Frankfurt Airport Flight Delay and Cancellation Compensation

Bohdana Nosenok
19.08.2024
Updated 16.05.2025

Delayed and cancelled flights are the most common problems faced by travelers. Fortunately, the European Union has EU 261 regulation, 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 when passengers are eligible for compensation and assistance in cases of flight disruption.

Here, 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 traveling to or from Frankfurt Airport on flights operated by EU-based airlines have certain rights when facing significant delays or cancellations. These rights include:

  • Food and drinks: Airlines must provide proper meals and beverages during the waiting period.
  • Access to means of communication: Passengers should be offered two free phone calls, emails, or faxes.
  • Hotel accommodation if necessary: If an overnight stay is needed, the airline is required to 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: Depending on the flight distance and length of delay, passengers could qualify for financial compensation ranging from €250 to €600.

Frankfurt Airport Flight Delay Compensation

Flyers encountering flight delays at Frankfurt Airport may be entitled to 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 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 hoursBetween 3-4 hoursOver 4 hoursDistance
€0€250€250All flights up to 1500 km
€0€400€400All flights between 1500 km and 3500 km
€0€400€400All intra-EU flights over 3500 km
€0€300€600All non-EU flights over 3500 km

Keep in mind that airlines are not obligated to provide compensation for delays caused by extraordinary circumstances outside their control.

Frankfurt Airport Flight Cancellation Compensation

In the event of a flight cancellation causing inconvenience at the Frankfurt Airport, according to EU 261, passengers may receive compensation of up to €600 if the airline notifies them of the cancellation less than 14 days before departure.

Nonetheless, there are exceptions to this regulation. The airline may 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 NoticeRe-routing Requirements
14 DaysNone
7 – 13 DaysAlternative flight departing no more than 2 hours before and arriving less than 4 hours after the original flight
Less than 7 DaysAlternative 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 though you accept an alternative flight, provided your arrival at the final destination is significantly delayed. The compensation amount is based on the flight distance and the duration of the delay. You can check the table below to figure out the compensation amount you are eligible for:

Under 2 hours2-3 hours3-4 hoursOver 4 hoursNever arrivedDistance
€125€250€250€250€250All flights 1,500 km or less
€200€200€400€400€400Internal EU flights over 1,500 km
€200€200€400€400€400Non-internal EU flights 1,500 km- 3,500 km
€300€300€300€600€600Non-internal EU flights over 3,500 km

Keep in mind that airlines usually don’t provide compensation for flight cancellations caused by extraordinary circumstances outside their control, such as extreme weather conditions or strikes by air traffic controllers.

Which Frankfurt Airport Flights are Covered by EU261?

If you are departing from an airport within the European Union and traveling on an airline flight originating in the EU, you are covered by EU Regulation 261/2004. This law guarantees that you have certain rights in case of a delay, flight cancellation, denied boarding, and other similar situations. Here’s a more detailed table of what situations are covered under EU Regulation 261 and which are not:

ItineraryEU AirlineNon-EU Airline
Departures from Frankfurt Airport to anywhereYesYes
Arrivals at Frankfurt Airport from inside the EUYesNo
Arrivals at Frankfurt Airport from outside the EUYesNo

How to Claim Compensation from Frankfurt Airport

Flight delays and cancellations are common due to factors such as extreme weather conditions, air traffic congestion, mechanical problems, or crew shortages. If you experience a flight disruption at Frankfurt Airport, you could be eligible for compensation under European Union Regulation 261/2004.

To initiate your compensation claim, follow these steps:

  1. Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide details such as your flight number, date, and what went wrong.
  2. Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will manage the process. We know the EU laws comprehensively and will do our best to get you your compensation. You only pay us 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

18.06.202513:45

Condor

2032

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202512:30

Tunisair

745

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Carthage (DTTA)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202512:20

United Airlines

9690

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Sandro Pertini (caselle) (LIMF)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202512:20

Lufthansa

9522

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Sandro Pertini (caselle) (LIMF)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202512:20

Air Canada

7366

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Sandro Pertini (caselle) (LIMF)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202512:20

ANA

6874

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Sandro Pertini (caselle) (LIMF)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202512:20

Air Dolomiti

8844

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Sandro Pertini (caselle) (LIMF)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202512:20

Air China LTD

6471

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Sandro Pertini (caselle) (LIMF)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202512:20

Alitalia

7421

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Sandro Pertini (caselle) (LIMF)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202511:00

