Coping with flight issues can be really frustrating. However, the positive thing is that the European Union has regulations to help travelers when things go wrong. If you’re traveling by air in the EU, it’s smart to be aware of these regulations. They can come in handy if your flight is disrupted.
These protections are known as air passenger rights, which are legal entitlements under EU law that safeguard travelers in cases of flight delays, cancellations, and overbookings.
Knowing what you’re entitled to can make managing travel complications a lot simpler. While it won’t speed up your journey, it can make you more relaxed 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:
- Meals and beverages;
- A hotel room if you’re stuck overnight;
- Alternative transportation if your flight is cancelled or significantly delayed;
- Two free phone calls, emails, or faxes.
If you’re experiencing a significant delay or your flight is cancelled, you might also be entitled to:
- A refund;
- A different flight option;
- Compensation to make up for the inconvenience.
Remember to ask airline staff about these entitlements if your plans change. They must tell you about your rights when there’s a significant delay or cancellation.
ITA Airways Flight Delay Compensation
Flight delays from ITA Airways can be very frustrating. However there’s a bright side: if you’re stranded 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 receive up to €600 per person. What matters is when you arrive, not when you leave. So pay attention to your arrival time if you want to seek flight delay compensation.
Your compensation depends on the length of your journey. A short flight won’t be compensated as highly as a longer flight, even if they’re both delayed the same amount of time.
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 |
To check your eligibility for ITA Airways delay compensation, simply enter your flight details into the our claim checker to verify your rights.
ITA Airways Flight Cancellation Compensation
Europe has laws to help you if your flight gets cancelled. Here’s what you need to know:
In the event of a flight cancellation less than two weeks before your planned travel date, you might get 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 carrier can bypass compensation if they offer you a new 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 accept another flight from the airline, you can still get compensation. What matters most is your arrival time at your destination.
The amount you could receive depends on a couple of points:
- How far you’re flying
- The time difference between the scheduled and actual arrival
So, even if the new flight doesn’t get there on time, you could still be eligible for compensation.
Look at the following table 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 if you arrive shortly after the scheduled time, you might not be eligible for flight cancellation compensation.
How to Claim Compensation from ITA Airways
It’s important to understand the process of claiming the compensation you’re entitled to under EU Regulation 261/2004. Here’s how to do it:
- Complete 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 handle the rest. We know the EU laws well and will strive to obtain your rightful compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.
Keep in mind that it is your right as a passenger to claim compensation for a cancelled or delayed flight. Regardless of whether your flight was delayed due to operational reasons or technical issues, if it was not caused by extraordinary circumstances like inclement weather or air traffic control decisions, you qualify for compensation.
Which ITA Airways Flights are Covered by EU261?
The EU’s air passenger protection laws have a wide-ranging scope. They apply to any flight taking off from 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 laws also apply to airlines from Switzerland, Iceland, and Norway. This means if you’re traveling with any airline within, to, or from Europe, you likely have these rights. It’s good to be aware of these regulations – they’re there to support you if issues arise with your flight. They make sure you’re not left on your own when your trip arrangements go awry.
When You Are Not Entitled to Compensation
ITA Airways isn’t necessarily at fault when flights are delayed or cancelled. Sometimes, events occur that the airline can’t control, like really bad weather or unforeseen issues.
For example, if there’s unexpected severe weather, an airport emergency, or an air traffic control strike, ITA Airways 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 come up. However, ITA Airways 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
07.12.202515:20 | ITA Airways 838 | Rome (FCO) Riyadh (RUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.12.202514:15 | ITA Airways 1734 | Catania (CTA) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.12.202513:20 | ITA Airways 1745 | Rome (FCO) Catania (CTA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.12.202511:40 | ITA Airways 1724 | Catania (CTA) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.12.202510:15 | ITA Airways 1710 | Catania (CTA) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.12.202515:10 | ITA Airways 854 | Rome (FCO) (DSS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202514:10 | ITA Airways 1966 | Edinburgh (EDI) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202513:15 | ITA Airways 1157 | Rome (FCO) Reggio Calabria (REG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.12.202511:40 | ITA Airways 61 | Madrid (MAD) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.12.202522:40 | ITA Airways 680 | Rome (FCO) Buenos Aires (EZE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.12.202515:20 | ITA Airways 838 | Rome (FCO) Riyadh (RUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.12.202510:05 | ITA Airways 678 | Rome (FCO) Sao Paulo (GRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202521:50 | ITA Airways 1603 | Rome (FCO) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202514:25 | ITA Airways 1652 | Bari (BRI) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202513:35 | ITA Airways 1671 | Rome (LIN) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.12.202511:15 | ITA Airways 1412 | Turin (TRN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202516:35 | ITA Airways 1633 | Rome (LIN) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202515:45 | ITA Airways 1672 | Bari (BRI) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202515:20 | ITA Airways 1616 | Bari (BRI) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202514:25 | ITA Airways 1652 | Bari (BRI) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202513:30 | ITA Airways 1613 | Rome (FCO) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.12.202511:15 | ITA Airways 1412 | Turin (TRN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202521:45 | ITA Airways 1363 | Rome (FCO) Trieste (TRS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202520:15 | ITA Airways 1353 | Rome (LIN) Trieste (TRS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202513:25 | ITA Airways 1613 | Rome (FCO) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202513:20 | ITA Airways 1475 | Rome (FCO) Venice (VCE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202513:00 | ITA