Coping with flight problems can be really frustrating. However, the positive thing is that the European Union has regulations to assist travelers when things get messed up. If you’re traveling by air in the EU, it’s smart to be aware of these protections. They can come in handy if your flight goes off course.
Knowing what you’re entitled to can make handling travel issues much easier. While it won’t get you to your destination quicker, 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 make sure airlines look after their passengers when things go wrong.
When flights are delayed or cancelled, airlines must provide you:
- Food and drinks
- A hotel room if you’re stranded 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 ask airline representatives about these things if your plans change. They have to inform you about your rights when there’s a significant delay or cancellation.
Chalair Aviation Flight Delay Compensation
Travel setbacks from Chalair Aviation can be really annoying. However there’s some good news: if you’re stranded for more than three hours owing to the airline’s fault, you might be able to get some compensation.
Laws in the UK and EU are on your side. You could receive up to €600 per person. What matters is when you reach your destination, not when you depart. So keep an eye on your arrival time if you want to seek flight delay compensation.
Your compensation depends on your flight distance. A short flight won’t yield as much as a long one, even if they’re both delayed equally.
Interested in learning exactly how much you could get? Take a look at 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 |
Chalair Aviation Flight Cancellation Compensation
The EU has regulations to assist you if your flight is cancelled. Here’s what you should know:
If your flight is cancelled less than two weeks before your planned travel date, you may be entitled to compensation up to €600. But keep in mind – the airline can avoid paying if they rebook you on a different flight that doesn’t significantly disrupt your travel.
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 another flight from the airline, you can still get compensation. The key factor is your arrival time at your destination.
The amount you could receive is determined by two things:
- The length of your flight
- The delay in your arrival
So, even if the new flight doesn’t get there on time, you might still get 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 be required 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 entitled to flight cancellation compensation.
How to Claim Compensation from Chalair Aviation
It’s crucial to understand how to claim the compensation you deserve under EU Regulation 261/2004. Here’s how to do it:
- Complete this form. You’ll need to provide details such as your flight number, date, and the issue you encountered.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will manage the process. We know the EU laws comprehensively and will make every effort to secure your compensation. You only pay us if we win your case.
Don’t forget that you have the right as a passenger to claim compensation for a cancelled or delayed flight. Regardless of whether your flight was delayed as a result of operational issues 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 Chalair Aviation Flights are Covered by EU261?
The air passenger protection regulations of the European Union are far-reaching. They apply to all flights departing from an airport in an EU member state 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 Norway, Switzerland, and Iceland. 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’re there to support you if problems occur with your flight. They guarantee you’re not stranded when your trip arrangements fall through.
When You Are Not Entitled to Compensation
Chalair Aviation is not always responsible when flights are delayed or cancelled. Sometimes, events occur that the airline is powerless against, like really bad weather or unforeseen issues.
For example, if there’s a sudden storm, an urgent situation at the airport, or a strike by air traffic controllers, Chalair Aviation cannot be held accountable. These are called “extraordinary circumstances” that the airline is unable to prevent.
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 come up.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
13.06.202520:05 | Chalair 1556 | Paris (ORY) Aurillac (AUR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
06.06.202520:05 | Chalair 1556 | Paris (ORY) Aurillac (AUR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
06.06.202519:45 | Chalair 1936 | Paris (ORY) Brive-La-Gaillarde (BVE) | delayed | Claim Refund |
05.06.202520:45 | Chalair 76 | Lyon (LYS) Limoges (LIG) | delayed | Claim Refund |
31.05.202521:00 | Chalair 5056 | La Rochelle (LRH) Perpignan (PGF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
30.05.202518:00 | Chalair 103 | Jersey (JER) Brive-La-Gaillarde (BVE) | delayed | Claim Refund |
30.05.202516:00 | Chalair 5055 | Perpignan (PGF) La Rochelle (LRH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
23.05.202520:05 | Chalair 1556 | Paris (ORY) Aurillac (AUR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
