Coping with flight issues can be really frustrating. 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 smart to understand these protections. They can be useful 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 handling travel complications much easier. While it won’t speed up your journey, it can help you feel less stressed when things go wrong.
Passenger Rights under EU Regulation 261/2004
When you’re flying in the EU, rest assured that there’s help available in the case of a flight disruption. EU laws ensure airlines take care of their passengers when things go wrong.
When flights are delayed or cancelled, airlines must offer you:
- Refreshments and snacks;
- A hotel room 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 ask airline staff about these things if your plans change. They are obligated to tell you about your rights when there’s a significant delay or cancellation.
Brussels Airlines Flight Delay Compensation
Flight delays from Brussels Airlines can be very frustrating. However there’s a bright side: if you’re stranded for more than three hours due to the airline’s fault, you might be able to get some compensation.
Laws in the UK and EU are in your favor. You could receive up to €600 per person. What is important 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 equally.
Want to know exactly how much you could get? Take a look at the table below to see the potential reimbursement amounts:
| 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 Brussels Airlines delay compensation, simply enter your flight details into the our claim checker to verify your rights.
Brussels Airlines Flight Cancellation Compensation
The EU has regulations to help you if your flight gets cancelled. Here’s what you should know:
If your flight gets cancelled less than two weeks before you’re supposed to leave, you might get compensation up to €600. However, there’s a condition – the airline doesn’t have to pay if they can get you on another flight that aligns closely with your original schedule.
The carrier can bypass compensation 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 choose to board an alternative flight from the airline, you’re still eligible for compensation. The key factor is when you reach your final destination.
How much money you might get is determined by two things:
- The length of your flight
- The delay in your arrival
So, even if the alternative flight is delayed, you could still be eligible for compensation.
Check out the table below to understand better:
| 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 Brussels Airlines
It’s crucial to know how to claim the compensation you’re entitled to under EU Regulation 261/2004. Here’s what you need to do:
- Fill in our form. You’ll need to provide details such as 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 well and will strive to obtain your rightful compensation. You only pay us if we win your case.
Remember that you’re entitled as a passenger to claim compensation for a delayed or cancelled flight. No matter whether your flight was delayed because of operational reasons or technical issues, if it was not caused by extraordinary circumstances such as adverse weather conditions or air traffic control decisions, you qualify for compensation.
Which Brussels Airlines Flights are Covered by EU261?
The European Union’s laws for protecting air passengers are comprehensive in scope. They apply to every flight leaving an airport in an EU member state and to all flights arriving at an airport in an EU member state provided the airline is based in the EU.
| 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 when you travel with any airline to, from, or within Europe, you likely have these rights. It’s helpful to know about these laws – they exist to assist you if something goes wrong with your flight. They guarantee you’re not abandoned when your trip arrangements fall through.
When You Are Not Entitled to Compensation
Brussels Airlines is not always at fault when flights are delayed or cancelled. At times, things happen that the airline can’t control, like extreme weather or unforeseen issues.
For instance, if there’s unexpected severe weather, an emergency at the airport, or air traffic controllers go on strike, Brussels Airlines isn’t responsible. These are called “extraordinary circumstances” that the airline can’t do anything about.
When these events take place, you likely won’t get any compensation. The airline isn’t viewed as doing anything wrong when these unexpected issues arise. However, Brussels Airlines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07.01.202621:40 | Brussels Airlines 278 | (ACC) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202619:50 | Brussels Airlines 278 | (LFW) (ACC) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202619:40 | Brussels Airlines 256 | (ABJ) (OUA) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:50 | Brussels Airlines 277 | (ACC) (LFW) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:50 | Brussels Airlines 255 | (OUA) (ABJ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:50 | Brussels Airlines 2647 | (BRU) (MUC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:40 | Brussels Airlines 3816 | (LIS) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:20 | Brussels Airlines 7132 | (KRK) (MUC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:05 | Brussels Airlines 3772 | (ALC) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:55 | Brussels Airlines 3148 | (LIN) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:50 | Brussels Airlines 7126 | (KRK) (FRA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:35 | Brussels Airlines 3722 | (MAD) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:30 | Brussels Airlines 2612 | (FRA) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:15 | Brussels Airlines 2258 | (CPH) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:15 | Brussels Airlines 3703 | (BRU) (BCN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:05 | Brussels Airlines 3598 | (MRS) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:05 | Brussels Airlines 3202 | (VCE) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:55 | Brussels Airlines 2582 | (BER) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:50 | Brussels Airlines 2644 | (MUC) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:50 | Brussels Airlines 3588 | (LYS) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:50 | Brussels Airlines 3735 | (BRU) (AGP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:50 | Brussels Airlines 6401 | (BRU) (LIS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:40 | Brussels Airlines 2624 | (HAM) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:35 | Brussels Airlines 7020 | (FRA) (ARN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202611:10 | Brussels Airlines 2174 | (MAN) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:55 | Brussels Airlines 277 | (BRU) (ACC) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:50 | Brussels Airlines 3815 | (BRU) (LIS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:35 | Brussels Airlines 7117 | (FRA) (KRK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:30 | Brussels Airlines 255 | (BRU) (OUA) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:30 | Brussels Airlines 2611 | (BRU) (FRA) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:25 | Brussels Airlines 3147 | (BRU) (LIN) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:15 | Brussels Airlines 3634 | (CDG) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202610:00 | Brussels Airlines 2731 | (BRU) (ZRH) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202609:50 | Brussels Airlines 2257 | (BRU) (CPH) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202609:40 | Brussels Airlines 2581 | (BRU) (BER) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202609:35 | Brussels Airlines 2643 | (BRU) (MUC) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202609:25 | Brussels Airlines 4133 | (BRU) (LIN) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202609:05 | Brussels Airlines 2902 | (VIE) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202609:00 | Brussels Airlines 7017 | (BRU) (FRA) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202609:00 | Brussels Airlines 2608 | (FRA) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202608:55 | Brussels Airlines 2642 | (MUC) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202608:45 | Brussels Airlines 2730 | (ZRH) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202608:25 | Brussels Airlines 4150 | (FCO) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202608:15 | Brussels Airlines 2712 | (GVA) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202608:10 | Brussels Airlines 6502 | (ATH) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:30 | Brussels Airlines 2738 | (ZRH) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:20 | Brussels Airlines 4008 | (RIX) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:20 | Brussels Airlines 7016 | (FRA) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:15 | Brussels Airlines 2630 | (HAM) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:10 | Brussels Airlines 6402 | (LIS) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:00 | Brussels Airlines 2607 | (BRU) (FRA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:00 | Brussels Airlines 3594 | (LYS) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:00 | Brussels Airlines 4164 | (LIN) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202607:00 | Brussels Airlines 7050 | (MUC) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202606:55 | Brussels Airlines 5502 | (ZAG) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202606:55 | Brussels Airlines 2268 | (CPH) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202606:50 | Brussels Airlines 2104 | (LHR) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202606:40 | Brussels Airlines 4014 | (TLL) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202606:10 | Brussels Airlines 2184 | (MAN) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202622:10 | Brussels Airlines 7137 | (MUC) (KRK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202621:20 | Brussels Airlines 7121 | (FRA) (KRK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202621:20 | Brussels Airlines 2652 | (MUC) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202621:15 | Brussels Airlines 5101 | (BRU) (GVA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202621:10 | Brussels Airlines 2103 | (BRU) (LHR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202620:20 | Brussels Airlines 379 | (DLA) (NSI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202620:15 | Brussels Airlines 2736 | (ZRH) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202620:00 | Brussels Airlines 6406 | (LIS) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202619:55 | Brussels Airlines 6523 | (BRU) (ATH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202619:55 | Brussels Airlines 6005 | (BRU) (VIE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202619:10 | Brussels Airlines 2651 | (BRU) (MUC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202618:55 | Brussels Airlines 4127 | (BRU) (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202618:40 | Brussels Airlines 3150 | (LIN) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202618:30 | Brussels Airlines 2318 | (GOT) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202618:15 | Brussels Airlines 3788 | (ACE) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202618:05 | Brussels Airlines 5506 | (ZAG) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202618:00 | Brussels Airlines 2284 | (OSL) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202617:55 | Brussels Airlines 6403 | (BRU) (LIS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202617:50 | Brussels Airlines 2096 | (LHR) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202617:35 | Brussels Airlines 2734 | (ZRH) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202617:30 | Brussels Airlines 3728 | (MAD) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202617:25 | Brussels Airlines 2294 | (ARN) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202617:10 | Brussels Airlines 2722 | (GVA) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202616:55 | Brussels Airlines 2095 | (BRU) (LHR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202616:30 | Brussels Airlines 4002 | (MLA) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202616:30 | Brussels Airlines 2811 | (BRU) (PRG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202616:25 | Brussels Airlines 3149 | (BRU) (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202616:15 | Brussels Airlines 8913 | (EWR) (LAX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202616:10 | Brussels Airlines 3290 | (TLV) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202616:00 | Brussels Airlines 2317 | (BRU) (GOT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:55 | Brussels Airlines 2648 | (MUC) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:35 | Brussels Airlines 8875 | (ORD) (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:30 | Brussels Airlines 3736 | (AGP) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:25 | Brussels Airlines 4144 | (CTA) (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:20 | Brussels Airlines 4138 | (BRI) (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:15 | Brussels Airlines 4142 | (VCE) (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:10 | Brussels Airlines 2283 | (BRU) (OSL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:05 | Brussels Airlines 3704 | (BCN) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202615:00 | Brussels Airlines 4154 | (FLR) (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202614:20 | Brussels Airlines 3782 | (TFS) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.01.202613:55 | Brussels Airlines 3784 | (LPA) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
