Handling flight disruptions can be very annoying. However, the bright side is that the European Union has regulations to help travelers when things get messed up. If you’re taking a plane in the EU, it’s smart to understand these protections. They can help you out 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 delays, cancellations, and overbookings.
Knowing what you’re entitled to can make dealing with 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
EU air passengers are protected if their flight experiences difficulties. EU laws make sure airlines look after their passengers when things go wrong.
When flights are delayed or cancelled, airlines must offer you:
- Food and drinks;
- Accommodation 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 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 trouble.
Remember to ask airline staff about these things if your plans change. They are obligated to inform you about your rights when there’s a significant delay or cancellation.
Trade Air Flight Delay Compensation
Delays with flights from Trade Air can be very frustrating. However there’s a bright side: if you’re delayed 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 matters is when you land, not when you depart. So pay attention to 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 be compensated as highly as a longer flight, 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 Trade Air delay compensation, simply enter your flight details into the our claim checker to verify your rights.
Trade Air Flight Cancellation Compensation
The EU has regulations to protect you if your flight is cancelled. Here’s what you should know:
If your flight gets cancelled within two weeks of you’re supposed to leave, you might get compensation as much as €600. But there’s a catch – the airline can avoid paying if they rebook you on a different 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 accept an alternative flight from the airline, you’re still eligible for compensation. What matters most is when you reach your final destination.
Your potential compensation is based on two things:
- The distance of your flight
- The delay in your arrival
So, even if you arrive later than planned, you may still receive some compensation.
Refer to the following table 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 transportation 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 Trade Air
It’s essential to be aware of how to request the compensation you’re entitled to under EU Regulation 261/2004. Here’s what you need to do:
- Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide details like 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 comprehensively and will strive to obtain your rightful compensation. You only incur a fee 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 mechanical problems, if it was not caused by extraordinary circumstances such as severe weather or air traffic control decisions, you have a right to compensation.
Which Trade Air Flights are Covered by EU261?
The EU’s air passenger protection laws are comprehensive in scope. They apply to every flight leaving a European Union member state airport and any flight coming into 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 cover airlines from Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland. This means if you’re flying with any airline to, from, or within Europe, you probably have these rights. It’s important to know about these regulations – they exist to support you if issues arise with your flight. They make sure you’re not stranded when your travel plans go awry.
When You Are Not Entitled to Compensation
Trade Air isn’t necessarily at fault when flights are delayed or cancelled. Occasionally, things happen that the airline has no control over, like really bad weather or unexpected problems.
For instance, if there’s an abrupt major weather event, an urgent situation at the airport, or a strike by air traffic controllers, Trade Air isn’t responsible. These are called “extraordinary circumstances” that the airline can’t do anything about.
When these things happen, you likely won’t get any compensation. The airline isn’t viewed as doing anything wrong when these unexpected issues arise. However, Trade Air 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
05.01.202617:00 | Trade Air 566 | (ATH) (TLV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.01.202609:00 | Trade Air 729 | (TLV) (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.01.202614:05 | Trade Air 818 | (PUY) (OSI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.12.202512:00 | Trade Air 729 | (TLV) (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.12.202516:40 | Trade Air 3144 | (BGY) (SSH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.12.202510:00 | Trade Air 565 | (TLV) (ATH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
