Delayed and cancelled flights are the most common problems encountered by travelers. Fortunately, 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 outlines the situations under which passengers are entitled to compensation and assistance in cases of flight disruption.
Here, you will discover everything you need to know about Regulation EU261 and in which situations you are eligible for compensation.
Passenger Rights under EU 261/2004
Under EU Regulation 261/2004, passengers departing from or arriving at Bristol Airport on flights operated by EU-based airlines have specific rights in case of significant delays or cancellations. These rights include:
- Food and drinks: Airlines must provide proper meals and refreshments 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 required, the airline must provide accommodation and transportation to and from the hotel.
- Ticket refund or alternative flight: Passengers may choose between a full refund of their ticket or rebooking on an alternative flight to their final destination.
- Compensation: According to the flight distance and length of delay, passengers might be entitled to financial compensation ranging from €250 to €600.
Bristol Airport Flight Delay Compensation
Passengers experiencing flight delays at Bristol Airport might be eligible for compensation of up to 600 euros per person, especially if the delay lasts longer than three hours. The eligibility for compensation is decided by the reason for the delay and whether it follows UK and EU laws. The amount of compensation is based 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 required to provide compensation for delays due to extraordinary circumstances outside their control.
Bristol Airport Flight Cancellation Compensation
In case of a flight cancellation causing inconvenience at the Bristol Airport, under EU 261, passengers can get compensation of up to €600 if the airline notifies them of the cancellation less than 14 days before departure.
Nevertheless, there are exceptions to this law. The airline might be exempt from compensating passengers if it provides an alternative flight that meets specific 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 if you agree to an alternative flight, provided your arrival at the final destination is significantly delayed. The compensation amount is determined by the distance of the flight and the duration of the delay. You can refer to the table below to figure out the amount of compensation 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 usually don’t provide compensation for cancellations due to extraordinary circumstances beyond their control, such as extreme weather conditions or strikes by air traffic controllers.
Which Bristol Airport Flights are Covered by EU261?
When you’re departing from an airport within the European Union and traveling on an airline flight from the EU, you are covered by EU Regulation 261/2004. This law guarantees that you have certain rights in the event of a delay, flight cancellation, denied boarding, and related issues. Here’s a more detailed table of what situations are protected by EU Regulation 261 and which are not:
| Itinerary | EU Airline | Non-EU Airline |
| Departures from Bristol Airport to anywhere | Yes | Yes |
| Arrivals at Bristol Airport from inside the EU | Yes | No |
| Arrivals at Bristol Airport from outside the EU | Yes | No |
How to Claim Compensation from Bristol Airport
Flight cancellations and delays often occur due to factors such as bad weather, air traffic congestion, mechanical problems, or staffing issues. If you experience a flight disruption at Bristol Airport, you could be eligible for compensation under EU Regulation 261/2004.
To initiate your compensation claim, follow these steps:
- Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide details such as 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 thoroughly and will make every effort to obtain your rightful compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.
Recent Flight Delays and Cancellations
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| Date | Airline (Flight number) | Route | Status | Your compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
21.06.202519:00 | easyJet 2765 | Bristol (BRS) () | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202518:40 | Ryanair 1314 | Bristol (BRS) Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202518:20 | easyJet 2875 | Bristol (BRS) Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202517:25 | easyJet 2945 | Bristol (BRS) Malta International (MLA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202517:20 | easyJet 2943 | Bristol (BRS) Menara (RAK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202517:00 | Eastern Airways | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202516:55 | easyJet 2843 | Bristol (BRS) Capodichino (NAP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202516:45 | easyJet 6712 | Bristol (BRS) Lisbon Portela (LIS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202516:20 | Jet2 1895 | Bristol (BRS) Valerio Catullo (VRN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202516:15 | Jet2 1835 | Bristol (BRS) Ibiza (IBZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202516:05 | Ryanair 5341 | Bristol (BRS) Henri Coanda International (BUH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
21.06.202515:25 | Ryanair 6026 | Bristol (BRS) Roumanieres (EGC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202517:35 | Ryanair 1361 | Bristol (BRS) Marco Polo (VCE) | cancelled | Claim Refund |
20.06.202515:40 | Ryanair 512 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202514:55 | easyJet 261 | Bristol (BRS) George Best Belfast City (BFS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202514:15 | easyJet 2859 | Bristol (BRS) Istanbul Airport (IST) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202512:45 | Aurigny Air Services 643 | Bristol (BRS) Guernsey (GCI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202512:25 | Qatar Airways 8247 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202512:25 | British Airways 8937 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202512:25 | Danish Air 3281 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202510:25 | easyJet 2935 | Bristol (BRS) Prague Vaclav Havel Airport (PRG) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202509:45 | Freebird Airlines 654 | Bristol (BRS) Dalma Airport (DLM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
