Handling flight disruptions can be very annoying. However, the positive thing is that the European Union has laws to support travelers when things get messed up. If you’re flying in the EU, it’s a good idea to be aware of these regulations. They can come in handy if your flight is disrupted.
Understanding your rights can make dealing with travel complications a lot simpler. While it won’t speed up your journey, it can reduce your anxiety when things go wrong.
Passenger Rights under EU Regulation 261/2004
If your flight has problems in the EU, you’ll get help. EU laws ensure airlines look after their passengers when things go wrong.
When flights are delayed or cancelled, airlines must provide you:
- Meals and beverages
- A hotel room 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 be entitled to:
- A refund
- An alternative flight
- Compensation to make up for the trouble
Don’t forget to inquire with airline workers about these things if your plans change. They have to tell you about your rights when there’s a significant delay or cancellation.
EasyJet Flight Delay Compensation
Delays with flights from EasyJet can be very frustrating. However there’s some good news: if you’re stuck waiting for more than three hours because of the airline’s fault, you might be able to get some compensation.
Regulations in the UK and EU are on your side. You could get up to €600 per person. What is important is when you reach your destination, not when you take off. So monitor your arrival time if you want to seek flight delay compensation.
How much you get depends on how far you’re flying. A brief trip won’t get you as much money 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 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 |
EasyJet Flight Cancellation Compensation
The EU has regulations to help you if your flight gets cancelled. Here’s what you need to know:
If your flight gets cancelled within two weeks of your scheduled departure, you could be eligible for compensation of up to €600. However, there’s a condition – the airline doesn’t have to pay if they can get you on another flight that doesn’t significantly disrupt your travel.
The airline can avoid paying 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 receive compensation. The most important thing is when you reach your final destination.
The amount you could receive depends on two things:
- The length of your flight
- How late you arrive
So, even if you arrive later than planned, you could still be eligible for compensation.
Refer to 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 may not need to compensate you if they can provide a transfer to your destination, close to the original schedule. Even if you arrive shortly after the scheduled time, you might not be entitled to flight cancellation compensation.
How to Claim Compensation from EasyJet
It’s important to know how to request the compensation you’re entitled to under EU Regulation 261/2004. Here’s what you need to do:
- Complete this form. You’ll need to provide details including 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 understand the EU laws well and will do our best 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 due to operational issues or mechanical problems, if it was not caused by extraordinary circumstances like inclement weather or air traffic control decisions, you have a right to compensation.
Which EasyJet Flights are Covered by EU261?
The European Union’s laws for protecting air passengers have a wide-ranging scope. They apply to all flights departing from an airport in an EU member state and any flight coming into an airport within an EU country 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 regulations also include airlines from Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland. This means if you’re flying with any airline within, to, or from Europe, you likely have these rights. It’s helpful to understand these laws – they exist to support you if something goes wrong with your flight. They ensure you’re not left on your own when your travel plans fall through.
When You Are Not Entitled to Compensation
EasyJet isn’t always at fault when flights are delayed or cancelled. At times, things happen that the airline can’t control, like really bad weather or unexpected problems.
For example, if there’s unexpected severe weather, an emergency at the airport, or air traffic controllers go on strike, EasyJet isn’t responsible. These are called “extraordinary circumstances” that the airline is unable to prevent.
When these events take place, you likely won’t get any compensation. The airline isn’t seen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
29.05.202512:10 | easyJet 1262 | Krakow (KRK) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202511:20 | easyJet 5732 | Palma Mallorca (PMI) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202511:00 | easyJet 5702 | Malaga (AGP) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
29.05.202509:55 | easyJet 1261 | Zurich (BSL) Krakow (KRK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202517:50 | easyJet 4669 | Paris (CDG) Krakow (KRK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202512:50 | easyJet 4685 | Paris (CDG) Budapest (BUD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202511:25 | easyJet 5706 | Alicante (ALC) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202511:25 | easyJet 5728 | Gudja (MLA) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202507:00 | easyJet 5725 | London (SEN) Las Palmas (LPA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
28.05.202506:00 | easyJet 1123 | Zurich (BSL) Rome (FCO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202523:05 | easyJet 2768 | Nice (NCE) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202523:00 | easyJet 2852 | Dalaman (DLM) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202522:30 | easyJet 2914 | Hurghada (HRG) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202522:10 | easyJet 2704 | Barcelona (BCN) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202522:00 | easyJet 2708 | Madrid (MAD) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202521:50 | easyJet 210 | Glasgow (GLA) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202521:30 | easyJet 2912 | Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202516:50 | easyJet 2868 | Lisbon (LIS) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202515:50 | easyJet 2836 | Olbia (OLB) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202515:45 | easyJet 7509 | Faro (FAO) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202514:45 | easyJet 9047 | Bristol (BRS) Paris (CDG) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202514:20 | easyJet 2724 | Alicante (ALC) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202514:05 | easyJet 1747 | Nice (NCE) Brussels (BRU) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202513:30 | easyJet 2867 | Bristol (BRS) Lisbon (LIS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202513:25 | easyJet 5526 | Bristol (BRS) Alicante (ALC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202513:00 | easyJet 7273 | Palma Mallorca (PMI) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202512:50 | easyJet 