Airways 2133 | Rome (LIN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202512:55 | ITA Airways 1799 | Rome (FCO) Palermo (PMO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202511:40 | ITA Airways 77 | Barcelona (BCN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202511:30 | ITA Airways 2036 | Rome (FCO) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202511:15 | ITA Airways 1466 | Venice (VCE) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202511:15 | ITA Airways 1412 | Turin (TRN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202510:50 | ITA Airways 351 | Paris (ORY) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202509:35 | ITA Airways 1731 | Rome (FCO) Catania (CTA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202509:20 | ITA Airways 1463 | Rome (FCO) Venice (VCE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202509:15 | ITA Airways 1357 | Rome (FCO) Trieste (TRS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202509:00 | ITA Airways 74 | Rome (FCO) Barcelona (BCN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202508:55 | ITA Airways 720 | Rome (FCO) Athens (ATH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.12.202508:25 | ITA Airways 211 | London (LCY) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202521:50 | ITA Airways 674 | Rome (FCO) Sao Paulo (GRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202515:10 | ITA Airways 854 | Rome (FCO) (DSS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202515:10 | ITA Airways 758 | Rome (FCO) Bangkok (BKK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202509:05 | ITA Airways 576 | Rome (FCO) Geneva (GVA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.11.202508:20 | ITA Airways 572 | Rome (FCO) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202515:05 | ITA Airways 792 | Rome (FCO) Tokyo (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202509:25 | ITA Airways 151 | Brussels (BRU) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202509:20 | ITA Airways 1617 | Rome (FCO) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202508:55 | ITA Airways 1639 | Rome (LIN) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202508:15 | ITA Airways 1638 | Bari (BRI) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202507:00 | ITA Airways 148 | Rome (LIN) Brussels (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.11.202506:05 | ITA Airways 1637 | Rome (LIN) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202522:00 | ITA Airways 894 | Rome (FCO) Cairo (CAI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202522:00 | ITA Airways 1185 | Rome (LIN) Lamezia Terme (SUF) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202521:50 | ITA Airways 722 | Rome (FCO) Athens (ATH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202517:55 | ITA Airways 897 | Cairo (CAI) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202517:40 | ITA Airways 1589 | Rome (FCO) Alghero (AHO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202517:35 | ITA Airways 1607 | Rome (FCO) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202517:20 | ITA Airways 1467 | Rome (FCO) Venice (VCE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202517:20 | ITA Airways 1167 | Rome (FCO) Lamezia Terme (SUF) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202517:15 | ITA Airways 1435 | Rome (FCO) Turin (TRN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202516:00 | ITA Airways 2059 | Rome (LIN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:50 | ITA Airways 160 | Rome (FCO) Brussels (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:25 | ITA Airways 1726 | Catania (CTA) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:20 | ITA Airways 1616 | Bari (BRI) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:15 | ITA Airways 1792 | Palermo (PMO) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:15 | ITA Airways 1156 | Reggio Calabria (REG) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:15 | ITA Airways 852 | Rome (FCO) Accra (ACC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:10 | ITA Airways 1318 | Bologna (BLQ) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:05 | ITA Airways 1270 | Napoli (NAP) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202515:05 | ITA Airways 324 | Rome (FCO) Paris (CDG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202514:35 | ITA Airways 60 | Rome (FCO) Madrid (MAD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202514:30 | ITA Airways 2071 | Rome (LIN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202514:00 | ITA Airways 2038 | Rome (FCO) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202513:25 | ITA Airways 1575 | Rome (FCO) Alghero (AHO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202513:25 | ITA Airways 1269 | Rome (FCO) Napoli (NAP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202513:20 | ITA Airways 1319 | Rome (FCO) Bologna (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202513:20 | ITA Airways 1745 | Rome (FCO) Catania (CTA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202513:20 | ITA Airways 1619 | Rome (FCO) Brindisi (BDS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202513:20 | ITA Airways 1475 | Rome (FCO) Venice (VCE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202513:15 | ITA Airways 1157 | Rome (FCO) Reggio Calabria (REG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202513:00 | ITA Airways 2133 | Rome (LIN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202512:40 | ITA Airways 719 | Athens (ATH) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202512:40 | ITA Airways 896 | Rome (FCO) Cairo (CAI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202512:35 | ITA Airways 1724 | Catania (CTA) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202511:25 | ITA Airways 1384 | Genova (GOA) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202511:15 | ITA Airways 1412 | Turin (TRN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202511:15 | ITA Airways 1466 | Venice (VCE) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202511:05 | ITA Airways 1314 | Bologna (BLQ) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202510:45 | ITA Airways 571 | Zurich (ZRH) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202510:30 | ITA Airways 2045 | Rome (LIN) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.11.202508:20 | ITA Airways 572 | Rome (FCO) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202521:50 | ITA Airways 1603 | Rome (FCO) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202515:20 | ITA Airways 621 | Los Angeles (LAX) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202515:10 | ITA Airways 854 | Rome (FCO) (DSS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202515:05 | ITA Airways 792 | Rome (FCO) Tokyo (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.11.202507:05 | ITA Airways 1746 | Rome (LIN) Catania (CTA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202518:20 | ITA Airways 1291 | Rome (LIN) Napoli (NAP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202516:50 | ITA Airways 574 | Rome (FCO) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202511:20 | ITA Airways 1264 | Napoli (NAP) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.11.202510:50 | ITA Airways 351 | Paris (ORY) Rome (LIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