Qantas

8044

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202511:00

Emirates

44

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202510:45

Lufthansa

490

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Seattle-Tacoma International (KSEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202510:35

Singapore Airlines

2246

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202510:35

LOT – Polish Airlines

4922

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202510:35

Lufthansa

1364

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202510:35

Air Canada

9377

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202510:35

United Airlines

9385

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202510:35

Brussels Airlines

7117

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:25

Air Canada

9128

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Carthage (DTTA)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:25

Lufthansa

1322

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Carthage (DTTA)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

Lufthansa

1336

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

Ethiopian Airlines

1583

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

Cathay Pacific

6707

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

United Airlines

9072

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

Singapore Airlines

2140

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

Brussels Airlines

7149

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

Etihad Airways

3783

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

Air Canada

9438

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202509:15

Thai Airways International

7602

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202508:15

Air Canada

9151

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (EDDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202508:15

Singapore Airlines

2018

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (EDDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202508:15

Lufthansa

180

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (EDDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202508:15

Air China LTD

6001

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (EDDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

18.06.202506:55

Condor

4095

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (EDDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202522:00

Air Dolomiti

8112

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Euroairport France (LFSB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202522:00

Lufthansa

6916

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Euroairport France (LFSB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202515:15

Qantas

8046

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202515:15

Emirates

46

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202515:15

Icelandair

6022

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202514:05

Lufthansa

630

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202514:05

Air Canada

9088

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202514:05

United Airlines

8904

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202513:55

ANA

5854

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Haneda Airport (RJTT)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202513:30

Air India

8860

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202513:30

Air Canada

9441

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202513:30

Aegean Airlines

1416

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202513:30

United Airlines

9052

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202513:30

Lufthansa

210

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202513:30

Alitalia

4710

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:50

Alitalia

4760

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:50

Lufthansa

1366

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:50

Air Canada

9141

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:50

United Airlines

9231

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:50

Brussels Airlines

7123

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:50

LOT – Polish Airlines

4930

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:40

Condor

2038

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

(KBOS)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:40

AlphaSky

8804

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

(KBOS)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:00

Emirates

44

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:00

Qantas

8044

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202511:00

Icelandair

6064

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202510:35

ANA

5889

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202510:35

Lufthansa

1364

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202510:35

United Airlines

9385

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202510:35

Singapore Airlines

2246

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202510:35

LOT – Polish Airlines

4922

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202510:35

Air Canada

9377

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202510:35

Brussels Airlines

7117

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202510:35

Etihad Airways

3768

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

John Paul II Balice International (EPKK)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:25

ANA

6221

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:25

Air Canada

9261

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:25

Singapore Airlines

2036

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:25

Thai Airways International

7720

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:25

Air China LTD

6055

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:25

United Airlines

9050

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:25

Cathay Pacific

6709

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:25

Lufthansa

206

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Dresden Airport (EDDC)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

Etihad Airways

3783

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

Cathay Pacific

6707

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

Thai Airways International

7602

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

United Airlines

9072

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

Singapore Airlines

2140

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

Brussels Airlines

7149

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

Air Canada

9438

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

Lufthansa

1336

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202509:15

Ethiopian Airlines

1583

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202506:45

ANA

6169

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Brussels Airport (EBBR)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202506:45

United Airlines

8987

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Brussels Airport (EBBR)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202506:45

Brussels Airlines

7016

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Brussels Airport (EBBR)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202506:45

Air India

8894

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Brussels Airport (EBBR)

delayed

Claim Refund

17.06.202506:45

Lufthansa

1004

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Brussels Airport (EBBR)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202522:15

Brussels Airlines

7147

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202522:15

Etihad Airways

3777

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202522:15

TAP Air Portugal

7978

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202522:15

ANA

5467

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202522:15

Singapore Airlines

2058

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202522:15

Lufthansa

1342

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Liszt Ferenc International (LHBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202516:50

China Airlines

5524

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

(OMDW)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202516:30

Discover Airlines

802

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Palese (LIBD)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202516:30

Lufthansa

4294

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Palese (LIBD)

delayed

Claim Refund

16.06.202515:15

Qantas

8046

Frankfurt International Airport (EDDF)

Chelsea Twr EY Bus Station (OMDB)

delayed

Claim Refund
Bohdana Nosenok
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With a PhD in cultural studies, travel experience and a background in human rights, Bohdana manages our content strategy. She helps passengers understand their rights and FlightRefunder’s services. Bohdana creates clear, simple guides on flight compensation claims, and makes it easy for travelers to know their options.

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