20.06.202507:55 | TUIfly 6524 | Bristol (BRS) Ioannis Kapodistrias (CFU) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202520:25 | British Airways 8943 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202520:25 | Aer Lingus 3287 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202520:20 | Ryanair 507 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202515:40 | TUIfly 6464 | Bristol (BRS) Lanzarote (ACE) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202513:45 | easyJet 239 | Bristol (BRS) Newcastle Airport (NCL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202513:45 | easyJet 2867 | Bristol (BRS) Lisbon Portela (LIS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202512:55 | Aurigny Air Services 643 | Bristol (BRS) Guernsey (GCI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202512:50 | easyJet 2801 | Bristol (BRS) Diagoras (RHO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202512:00 | Silver Cloud Air 744 | Bristol (BRS) Euroairport France (EAP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202512:00 | Silver Cloud Air 744 | Bristol (BRS) Euroairport France (EAP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202508:55 | Ryanair 509 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202507:00 | Jet2 1807 | Bristol (BRS) Pablo Ruiz Picasso (AGP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:55 | TUIfly 6408 | Bristol (BRS) Ioannis Kapodistrias (CFU) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:45 | TUIfly 6436 | Bristol (BRS) Dubrovnik (DBV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:35 | Jet2 1891 | Bristol (BRS) Sur Reina Sofia (TCI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:30 | easyJet 2873 | Bristol (BRS) Faro (FAO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:25 | Jet2 1897 | Bristol (BRS) Zakinthos International Airport (ZTH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:20 | Jet2 1821 | Bristol (BRS) Faro (FAO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:15 | Ryanair 8212 | Bristol (BRS) Copernicus Airport (WRO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:00 | Jet2 1819 | Bristol (BRS) Kefalonia Istland International Airport (EFL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:00 | TUIfly 6482 | Bristol (BRS) Kefalonia Istland International Airport (EFL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202506:00 | TUIfly 6406 | Bristol (BRS) Malta International (MLA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
19.06.202505:55 | Jet2 1877 | Bristol (BRS) Malta International (MLA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202508:05 | Ryanair 2292 | Bristol (BRS) Alicante El Altet (ALC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202506:15 | Alitalia 3738 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202506:15 | Delta Air Lines 9461 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202506:15 | Eastern Airways 1074 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202506:15 | Kenya Airways 1050 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202506:15 | Virgin Atlantic 6948 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202505:55 | Jet2 1895 | Bristol (BRS) Valerio Catullo (VRN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202519:55 | easyJet 2777 | Bristol (BRS) Charles De Gaulle (PAR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202513:35 | easyJet 2871 | Bristol (BRS) Faro (FAO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202513:30 | easyJet 2867 | Bristol (BRS) Lisbon Portela (LIS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202513:30 | Ryanair 505 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202513:25 | easyJet 5526 | Bristol (BRS) Alicante El Altet (ALC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202508:25 | British Airways 8937 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202508:25 | Qatar Airways 8247 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202508:25 | Aer Lingus 3281 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202507:05 | easyJet 2801 | Bristol (BRS) Diagoras (RHO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:30 | Jet2 1849 | Bristol (BRS) Dalma Airport (DLM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:20 | Virgin Atlantic 6948 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:20 | Eastern Airways 1074 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:20 | Kenya Airways 1050 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:20 | Delta Air Lines 9461 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:20 | Alitalia 3738 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:15 | Ryanair 8254 | Bristol (BRS) Lech Walesa (GDN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:15 | easyJet 2843 | Bristol (BRS) Capodichino (NAP) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202506:00 | Jet2 1885 | Bristol (BRS) Macedonia International (SKG) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202515:20 | easyJet 2885 | Bristol (BRS) Geneve-cointrin (GVA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202515:00 | Jet2 1865 | Bristol (BRS) Adnan Menderes Airport (IZM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202514:05 | Jet2 1817 | Bristol (BRS) Dalma Airport (DLM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202514:00 | Jet2 1813 | Bristol (BRS) Milas–Bodrum Airport (BJV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202513:55 | easyJet 245 | Bristol (BRS) Inverness (INV) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202513:30 | Jet2 1809 | Bristol (BRS) Antalya (AYT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202512:15 | easyJet 2837 | Bristol (BRS) Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) (ROM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202511:55 | easyJet 316 | Bristol (BRS) Edinburgh (EDI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202510:25 | Ryanair 5516 | Bristol (BRS) John Paul II Balice International (KRK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202509:20 | KLM 1076 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202509:20 | Kenya Airways 1052 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202509:20 | Gol 5569 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202509:20 | Delta Air Lines 9522 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202509:20 | Virgin Atlantic 6949 | Bristol (BRS) Schiphol (AMS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.06.202515:15 | Ryanair 623 | Bristol (BRS) Liszt Ferenc International (BUD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
14.06.202515:25 | Ryanair 6026 | Bristol (BRS) Roumanieres (EGC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
14.06.202509:15 | Ryanair 623 | Bristol (BRS) Liszt Ferenc International (BUD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202515:10 | Ryanair 5516 | Bristol (BRS) John Paul II Balice International (KRK) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202507:55 | TUIfly 6524 | Bristol (BRS) Ioannis Kapodistrias (CFU) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202507:10 | easyJet 2703 | Bristol (BRS) El Prat De Llobregat (BCN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202507:05 | easyJet 213 | Bristol (BRS) Edinburgh (EDI) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202507:05 | Jet2 1835 | Bristol (BRS) Ibiza (IBZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202507:00 | easyJet 2839 | Bristol (BRS) Galileo Galilei (PSA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202507:00 | Jet2 1821 | Bristol (BRS) Faro (FAO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202506:50 | Jet2 1859 | Bristol (BRS) Mahon (MAH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202506:00 | TUIfly 6512 | Bristol (BRS) Bourgas (BOJ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202510:35 | easyJet 2769 | Bristol (BRS) Mérignac (BOD) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202509:05 | NetJets Aviation | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202508:25 | Qatar Airways 8247 | Bristol (BRS) Dublin International (DUB) | delayed | Claim Refund |
