Whenever flights get delayed or cancelled, it can be frustrating and inconvenient for passengers. However, the European Union has a regulation 261 that helps protect passengers in such situations. According to EU261/2004, if your flight is delayed or cancelled, the airline has to provide you with compensation and assistance. This article will focus on Flair Airlines flight compensation, explaining when you may be entitled to it and how to claim it.
Passenger Rights Under EU 261/2004
The EU 261 is the legislation that covers the rights of air passengers. Specifically, this law covers different situations, including rebooking, delays, flight cancellations, etc., and requires airlines to resolve individual cases with fairness and care. If the situation occurs because of the airline’s fault, any traveler who experienced certain inconveniences has a right to get compensation. Moreover, passengers may be entitled to certain benefits, which we will discuss further in the article.
Right to Compensation
European Union Regulation 261 includes rules concerning the process of compensation, including assistance to people who suffered from issues with flights. Specifically, the amount of compensation you can expect to receive is up to 600 euros per person. This sum varies, depending on your circumstances.
Flair Airlines Flight Cancellation Compensation
First and foremost, passengers need to know that the airline is required to notify them about the flight cancellation. In case the airline informs you under fourteen days before your scheduled departure and does not offer any alternative flight, the airline, according to the EU 261, is obligated to compensate you compensation of 250 – 600 euros.
At the same time, if a passenger is provided with an alternative flight but arrives at his destination later than the scheduled arrival time of the original flight, the passenger may also be entitled to compensation. The table below shows the airline’s obligations depending on the length of the delay:
| 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 |
Flair Airlines Flight Delay Compensation
The amount of compensation you may receive depends on the delay time, with longer delays generally resulting in higher compensation amounts. When a flight is delayed for 3+ hours, the airline is obligated to provide compensation. If the flight is delayed for five or more hours, the passenger may receive a ticket refund or another flight to the final destination.
Furthermore, in such situations, the airline also must provide a passenger with refreshments, meals, and accommodation. See key information on compensation in the table below:
| 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 |
When submitting a compensation claim for a delayed flight, providing accurate flight details is essential to support your case.
Right to Care
Right to Care relates to a specific aspect of European Union Regulation 261/2004, which sets out regulations on assistance and compensation for travelers in cases of denied boarding, flight cancellations, or long delays.
The “Right to Care” under EU261 requires airlines to provide certain assistance and services to passengers affected by significant delays or cancellations. These include:
- Meals and beverages appropriate to the waiting time
- Hotel accommodation if an overnight stay becomes necessary
- Transport between the airport and the place of accommodation
- Emails or faxes and two free phone calls
Upgrading and Downgrading
When a passenger gets an alternative flight, it is good to know about upgrading and downgrading the flight’s class.
In cases, when the airline provides you with a higher class (for instance, you had Economy but were upgraded to Business class), you will not be charged extra for this upgrade.
Regarding downgrading in class (in case you booked a Business class flight, but were downgraded to Economy), you have a right to receive reimbursement. Here, it’s important to note that the amount of compensation fully depends on the distance of a flight:
- 30% of the flight tickets cost for a 1,500 km distance or less;
- 50% of the flight tickets cost (specifically, for intra-EU flights that are over 1,500 km and all other flights with a 1,500 km and 3,500 km distance;
- 75% of the ticket price for flights with a 3,500+ km distance.
Consider that these rights apply to every flight within the European Union, as well as flights departing from or arriving in the European Union operated by airlines based in the EU.
When Are You Not Entitled to Compensation?
Unfortunately, there are situations, when passengers will not receive compensation for cancelled or delayed flights. Specifically, we talk about extraordinary circumstances that are beyond the airline’s control. Some of the examples are as follows:
- Bad weather conditions and natural disasters;
- Political circumstances (related security risks, terrorist attacks);
- A collision of the aircraft and foreign objects (birds, for instance);
- Unruly or very ill passengers;
- Strikes (that are not caused by the airline’s crew).
In addition, if the airline potentially could have done something to prevent problems with the flight and failed to handle the situation, you may be eligible for compensation.
Which Flights are Covered by EU 261/2004?
European Union Regulation 261 covers all flights departing from airports in the EU. This regulation also extends to flights arriving in the EU if the airline is based in the EU. This includes airlines from EU countries as well as Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland.
Nevertheless, Flair Airlines is not a European airline. Consequently, they are not obliged to pay compensation if their flights operate outside of the European Union. This is true even for their flights to the European Union if they start outside the EU.
| Itinerary | Covered by EU 261 |
| Flights departing from the EU airports | ✔️ Yes |
| Flights arriving at the EU airports | ❌ No |
How to Claim Flair Airlines Compensation
Flight cancellation or delay can be a frustrating experience that can not only upset you but also ruin all your travel plans. Those who are unlucky enough to face a flight cancellation or delay should know exactly how to seek compensation. To apply for compensation, follow these steps:
- Complete our form. You’ll need to provide details like your flight number, date, and the issue you encountered.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We understand the EU laws well and will strive to get you your compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.
