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 | Flight number | Route | Status | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
05.07.202508:25 | Delta Air Lines 788 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) San Antonio International (SAT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202508:25 | WestJet 8019 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) San Antonio International (SAT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202508:25 | Aeromexico 3320 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) San Antonio International (SAT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202522:33 | Spirit Airlines 2741 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:35 | United Airlines 8150 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Lester B. Pearson International (YTO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:15 | Virgin Atlantic 1635 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) George Bush Intercontinental (HOU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:15 | Aeromexico 4533 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) George Bush Intercontinental (HOU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:15 | WestJet 7035 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) George Bush Intercontinental (HOU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:15 | KLM 5764 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) George Bush Intercontinental (HOU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:15 | Delta Air Lines 1633 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) George Bush Intercontinental (HOU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:40 | Air France 3605 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Charles De Gaulle (PAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:40 | KLM 6161 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Charles De Gaulle (PAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:40 | Virgin Atlantic 3976 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Charles De Gaulle (PAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:40 | Delta Air Lines 228 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Charles De Gaulle (PAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:30 | Air France 8618 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) (ROM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:30 | Delta Air Lines 206 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) (ROM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:30 | Air France 5605 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Schiphol (AMS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:30 | KLM 6119 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Schiphol (AMS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:30 | KLM 6109 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) (ROM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:30 | Delta Air Lines 134 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Schiphol (AMS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:30 | Virgin Atlantic 3930 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Schiphol (AMS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:55 | KLM 7144 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:55 | Delta Air Lines 1134 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | Air France 2591 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Salt Lake City International (SLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | KLM 5546 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hopkins International (CLE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | Virgin Atlantic 1757 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Salt Lake City International (SLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | Delta Air Lines 4954 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hopkins International (CLE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | Delta Air Lines 765 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Salt Lake City International (SLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | WestJet 5465 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hopkins International (CLE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | KLM 5110 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Salt Lake City International (SLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | Virgin Atlantic 1617 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hopkins International (CLE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | WestJet 5484 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Salt Lake City International (SLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:50 | Air France 2883 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hopkins International (CLE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:40 | United Airlines 3684 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Newark Liberty International (EWR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:40 | Air Canada 3288 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Newark Liberty International (EWR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:40 | TAP Air Portugal 8573 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Newark Liberty International (EWR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:46 | American Airlines 9290 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:46 | Hawaiian Airlines 4881 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:46 | Alaska Airlines 313 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:46 | Air Tahiti Nui 2357 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:37 | WestJet 7335 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:37 | KLM 5840 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:37 | Air France 6890 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:37 | Delta Air Lines 3957 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:37 | Korean Air 3452 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:54 | Air France 5966 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Kansas City International Airport (MKC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:54 | Korean Air 3219 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Kansas City International Airport (MKC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:54 | KLM 5778 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Kansas City International Airport (MKC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:54 | WestJet 8453 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Kansas City International Airport (MKC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:25 | Korean Air 3239 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Pittsburgh International (PIT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:25 | Delta Air Lines 5338 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Pittsburgh International (PIT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:25 | KLM 7584 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Pittsburgh International (PIT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:25 | WestJet 5530 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Pittsburgh International (PIT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:25 | Air France 5656 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Pittsburgh International (PIT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:17 | Jet Logistics 855 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:45 | Air Canada 3287 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Newark Liberty International (EWR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:45 | United Airlines 3701 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Newark Liberty International (EWR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:39 | Korean Air 3213 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:39 | WestJet 8197 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:31 | Delta Air Lines 2188 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International (ATL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:31 | WestJet 6984 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International (ATL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:31 | Aeromexico 3616 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International (ATL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:31 | Virgin Atlantic 1805 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International (ATL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:31 | Air France 5967 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International (ATL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:31 | LATAM Airlines 6686 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International (ATL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:25 | SAS 3810 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:25 | Aeromexico 3118 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:25 | Korean Air 3456 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:25 | Delta Air Lines 5153 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:25 | WestJet 5535 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:21 | Delta Air Lines 3990 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:21 | Korean Air 3476 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:21 | Korean Air 3426 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:15 | Korean Air 3235 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Eppley Airfield (OMA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:15 | Delta Air Lines 3836 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Eppley Airfield (OMA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202506:55 | Spirit Airlines 2149 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Logan International (BOS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202506:00 | Spirit Airlines 2737 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Miami International Airport (MIA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202523:00 | United Airlines 3310 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Greater Rochester International (ROC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:52 | WestJet 8511 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:52 | Air France 2508 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:52 | Aeromexico 3606 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:52 | Virgin Atlantic 1700 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:52 | Delta Air Lines 2424 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:30 | Virgin Atlantic 1653 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Greater Rochester International (ROC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:30 | WestJet 5476 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Greater Rochester International (ROC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:30 | Aeromexico 3423 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Greater Rochester International (ROC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:30 | Delta Air Lines 5231 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Greater Rochester International (ROC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:30 | Air France 2374 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Greater Rochester International (ROC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:00 | Delta Air Lines 4212 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Minneapolis – St. Paul International (MSP) | cancelled | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:09 | Virgin Atlantic 1697 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:09 | Korean Air 3442 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:46 | Aeromexico 4653 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:46 | KLM 6556 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:46 | Virgin Atlantic 1843 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:46 | WestJet 7145 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:46 | Air France 5841 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:46 | Delta Air Lines 5138 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:46 | Korean Air 6760 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) Mc Ghee Tyson (TYS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:43 | Asiana Airlines 9538 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) San Francisco International (SFO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:43 | Air New Zealand 2888 | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTT) San Francisco International (SFO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
