Bergen Airport Flight Delay and Cancellation Compensation

Flight cancellations and delays are the most common issues encountered by travelers. Luckily, the European Union has EU Regulation 261/2004, which guarantees that you, as a passenger, are not left in a difficult situation and that your rights are protected. The European Union Regulation 261/2004 defines the situations when passengers are eligible for compensation and assistance during flight disruption.

Here, you will discover everything you need to know about Regulation EU261 and under what circumstances you are entitled to compensation.

Passenger Rights under EU 261/2004

According to EU Regulation 261/2004, travelers departing from or arriving at Bergen Airport on flights operated by EU-based airlines have specific rights in case of significant cancellations or delays. These rights include:

• Food and drinks: Airlines must provide proper meals and beverages during the waiting period.
• Access to means of communication: Passengers should be provided two free phone calls, emails, or faxes.
• Hotel accommodation if necessary: If an overnight stay is necessary, the airline must provide accommodation and transportation to and from the hotel.
• Ticket refund or alternative flight: Passengers may select from a full refund of their ticket or rebooking on an alternative flight to their final destination.
• Compensation: Depending on the flight distance and length of delay, passengers could qualify for financial compensation ranging from €250 to €600.

Bergen Airport Flight Delay Compensation

Flyers facing flight delays at Bergen Airport might be entitled to compensation of up to 600 euros per person, especially if the delay lasts longer than three hours. The right to compensation is decided by the cause of the delay and whether it complies with UK and EU regulations. The amount of compensation is calculated on the time of arrival at the destination rather than departure time and is influenced by the distance of the flight and the duration of the delay.

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

Keep in mind that airlines are not obligated to provide compensation for delays resulting from extraordinary circumstances outside their control.

Bergen Airport Flight Cancellation Compensation

In case of a flight cancellation causing inconvenience at the Bergen Airport, under EU 261/2004, travelers may receive compensation of up to €600 if the airline notifies them of the cancellation less than 14 days before departure.

However, there are exceptions to this regulation. The airline could be exempt from compensating passengers if it provides an alternative flight that meets certain criteria, letting you arrive at your destination with the minimal delay possible:

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

Financial compensation might still be available even when you accept an alternative flight, provided your arrival at the final destination is significantly delayed. The compensation amount is calculated by the distance of the flight and the length of the delay. You can check this table to figure out the compensation amount you are entitled to:

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

Keep in mind that airlines typically don’t offer compensation for cancellations due to extraordinary circumstances beyond their control, such as severe weather or air traffic control strikes.

Which Bergen Airport Flights are Covered by EU261?

When you’re departing from an airport in the European Union and traveling on an airline flight from the EU, you are protected under EU Regulation 261/2004. This law ensures that you have certain rights in the event of a delay, flight cancellation, denied boarding, and other similar situations. Here’s a more detailed table of what situations are covered under EU Regulation 261 and which are not:

Itinerary	EU Airline	Non-EU Airline
Departures from Bergen Airport to anywhere	Yes	Yes
Arrivals at Bergen Airport from inside the EU	Yes	No
Arrivals at Bergen Airport from outside the EU	Yes	No

How to Claim Compensation from Bergen Airport

Flight disruptions are common due to factors such as bad weather, air traffic congestion, mechanical problems, or crew shortages. If you encounter a flight disruption at Bergen Airport, you could be eligible for compensation under EU Regulation 261/2004.

To initiate your compensation claim, follow these steps:

1. Complete our form. You’ll need to provide details such as your flight number, date, and the problem you faced.
2. Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We are well-versed in the EU laws comprehensively and will do our best to obtain your rightful compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.

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