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

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Date Flight number Route Status Compensation

15.07.202511:50

Lufthansa

1366

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

15.07.202511:50

LOT – Polish Airlines

4930

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

15.07.202511:50

Alitalia

4760

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

15.07.202511:50

United Airlines

9231

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

15.07.202511:50

Brussels Airlines

7123

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

15.07.202511:50

Air Canada

9141

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

15.07.202510:10

Lufthansa

1558

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

International Airport Chisinau (KIV)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202520:45

Lufthansa

4912

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202513:55

Lufthansa

716

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202513:55

ANA

5854

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202511:45

KLM

1818

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Schiphol (AMS)

cancelled

Claim Refund

14.07.202506:45

Condor

4179

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Hamburg Airport (HAM)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202506:15

Condor

4311

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Zurich (ZRH)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202504:55

Discover Airlines

1206

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Souda (CHQ)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202504:55

Aegean Airlines

3427

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Souda (CHQ)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202504:55

Lufthansa

4422

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Souda (CHQ)

Delayed

Claim Refund

14.07.202504:45

Condor

1502

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202512:10

ANA

204

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202512:10

Lufthansa

4948

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202511:50

Air Canada

9141

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202511:50

United Airlines

9231

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202511:50

Brussels Airlines

7123

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202511:50

Lufthansa

1366

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202511:50

Alitalia

4760

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202511:50

LOT – Polish Airlines

4930

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202510:45

Air Canada

9463

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202510:45

Lufthansa

490

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

13.07.202510:45

United Airlines

8717

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

12.07.202514:05

AlphaSky

8830

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

12.07.202510:45

Lufthansa

490

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

12.07.202509:55

Lufthansa

1548

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Nordela (São Miguel Island) (PDL)

Delayed

Claim Refund

12.07.202506:10

TAP Air Portugal

6582

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Nordela (São Miguel Island) (PDL)

Delayed

Claim Refund

12.07.202506:10

Azores Airlines

565

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Nordela (São Miguel Island) (PDL)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202513:55

ANA

5854

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202513:55

Lufthansa

716

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202513:45

AlphaSky

8830

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202510:45

United Airlines

8717

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202510:45

Air Canada

9463

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202510:30

Air Canada

9377

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202510:30

Lufthansa

1364

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202510:30

LOT – Polish Airlines

4922

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202510:30

Singapore Airlines

2246

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202510:30

Brussels Airlines

7117

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202510:30

United Airlines

9385

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202509:00

Air Canada

9064

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202509:00

Lufthansa

1362

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202509:00

United Airlines

8788

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202509:00

Etihad Airways

3768

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202509:00

LOT – Polish Airlines

4928

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

11.07.202509:00

ANA

5889

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202513:55

ANA

5854

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202513:55

Lufthansa

716

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202513:45

Condor

2032

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202513:45

AlphaSky

8830

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:45

United Airlines

8717

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:45

Lufthansa

490

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:45

Air Canada

9463

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:35

United Airlines

9385

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:35

LOT – Polish Airlines

4922

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:35

Brussels Airlines

7117

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:35

Air Canada

9377

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:35

Singapore Airlines

2246

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

10.07.202510:35

Lufthansa

1364

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202513:55

ANA

5854

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Haneda Airport (TYO)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202513:45

AlphaSky

8830

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:50

Air Canada

9330

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:50

ANA

6242

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:50

Lufthansa

1406

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:50

TAP Air Portugal

7994

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:50

Croatia Airlines

5405

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:50

Singapore Airlines

2256

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:50

United Airlines

9401

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:45

Lufthansa

5648

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Thalerhof (GRZ)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202512:45

Air Dolomiti

8062

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Thalerhof (GRZ)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202511:50

United Airlines

9231

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202511:50

Air Canada

9141

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202511:50

LOT – Polish Airlines

4930

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202511:50

Lufthansa

1366

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202511:50

Alitalia

4760

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202511:50

Brussels Airlines

7123

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

John Paul II Balice International (KRK)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202510:45

United Airlines

8717

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202510:45

Air Canada

9463

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202510:05

Singapore Airlines

2407

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202510:05

Lufthansa

6000

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202510:05

Air Canada

2997

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202510:05

United Airlines

7270

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Franjo Tudman International Airport (ZAG)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202509:45

Air Canada

9119

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202509:45

Lufthansa

178

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202509:00

Lufthansa

5588

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Brussels Airport (BRU)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202509:00

Singapore Airlines

2838

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Brussels Airport (BRU)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202509:00

United Airlines

9938

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Brussels Airport (BRU)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202509:00

ANA

5196

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Brussels Airport (BRU)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202509:00

Air Canada

6367

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Brussels Airport (BRU)

Delayed

Claim Refund

09.07.202508:25

Lufthansa

1086

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)

cancelled

Claim Refund

08.07.202522:15

TAP Air Portugal

7978

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Liszt Ferenc International (BUD)

Delayed

Claim Refund

08.07.202522:15

Aegean Airlines

1430

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Landvetter (GOT)

Delayed

Claim Refund

08.07.202522:15

Austrian

7433

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Landvetter (GOT)

Delayed

Claim Refund

08.07.202522:15

Thai Airways International

7670

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Nürnberg (NUE)

Delayed

Claim Refund

08.07.202522:15

Singapore Airlines

2058

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Liszt Ferenc International (BUD)

Delayed

Claim Refund

08.07.202522:15

Singapore Airlines

2060

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Nürnberg (NUE)

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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