airways 7548 | Salt Lake City (SLC) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202515:30 | British Airways 864 | London (LHR) Budapest (BUD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202514:31 | British Airways 7584 | Oakland (OAK) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202514:30 | British Airways 3439 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (CTS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202514:20 | British Airways 7502 | Anchorage (ANC) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202514:20 | British Airways 4009 | Glasgow (GLA) Benbecula (BEB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202514:15 | British Airways 4646 | Tokyo (HND) Hiroshima (HIJ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202514:07 | British Airways 7564 | Juneau (JNU) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202514:00 | British Airways 4626 | Fukuoka (FUK) Tokyo (HND) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202513:30 | British Airways 4602 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202513:25 | British Airways 7592 | Redmond (RDM) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202513:10 | British Airways 5 | London (LHR) Tokyo (HND) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202513:05 | British Airways 6299 | Johannesburg (JNB) Skukuza (SZK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202512:55 | British Airways 4622 | Fukuoka (FUK) Tokyo (HND) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202512:55 | British Airways 8912 | Dublin (DUB) Carrickfinn (CFN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202512:50 | British Airways 107 | London (LHR) Dubai (DXB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202512:40 | British Airways 4638 | Tokyo (HND) Nagasaki (NGS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202512:35 | British Airways 6246 | Bulawayo (BUQ) Johannesburg (JNB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202512:05 | British Airways 6064 | Budapest (BUD) Helsinki (HEL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202512:00 | British Airways 7617 | Seattle (SEA) Los Angeles (LAX) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202511:55 | British Airways 4616 | Tokyo (HND) Okinawa (OKA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202511:50 | British Airways 6316 | Johannesburg (JNB) Kasane (BBK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202510:59 | British Airways 7594 | Redmond (RDM) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202510:55 | British Airways 2461 | Dallas (DFW) Puerto Vallarta (PVR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202510:30 | British Airways 6244 | Johannesburg (JNB) Bulawayo (BUQ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202510:05 | British Airways 3441 | Tokyo (HND) Nagasaki (NGS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202510:00 | British Airways 4619 | Tokyo (HND) Fukuoka (FUK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202510:00 | British Airways 4647 | Tokyo (HND) Oita (OIT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202509:55 | British Airways 3435 | Tokyo (HND) Hiroshima (HIJ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202509:30 | British Airways 4627 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (ITM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202509:20 | British Airways 7 | London (LHR) Tokyo (HND) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202508:54 | British Airways 4952 | Dallas (DFW) New York (JFK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202507:15 | British Airways 7570 | Juneau (JNU) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202500:50 | British Airways 6197 | Doha (DOH) Erbil (EBL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202522:45 | British Airways 7579 | Seattle (SEA) Medford (MFR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202522:45 | British Airways 7565 | Seattle (SEA) Juneau (JNU) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202522:34 | British Airways 4344 | Dallas (DFW) Tucson (TUS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202522:34 | British Airways 7532 | Maui (OGG) Seattle (SEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
