Cancelled and delayed flights are the most frequent problems encountered by travelers. Luckily, the European Union has EU Regulation 261/2004, which ensures 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 entitled to compensation and assistance in cases of flight disruption.
Here, you will find everything you need to know about EU 261 regulation and in which situations you are entitled to compensation.
Passenger Rights under EU 261/2004
According to EU 261, travelers arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from EU countries or departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to anywhere on flights operated by airlines from the EU have certain rights. These rights include:
- Food and drinks: Airlines must provide proper refreshments and snacks 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 is obligated to provide accommodation and transportation to and from the hotel.
- Ticket refund or alternative flight: Passengers can select from 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 may be eligible for financial compensation between €250 to €600.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Flight Delay Compensation
Flyers facing flight delays at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport could be eligible for 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 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 length 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 flight delays resulting from extraordinary circumstances beyond their control.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Flight Cancellation Compensation
In the event of a flight cancellation causing inconvenience at the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, according to EU 261/2004, passengers can receive compensation of up to €600 if the airline informs 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 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 could still be available even though you agree to an alternative flight, provided your arrival at the final destination is significantly delayed. The compensation amount is determined by the flight distance and the length 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 caused by extraordinary circumstances beyond their control, such as extreme weather conditions or strikes by air traffic controllers.
Which Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Flights are Covered by EU261?
Although Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is not within the EU, European Union Regulation 261/2004 may still apply to some flights. Passengers arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from EU countries or departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to anywhere on flights operated by airlines from the EU are covered by EU 261/2004.
Thus, despite their geographic location beyond the EU, certain flights departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may be subject to European regulations if they are operated by EU-based airlines.
| Itinerary | EU Airline | Non-EU Airline |
| Departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to anywhere | Yes | No |
| Arrivals at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from inside the EU | Yes | No |
| Arrivals at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from outside the EU | No | No |
How to Claim Compensation from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Flight disruptions often occur due to factors such as extreme weather conditions, air traffic congestion, mechanical problems, or crew shortages. If you experience a flight disruption at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you could be eligible for compensation under EU Regulation 261/2004.
To initiate a compensation claim, proceed with these steps:
- Complete this form. You’ll need to provide details such as your flight number, date, and the problem you faced.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We know the EU laws thoroughly and will strive to get you your compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.
Recent Flight Delays and Cancellations
Was your flight delayed or cancelled? Find your flight in the table below and use our claims checker to see if you are eligible for compensation.
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| Date | Airline (Flight number) | Route | Status | Your compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
09.05.202512:25 | Virgin Atlantic 4486 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
09.05.202512:25 | Air France 2415 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
09.05.202512:25 | LATAM Airlines 6248 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
09.05.202512:25 | KLM 6866 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
09.05.202512:25 | Aeromexico 3352 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202517:13 | Hawaiian Airlines 4881 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202517:13 | Air Tahiti Nui 2357 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202517:13 | American Airlines 9290 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202516:00 | American Airlines 4252 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Alpena County Regional (KAPN) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202507:00 | Hawaiian Airlines 4882 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202507:00 | American Airlines 7489 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202507:00 | Air Tahiti Nui 2316 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202507:00 | Finnair 4594 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
08.05.202507:00 | Jet Linx Aviation 6367 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
07.05.202508:30 | Delta Air Lines 734 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
07.05.202508:30 | Korean Air 3016 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
06.05.202514:05 | Vietnam Airlines 3031 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Haneda Airport (RJTT) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202519:06 | United Airlines 3604 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Newark Liberty International (KEWR) | cancelled | Refunds |
05.05.202519:06 | United Airlines 3304 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Syracuse Hancock International Airport (KSYR) | cancelled | Refunds |
05.05.202515:50 | KLM 6644 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Northwest Arkansas Regional (KXNA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:50 | KLM 5802 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KORD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:50 | WestJet 7421 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KORD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:50 | Air France 5854 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KORD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:50 | SAS 3384 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KORD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:50 | Delta Air Lines 4889 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Northwest Arkansas Regional (KXNA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:50 | Delta Air Lines 2358 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KORD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:31 | Qatar Airways 2704 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Dallas/Fort Worth International (KDFW) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:31 | American Airlines 1715 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Dallas/Fort Worth International (KDFW) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:31 | Gulf Air 4255 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Dallas/Fort Worth International (KDFW) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:31 | Gol 6437 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Dallas/Fort Worth International (KDFW) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:14 | Korean Air 3430 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:14 | KLM 5760 