4667 | Paris (CDG) Krakow (KRK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202511:40 | easyJet 5702 | Malaga (AGP) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202511:10 | easyJet 2742 | Ibiza (IBZ) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202511:00 | easyJet 5720 | Reus (REU) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202511:00 | easyJet 5722 | Almeria (LEI) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202510:45 | easyJet 2701 | Corvera (RMU) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202510:35 | easyJet 2892 | Split (SPU) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202510:35 | easyJet 2769 | Bristol (BRS) Bordeaux (BOD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202510:15 | easyJet 1206 | Pristina (PRN) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202510:05 | easyJet 2766 | Nice (NCE) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202510:05 | easyJet 2774 | Paris (CDG) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202509:30 | easyJet 9991 | London (LGW) Chateauroux (CHR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202509:25 | easyJet 1254 | Marrakech (RAK) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202509:20 | easyJet 1212 | Budapest (BUD) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202509:10 | easyJet 3524 | Bari (BRI) Rome (MXP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202508:05 | easyJet 1528 | Brussels (BRU) Geneva (GVA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202507:45 | easyJet 1756 | Zurich (BSL) Nice (NCE) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202507:05 | easyJet 2801 | Bristol (BRS) Rhodes (RHO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202507:05 | easyJet 5501 | Alicante (ALC) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202507:00 | easyJet 201 | Bristol (BRS) Glasgow (GLA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202506:05 | easyJet 1755 | Nice (NCE) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202506:00 | easyJet 1071 | Zurich (BSL) Bordeaux (BOD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
27.05.202506:00 | easyJet 1003 | Zurich (BSL) Palma Mallorca (PMI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202523:25 | easyJet 2852 | Dalaman (DLM) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202522:45 | easyJet 2706 | Barcelona (BCN) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202522:10 | easyJet 2736 | Las Palmas (LPA) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202521:55 | easyJet 2874 | Faro (FAO) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202521:50 | easyJet 1190 | Berlin (BER) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202521:50 | easyJet 1190 | Berlin (BER) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202521:25 | easyJet 2942 | Enfidha (NBE) Bristol (BRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202521:15 | easyJet 5190 | Zurich (ZRH) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202521:05 | easyJet 5154 | Paris (ORY) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202520:45 | easyJet 5146 | Nice (NCE) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202520:35 | easyJet 5054 | Napoli (NAP) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202520:25 | easyJet 4230 | Zurich (BSL) Napoli (NAP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202520:15 | easyJet 1018 | Ibiza (IBZ) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202520:00 | easyJet 5267 | Berlin (BER) Copenhagen (CPH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202519:45 | easyJet 7338 | Berlin (BER) Palma Mallorca (PMI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202519:40 | easyJet 1276 | Porto (OPO) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202518:35 | easyJet 2881 | Bristol (BRS) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202518:35 | easyJet 7103 | Barcelona (BCN) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202518:30 | easyJet 1589 | Geneva (GVA) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202518:05 | easyJet 7275 | Palma Mallorca (PMI) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202518:05 | easyJet 4229 | Napoli (NAP) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202518:00 | easyJet 2933 | Bristol (BRS) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202517:40 | easyJet 1017 | Zurich (BSL) Ibiza (IBZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202517:20 | easyJet 1275 | Zurich (BSL) Porto (OPO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202517:20 | easyJet 3161 | Glasgow (GLA) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202517:05 | easyJet 4222 | Zurich (BSL) Napoli (NAP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202517:05 | easyJet 1120 | Brindisi (BDS) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202516:45 | easyJet 5010 | Chania (CHQ) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202516:35 | easyJet 1016 | Madrid (MAD) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202516:35 | easyJet 7274 | Zurich (BSL) Palma Mallorca (PMI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202516:25 | easyJet 7337 | Palma Mallorca (PMI) Berlin (BER) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202516:10 | easyJet 1004 | Palma Mallorca (PMI) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202515:40 | easyJet 2182 | Zurich (BSL) Manchester (MAN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202515:40 | easyJet 4777 | Nantes (NTE) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202515:05 | easyJet 1232 | Edinburgh (EDI) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202514:40 | easyJet 4221 | Napoli (NAP) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202514:35 | easyJet 1002 | Manises (VLC) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202514:20 | easyJet 1122 | Lamezia Terme (SUF) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202514:15 | easyJet 1010 | Sevilla (SVQ) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202514:00 | easyJet 1008 | Malaga (AGP) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202513:55 | easyJet 7273 | Palma Mallorca (PMI) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202513:55 | easyJet 5715 | London (SEN) Dalaman (DLM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202513:35 | easyJet 7511 | Faro (FAO) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202512:55 | easyJet 8649 | London (LGW) Dusseldorf (DUS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202512:15 | easyJet 2181 | Manchester (MAN) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202511:50 | easyJet 5728 | Gudja (MLA) London (SEN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202508:30 | easyJet 1212 | Budapest (BUD) Zurich (BSL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202507:30 | easyJet 5735 | London (SEN) Pisa (PSA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202506:15 | easyJet 2843 | Bristol (BRS) Napoli (NAP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202506:00 | easyJet 2845 | Bristol (BRS) Catania (CTA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
26.05.202506:00 | easyJet 2709 | Bristol (BRS) Palma Mallorca (PMI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
