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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
18.06.202507:00 | American Airlines 7489 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202507:00 | Finnair 4594 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202507:00 | Hawaiian Airlines 4882 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202507:00 | Air Tahiti Nui 2342 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202507:00 | Jet Linx Aviation 6367 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
18.06.202507:00 | Alaska Airlines 381 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202515:55 | Air France 2828 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202515:55 | KLM 5846 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202515:55 | Delta Air Lines 944 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202514:05 | Vietnam Airlines 3031 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Haneda Airport (RJTT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202514:05 | Delta Air Lines 275 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Haneda Airport (RJTT) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202507:00 | Air Tahiti Nui 2342 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202507:00 | American Airlines 7489 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202507:00 | Hawaiian Airlines 4882 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202507:00 | Jet Linx Aviation 6367 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
17.06.202507:00 | Alaska Airlines 381 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202522:20 | Aeromexico 3752 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202522:20 | Delta Air Lines 3192 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202522:20 | WestJet 5473 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202522:20 | UPS Airlines 1481 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KSDF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202522:20 | Air France 5717 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202522:20 | Virgin Atlantic 1609 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202520:20 | Virgin Atlantic 1745 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202516:05 | WestJet 7979 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202516:05 | Air France 5767 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202516:05 | KLM 5854 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202516:05 | Delta Air Lines 4088 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202515:55 | Delta Air Lines 944 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202515:55 | Air France 2828 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202508:30 | Delta Air Lines 734 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
16.06.202508:30 | Korean Air 3016 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.06.202512:28 | Delta Air Lines 728 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.06.202512:28 | Aeromexico 3352 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.06.202512:28 | KLM 6866 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.06.202512:28 | Virgin Atlantic 4486 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.06.202512:28 | Air France 2415 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
15.06.202512:28 | LATAM Airlines 6248 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
14.06.202520:20 | Virgin Atlantic 1745 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202520:20 | Delta Air Lines 565 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
13.06.202520:20 | Virgin Atlantic 1745 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202522:50 | Air France 2508 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202522:50 | Delta Air Lines 2424 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202522:50 | Aeromexico 3606 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202522:50 | WestJet 8511 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202522:50 | Virgin Atlantic 1700 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Cherry Capital Airport (KTVC) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202516:00 | American Airlines 4252 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Alpena County Regional (KAPN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202512:20 | Delta Air Lines 4146 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Greater Binghamton (KBGM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202512:20 | Korean Air 3261 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Greater Binghamton (KBGM) | delayed | Claim Refund |
12.06.202507:10 | Delta Air Lines 5268 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202522:20 | Virgin Atlantic 1609 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202522:20 | Delta Air Lines 3192 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202522:20 | WestJet 5473 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202522:20 | Air France 5717 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202522:20 | Aeromexico 3752 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Buffalo Niagara International (KBUF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202521:50 | Virgin Atlantic 4208 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202521:50 | WestJet 7297 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202521:50 | Aeromexico 3624 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202521:50 | Delta Air Lines 1187 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202521:50 | Air France 2674 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202519:45 | Aeromexico 4133 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KSBN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202519:45 | KLM 6548 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KSBN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202519:45 | Delta Air Lines 3900 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KSBN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202519:45 | Air France 2164 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KSBN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202519:45 | Virgin Atlantic 2023 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KSBN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202508:30 | Korean Air 3016 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA) | delayed | Claim Refund |
11.06.202507:55 | Delta Air Lines 4096 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Syracuse Hancock International Airport (KSYR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202521:50 | Virgin Atlantic 4208 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202521:50 | Air France 2674 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202521:50 | WestJet 7297 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202521:50 | Delta Air Lines 1187 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202521:50 | Aeromexico 3624 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) (KBOS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:38 | Virgin Atlantic 1763 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Lambert-St. Louis International (KSTL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:38 | KLM 6552 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Lambert-St. Louis International (KSTL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:38 | WestJet 7131 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Lambert-St. Louis International (KSTL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:38 | Air France 2614 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Lambert-St. Louis International (KSTL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:38 | Delta Air Lines 2822 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Lambert-St. Louis International (KSTL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:30 | KLM 7204 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:30 | Air France 2608 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:30 | Delta Air Lines 766 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:30 | Virgin Atlantic 1699 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:24 | KLM 5836 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Diego International Airport (KSAN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:24 | Air France 2995 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Diego International Airport (KSAN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:24 | Delta Air Lines 369 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) San Diego International Airport (KSAN) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:15 | Southwest Airlines 2869 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Lambert-St. Louis International (KSTL) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:10 | Air Canada 8776 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Lester B. Pearson International (CYYZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:10 | United Airlines 8053 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Lester B. Pearson International (CYYZ) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:06 | Delta Air Lines 5053 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Gerald R. Ford International (KGRR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:06 | WestJet 8378 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Gerald R. Ford International (KGRR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:06 | Air France 2941 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Gerald R. Ford International (KGRR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:06 | KLM 7941 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Gerald R. Ford International (KGRR) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:05 | Virgin Atlantic 1715 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Orlando International (KMCO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:05 | LATAM Airlines 8442 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Orlando International (KMCO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:05 | Delta Air Lines 1133 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Orlando International (KMCO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:05 | Air France 2922 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Orlando International (KMCO) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:00 | Delta Air Lines 1529 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) George Bush Intercontinental (KIAH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:00 | Air France 8553 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) George Bush Intercontinental (KIAH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:00 | KLM 5764 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) George Bush Intercontinental (KIAH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:00 | Aeromexico 3256 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) George Bush Intercontinental (KIAH) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:00 | United Airlines 9197 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
10.06.202516:00 | Lufthansa 443 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (KDTW) Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF) | delayed | Claim Refund |