Recent Flight Delays and Cancellations
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| Date | Flight number | Route | Status | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07.11.202511:25 | Flair Airlines 1603 | Fort Lauderdale (FLL) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202507:15 | Flair Airlines 805 | Calgary (YYC) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202507:00 | Flair Airlines 620 | Calgary (YYC) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.11.202523:30 | Flair Airlines 2810 | Vancouver (YVR) Cancun (CUN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.11.202507:55 | Flair Airlines 601 | Toronto (YYZ) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202514:10 | Flair Airlines 621 | Toronto (YYZ) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202521:30 | Flair Airlines 629 | Toronto (YYZ) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202521:00 | Flair Airlines 613 | Toronto (YYZ) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202520:55 | Flair Airlines 857 | Winnipeg (YWG) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202520:35 | Flair Airlines 825 | Edmonton (YEG) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202520:00 | Flair Airlines 665 | Toronto (YYZ) Abbotsford (YXX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202517:45 | Flair Airlines 641 | Toronto (YYZ) Winnipeg (YWG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202517:15 | Flair Airlines 824 | Vancouver (YVR) Edmonton (YEG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202517:10 | Flair Airlines 623 | Toronto (YYZ) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202515:30 | Flair Airlines 811 | Calgary (YYC) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202514:10 | Flair Airlines 621 | Toronto (YYZ) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202507:25 | Flair Airlines 630 | Edmonton (YEG) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202500:45 | Flair Airlines 2627 | Mexico City (MEX) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202521:30 | Flair Airlines 629 | Toronto (YYZ) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202520:20 | Flair Airlines 657 | Halifax (YHZ) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202513:05 | Flair Airlines 9923 | Nassau (NAS) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202512:55 | Flair Airlines 608 | Vancouver (YVR) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202507:25 | Flair Airlines 630 | Edmonton (YEG) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.10.202520:20 | Flair Airlines 640 | Winnipeg (YWG) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.10.202517:10 | Flair Airlines 623 | Toronto (YYZ) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.10.202517:00 | Flair Airlines 1693 | New York (MCO) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202521:00 | Flair Airlines 665 | Toronto (YYZ) Abbotsford (YXX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202519:40 | Flair Airlines 751 | Winnipeg (YWG) Edmonton (YEG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202518:45 | Flair Airlines 503 | Calgary (YYC) Abbotsford (YXX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202517:10 | Flair Airlines 641 | Toronto (YYZ) Winnipeg (YWG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202514:20 | Flair Airlines 505 | Calgary (YYC) Abbotsford (YXX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.10.202501:10 | Flair Airlines 630 | Edmonton (YEG) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.10.202500:45 | Flair Airlines 628 | Calgary (YYC) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202521:40 | Flair Airlines 629 | Toronto (YYZ) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202520:10 | Flair Airlines 644 | Winnipeg (YWG) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202520:00 | Flair Airlines 502 | Abbotsford (YXX) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202518:55 | Flair Airlines 705 | Edmonton (YEG) Abbotsford (YXX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202518:55 | Flair Airlines 809 | Calgary (YYC) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202516:00 | Flair Airlines 757 | Edmonton (YEG) Kelowna (YLW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.10.202519:05 | Flair Airlines 400 | Kitchener-Waterloo (YKF) Halifax (YHZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.10.202512:40 | Flair Airlines 758 | Kelowna (YLW) Edmonton (YEG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.10.202521:15 | Flair Airlines 805 | Calgary (YYC) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.10.202516:05 | Flair Airlines 817 | Calgary (YYC) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.10.202515:45 | Flair Airlines 856 | Vancouver (YVR) Winnipeg (YWG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.10.202519:50 | Flair Airlines 551 | Calgary (YYC) Kelowna (YLW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.10.202514:05 | Flair Airlines 807 | Calgary (YYC) Vancouver (YVR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.10.202510:50 | Flair Airlines 806 | Vancouver (YVR) Calgary (YYC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.10.202510:00 | Flair Airlines 638 | Edmonton (YEG) Toronto (YYZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.10.202509:20 | Flair Airlines 701 | Edmonton (YEG) Abbotsford (YXX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.10.202510:35 | Flair Airlines 637 | Toronto (YYZ) Edmonton (YEG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.10.202510:33 | Flair Airlines 7004 | Qu?bec City (YQB) Wabush (YWK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
