Cancelled and delayed flights are the most frequent problems experienced by travelers. Luckily, the European Union has EU Regulation 261, which ensures that you, as a passenger, are not left in a difficult situation and that your rights are protected. The EU Regulation 261/2004 specifies the conditions in which passengers are eligible for compensation and assistance in the event of flight disruption.
In this article, you will find everything you need to know about Regulation EU261 and when you are entitled to compensation.
Passenger Rights under EU 261/2004
Under EU Regulation 261/2004, travelers flying to or from Eindhoven Airport on flights operated by EU-based airlines have certain 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: When an overnight stay is required, the airline is required to offer assistance, including hotel stays and transport to and from the hotel;
- Ticket refund or alternative flight: Passengers can choose either a full refund of their ticket, including any extra costs, or rebooking on an alternative flight to their final destination;
- Compensation: If the delay was not caused by extraordinary circumstances and was within the airline’s control, travelers have the right to claim financial compensation ranging from €250 to €600, depending on the flight distance and length of the delay.
Eindhoven Airport Flight Delay Compensation
Flyers experiencing flight delays at Eindhoven 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 determined by the reason for the delay and whether it adheres to UK and EU regulations. The amount of compensation is determined 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 flight delays due to extraordinary circumstances outside their control.
Eindhoven Airport Flight Cancellation Compensation
In case of a cancelled flight causing inconvenience at the Eindhoven Airport, under EU 261, passengers may receive compensation of up to €600 if the airline notifies them less than 14 days before departure.
Nonetheless, there are exceptions to this regulation. 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 may still be available even when 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 check the following table to figure out the compensation amount you are eligible for:
| 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 offer compensation for flight cancellations due to extraordinary circumstances beyond their control, such as severe weather or air traffic control strikes.
Which Eindhoven Airport Flights are Covered by EU261?
When you’re departing from an airport within the European Union and flying on a flight originating in the EU operated by an airline, you are protected under EU Regulation 261/2004, which defines your air passenger rights. This regulation applies to both domestic and international flights and ensures that you have certain rights in the event of delays, flight cancellations, denied boarding, and other similar situations. Here’s a more detailed table of which situations are protected by EU Regulation 261:
| Itinerary | EU Airline | Non-EU Airline |
| Departures from Eindhoven Airport to anywhere | Yes | Yes |
| Arrivals at Eindhoven Airport from inside the EU | Yes | No |
| Arrivals at Eindhoven Airport from outside the EU | Yes | No |
How to Claim Compensation from Eindhoven Airport
Flight delays and cancellations often occur due to factors such as adverse weather conditions, air traffic congestion, technical problems, or staffing issues. If you encounter a flight disruption at Eindhoven Airport, you may be entitled to compensation under EU 261/2004.
To initiate a compensation claim, take the following steps:
- Complete our form. You’ll need to provide details like your flight number, date, and the issue you encountered.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We are well-versed in the EU laws thoroughly and will do our best to secure your compensation. You only pay us if we win your case.
It is important to note that the compensation claim process requires documents such as booking confirmation and boarding pass.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
06.11.202514:15 | Ryanair 7473 | Eindhoven (EIN) Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.11.202509:40 | Wizz Air 2272 | Eindhoven (EIN) Liszt Ferenc International (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202519:35 | Ryanair 3538 | Eindhoven (EIN) Bergamo – Orio al Serio (MIL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202519:50 | Ryanair Sun 43 | Eindhoven (EIN) John Paul II Balice International (KRK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
31.10.202511:55 | Ryanair 7473 | Eindhoven (EIN) Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
31.10.202507:05 | Transavia 6215 | Eindhoven (EIN) Sur Reina Sofia (TCI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202518:40 | TUIfly 2645 | Eindhoven (EIN) Les Anglades (OUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202516:10 | Transavia 6623 | Eindhoven (EIN) Alicante El Altet (ALC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.10.202518:20 | Ryanair 5895 | Eindhoven (EIN) Menara (RAK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
28.10.202513:25 | Transavia 6533 | Eindhoven (EIN) Menara (RAK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.10.202513:10 | Ryanair 2576 | Eindhoven (EIN) Pablo Ruiz Picasso (AGP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.10.202510:00 | Ryanair 2119 | Eindhoven (EIN) Girona-Costa Brava (GRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202518:55 | Transavia 5309 | Eindhoven (EIN) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202511:10 | Lauda Europe 688 | Eindhoven (EIN) Vienna International (VIE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202518:50 | Wizz Air 4514 | Eindhoven (EIN) Varna (VAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202518:50 | Ryanair 787 | Eindhoven (EIN) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202517:20 | Transavia 6513 | Eindhoven (EIN) Ibiza (IBZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202515:30 | Transavia 6709 | Eindhoven (EIN) Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” (ATH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202510:00 | NATO 61 | Eindhoven (EIN) Jasionka (RZE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202520:10 | TUIfly 525 | Eindhoven (EIN) Charif Al Idrissi (AHU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202518:50 | Ryanair 787 | Eindhoven (EIN) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202515:40 | Wizz Air 4716 | Eindhoven (EIN) Alexander The Great Airport (SKP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202518:10 | Transavia 5861 | Eindhoven (EIN) Gardermoen (OSL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202515:45 | JetNetherlands | Eindhoven (EIN) Kerry (KIR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202514:35 | Ryanair 7473 | Eindhoven (EIN) Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202514:15 | Pegasus 1266 | Eindhoven (EIN) Sabiha Gokcen (IST) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.10.202518:50 | Wizz Air 4514 | Eindhoven (EIN) Varna (VAR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.10.202517:00 | VistaJet 440 | Eindhoven (EIN) Liszt Ferenc International (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202510:00 | ATI 220 | Eindhoven (EIN) Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
06.10.202510:00 | ATI 220 | Eindhoven (EIN) Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.10.202517:00 | Wizz Air 2274 | Eindhoven (EIN) Liszt Ferenc International (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.10.202508:45 | Ryanair 1819 | Eindhoven (EIN) Macedonia International (SKG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.10.202507:20 | Transavia 5105 | Eindhoven (EIN) Valencia (VLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.10.202518:50 | Ryanair 787 | Eindhoven (EIN) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.10.202512:50 | Ryanair 8620 | Eindhoven (EIN) Boukhalef (TNG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.10.202517:15 | Wizz Air 1826 | Eindhoven (EIN) Copernicus Airport (WRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.10.202514:40 | Transavia 5909 | Eindhoven (EIN) Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.10.202514:35 | Ryanair 7473 | Eindhoven (EIN) Francisco Sá Carneiro (OPO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.10.202506:55 | Transavia 82 | Eindhoven (EIN) Schiphol (AMS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.10.202519:10 | Ryanair 5815 | Eindhoven (EIN) Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) (ROM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.10.202515:25 | Wizz Air 2076 | Eindhoven (EIN) John Paul II Balice International (KRK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.09.202511:00 | Qatar Executive 523 | Eindhoven (EIN) Haneda Airport (TYO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.09.202519:55 | Ryanair 6014 | Eindhoven (EIN) Sofia (SOF) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.09.202515:50 | Transavia 6653 | Eindhoven (EIN) Pablo Ruiz Picasso (AGP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.09.202515:40 | Wizz Air 4716 | Eindhoven (EIN) Alexander The Great Airport (SKP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.09.202514:30 | Ryanair 5671 | Eindhoven (EIN) Pablo Ruiz Picasso (AGP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.09.202516:25 | Transavia 6709 | Eindhoven (EIN) Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” (ATH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.09.202510:05 | SunExpress 547 | Eindhoven (EIN) Antalya (AYT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