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:14 | SAS 3382 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:14 | WestJet 7071 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:14 | Virgin Atlantic 4424 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:14 | Delta Air Lines 4973 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202515:14 | Air France 3540 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:35 | KLM 7054 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Tampa International (KTPA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:35 | Virgin Atlantic 1813 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Tampa International (KTPA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:35 | Air France 2843 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Tampa International (KTPA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:35 | Korean Air 3251 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Tampa International (KTPA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:35 | Delta Air Lines 1243 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Tampa International (KTPA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:35 | WestJet 5673 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Tampa International (KTPA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:04 | Delta Air Lines 1171 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:04 | WestJet 8384 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:04 | Virgin Atlantic 4264 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:04 | KLM 5442 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:04 | Air France 8609 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:04 | SAS 3322 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:04 | Korean Air 3177 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202514:04 | Alitalia 3221 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202513:56 | Spirit Airlines 216 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International (KATL) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202513:15 | Vista America 537 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Newark Liberty International (KEWR) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202512:42 | WestJet 7054 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Gerald R. Ford International (KGRR) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202512:42 | Korean Air 3217 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Gerald R. Ford International (KGRR) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202512:42 | Delta Air Lines 4008 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Gerald R. Ford International (KGRR) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202512:30 | Delta Air Lines 813 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Sky Harbor International (KPHX) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202512:30 | WestJet 7101 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Sky Harbor International (KPHX) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202512:15 | WestJet 7139 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202512:15 | Korean Air 3476 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202512:15 | Delta Air Lines 3968 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:24 | WestJet 7301 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBWI) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:24 | Delta Air Lines 1546 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBWI) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:20 | WestJet 7175 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Norfolk International Airport (KORF) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:20 | Delta Air Lines 3619 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Norfolk International Airport (KORF) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:16 | Delta Air Lines 2587 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Tampa International (KTPA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:16 | WestJet 8509 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Tampa International (KTPA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:15 | Delta Air Lines 5100 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Greater Rochester International (KROC) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:15 | Delta Air Lines 3649 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Albany International (KALB) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:12 | WestJet 7230 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KDCA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:12 | Delta Air Lines 2476 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KDCA) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:00 | Delta Air Lines 3804 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:00 | Virgin Atlantic 4420 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:00 | Korean Air 3478 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202510:00 | WestJet 6880 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Washington Dulles International (KIAD) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202507:34 | Delta Air Lines 1163 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
05.05.202507:34 | Korean Air 3383 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Refunds |
04.05.202521:20 | Delta Air Lines 4243 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Delta County Airport (KESC) | delayed | Refunds |
03.05.202516:00 | Delta Air Lines 4252 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Alpena County Regional (KAPN) | delayed | Refunds |
02.05.202517:13 | American Airlines 9290 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
02.05.202517:13 | Hawaiian Airlines 4881 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
02.05.202517:13 | Air Tahiti Nui 2357 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
02.05.202507:00 | American Airlines 7489 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
02.05.202507:00 | Hawaiian Airlines 4882 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
01.05.202514:05 | Vietnam Airlines 3031 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Haneda Airport (RJTT) | delayed | Refunds |
01.05.202514:05 | Delta Air Lines 275 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Haneda Airport (RJTT) | delayed | Refunds |
30.04.202514:00 | Vietnam Airlines 3031 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Haneda Airport (RJTT) | delayed | Refunds |
29.04.202520:25 | WestJet 7289 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Antonio International (KSAT) | delayed | Refunds |
29.04.202520:25 | Delta Air Lines 1365 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Antonio International (KSAT) | delayed | Refunds |
29.04.202520:25 | Virgin Atlantic 2312 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Antonio International (KSAT) | delayed | Refunds |
29.04.202520:25 | KLM 6546 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Antonio International (KSAT) | delayed | Refunds |
29.04.202520:25 | Aeromexico 3599 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Antonio International (KSAT) | delayed | Refunds |
29.04.202520:25 | Air France 2099 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Antonio International (KSAT) | delayed | Refunds |
29.04.202508:48 | Delta Air Lines 492 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Diego International Airport (KSAN) | delayed | Refunds |
28.04.202520:25 | Virgin Atlantic 1745 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
28.04.202520:25 | Air France 2600 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
28.04.202520:25 | Delta Air Lines 565 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
28.04.202517:13 | Air Tahiti Nui 2357 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
28.04.202517:13 | Hawaiian Airlines 4881 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
28.04.202517:13 | American Airlines 9290 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Refunds |
