Delayed and cancelled flights are the most frequent problems faced by travelers. Luckily, the European Union has EU Regulation 261/2004, which guarantees that you, as a passenger, are not left in a difficult situation and that your rights are protected. The EU Regulation 261/2004 defines the conditions when 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 EU 261 regulation and under what circumstances you are entitled to compensation.
Passenger Rights under EU 261/2004
Under EU Regulation 261/2004, travelers flying to or from Munich International Airport on flights operated by EU-based airlines have specific 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 offered two free phone calls, emails, or faxes.
- Hotel accommodation if necessary: If an overnight stay is needed, the airline must provide accommodation and transportation to and from the hotel.
- Ticket refund or alternative flight: Passengers have the option to select from 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 might be entitled to financial compensation between €250 to €600.
Munich International Airport Flight Delay Compensation
Travelers encountering flight delays at Munich International Airport may 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 cause of 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 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 required to provide compensation for flight delays caused by extraordinary circumstances outside their control.
Munich International Airport Flight Cancellation Compensation
In case of a flight cancellation causing inconvenience at the Munich International Airport, according to EU 261/2004, travelers can 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 law. The airline may be exempt from compensating passengers if it provides an alternative flight that meets certain 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 duration of the delay. You can refer to this 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 provide compensation for cancellations caused by extraordinary circumstances beyond their control, such as extreme weather conditions or strikes by air traffic controllers.
Which Munich International Airport Flights are Covered by EU261?
When you’re departing from an airport in the European Union and traveling on an airline flight from the EU, you are covered by EU Regulation 261/2004. This law ensures that you have certain rights in the event of a delay, flight cancellation, denied boarding, and other similar situations. Here’s a more detailed table of which cases are covered under EU Regulation 261 and which are not:
| Itinerary | EU Airline | Non-EU Airline |
| Departures from Munich International Airport to anywhere | Yes | Yes |
| Arrivals at Munich International Airport from inside the EU | Yes | No |
| Arrivals at Munich International Airport from outside the EU | Yes | No |
How to Claim Compensation from Munich International Airport
Flight cancellations and delays are common due to factors such as adverse weather conditions, air traffic congestion, technical problems, or crew shortages. If you encounter a flight disruption at Munich International Airport, you may be entitled to compensation under EU 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 handle the rest. We are well-versed in the EU laws thoroughly and will do our best to get you your compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.
Recent Flight Delays and Cancellations
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| Date | Flight number | Route | Status | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
02.07.202515:55 | Brussels Airlines 2648 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Brussels Airport (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202515:55 | Lufthansa 5630 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Brussels Airport (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202515:55 | ANA 5794 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Brussels Airport (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | United Airlines 9884 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Brussels Airport (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | TAP Air Portugal 7742 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Brussels Airlines 2644 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Brussels Airport (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Air Baltic 6490 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | United Airlines 9411 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Air Canada 9043 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Lufthansa 5580 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Brussels Airport (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Singapore Airlines 2154 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Thai Airways International 7786 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Lufthansa 2192 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | ANA 5432 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Alitalia 4840 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:50 | Air China LTD 6109 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Bremen (BRE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:30 | Lufthansa 2396 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Euroairport France (EAP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:30 | SWISS 3925 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Euroairport France (EAP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:30 | United Airlines 8821 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Euroairport France (EAP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:10 | Lufthansa 4072 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Hanover Airport (HAJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202511:10 | Lufthansa City 2096 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Hanover Airport (HAJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202510:55 | Air Baltic 2434 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Billund (BLL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202510:40 | United Airlines 8789 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Sibiu (SBZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202510:40 | Lufthansa 1664 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Sibiu (SBZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.07.202510:40 | Singapore Airlines 2272 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Sibiu (SBZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202522:15 | Lufthansa 1666 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Sibiu (SBZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202520:55 | Lufthansa 5750 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202520:55 | Air Baltic 1111 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202519:10 | Eurowings 9093 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202519:10 | Lufthansa 5374 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202516:55 | Eurowings 9089 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202516:55 | Lufthansa 5369 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202516:55 | Emirates 3337 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Keflavik International (REK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202516:55 | Icelandair 531 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Keflavik International (REK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202516:55 | ANA 5014 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:35 | United Airlines 9234 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Henri Coanda International (BUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:35 | Lufthansa 1652 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Henri Coanda International (BUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:35 | United Airlines 9702 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:35 | TAP Air Portugal 7560 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Henri Coanda International (BUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:35 | Alitalia 7439 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:35 | Lufthansa 9484 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:35 | Air Canada 9382 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Henri Coanda International (BUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:35 | Air Dolomiti 8242 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:30 | Air China LTD 6466 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Sandro Pertini (caselle) (TRN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:25 | Lufthansa 2220 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Blagnac (TLS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:25 | Air Canada 9326 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Blagnac (TLS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:25 | United Airlines 9027 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Blagnac (TLS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:25 | ANA 6029 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Blagnac (TLS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:20 | Lufthansa 424 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Logan International (BOS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:10 | Lufthansa 5774 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Geneve-cointrin (GVA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:10 | Air Canada 6797 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Geneve-cointrin (GVA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202515:10 | SWISS 1125 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Geneve-cointrin (GVA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202514:40 | Lufthansa 1710 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Dubrovnik (DBV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202514:40 | Croatia Airlines 5403 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Dubrovnik (DBV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202514:05 | Lufthansa 4324 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202514:05 | Discover Airlines 1260 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202514:05 | Aegean Airlines 3447 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202513:00 | Lufthansa 762 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Indira Gandhi International (DEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202513:00 | Air India 8762 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Indira Gandhi International (DEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202513:00 | Air Canada 9588 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Indira Gandhi International (DEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202512:30 | Lufthansa 766 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202512:30 | Air Canada 9586 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202512:30 | Air India 8764 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) () | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:40 | Alitalia 7437 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:40 | Air Dolomiti 8240 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:40 | LOT – Polish Airlines 5125 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:40 | Lufthansa 9482 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:40 | United Airlines 9704 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:40 | Air Canada 7352 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:30 | Cathay Pacific 1402 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:30 | Finnair 1402 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:30 | AlphaSky 7650 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:30 | Jet Linx Aviation 6826 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:30 | Vietnam Airlines 3696 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:15 | Helvetic Airways 1103 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:15 | Lufthansa 5764 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202511:15 | United Airlines 9777 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202510:55 | Air Baltic 2434 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Billund (BLL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202509:00 | Lufthansa 5748 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202509:00 | ANA 6773 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202509:00 | SWISS 1101 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202509:00 | Singapore Airlines 2901 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202509:00 | United Airlines 9781 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202508:20 | Etihad Airways 4191 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202508:20 | Air China LTD 6147 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202508:20 | United Airlines 9098 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202508:20 | Lufthansa 2460 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202508:20 | ANA 5439 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.07.202508:20 | Austrian 7437 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Helsinki-vantaa (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:45 | Air Baltic 2436 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Billund (BLL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | Lufthansa 9486 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | Air China LTD 6115 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | Air Dolomiti 8244 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | LOT – Polish Airlines 5127 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | Alitalia 7441 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | Croatia Airlines 5432 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | TAP Air Portugal 7726 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | Aegean Airlines 1530 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202521:30 | Lufthansa 1962 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.06.202520:35 | Eurowings 9093 | Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
