San Diego International Airport Flight Delay and Cancellation Compensation

Bohdana Nosenok
19.08.2024
Updated 16.05.2025

Cancelled and delayed flights are the most common problems encountered by travelers. Fortunately, the European Union has EU 261 regulation, 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 defines the conditions in which passengers are entitled to compensation and assistance during flight disruption.

Here, you will discover everything you need to know about European Union Regulation 261 and in which situations you are entitled to compensation.

Passenger Rights under EU 261/2004

Under EU Regulation 261/2004, passengers arriving at San Diego International Airport from EU countries or departing from San Diego International Airport to anywhere on flights operated by airlines from the EU have certain rights. 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: When an overnight stay is needed, the airline is obligated to provide accommodation and transportation to and from the hotel.
  • Ticket refund or alternative flight: Passengers can choose between 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 could qualify for financial compensation ranging from €250 to €600.

San Diego International Airport Flight Delay Compensation

Passengers encountering flight delays at San Diego International Airport might 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 reason for the delay and whether it complies with UK and EU regulations. The amount of compensation is calculated 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 required to provide compensation for flight delays resulting from extraordinary circumstances beyond their control.

San Diego International Airport Flight Cancellation Compensation

In the event of a flight cancellation causing inconvenience at the San Diego International Airport, under EU Regulation 261, passengers can get compensation of up to €600 if the airline notifies them of the cancellation less than 14 days before departure.

However, 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 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 might 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 distance of the flight and the length of the delay. You can check this table 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 offer compensation for cancellations due to extraordinary circumstances outside their control, such as severe weather or strikes by air traffic controllers.

Which San Diego International Airport Flights are Covered by EU261?

Although San Diego International Airport is not within the EU, European Union Regulation 261/2004 may still apply to some flights. Passengers arriving at San Diego International Airport from EU countries or departing from San Diego International Airport to anywhere on flights operated by EU-based airlines are covered by EU 261/2004.

Thus, despite their geographic location beyond the EU, certain flights from San Diego International Airport may be subject to European laws if they are operated by European airlines.

ItineraryEU AirlineNon-EU Airline
Departures from San Diego International Airport to anywhereYesNo
Arrivals at San Diego International Airport from inside the EUYesNo
Arrivals at San Diego International Airport from outside the EUNoNo

How to Claim Compensation from San Diego International Airport

Flight delays and cancellations are common due to factors such as bad weather, air traffic congestion, technical problems, or crew shortages. If you experience a flight disruption at San Diego International Airport, you may be entitled to compensation under EU 261/2004.

To initiate a compensation claim, take the following steps:

  1. Complete our form. You’ll need to provide details including your flight number, date, and the issue you encountered.
  2. Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will manage the process. We understand the EU laws well and will make every effort to obtain your rightful compensation. You only incur a fee if we win your case.

Recent Flight Delays and Cancellations

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Date Airline (Flight number) Route Status Your compensation

29.05.202508:15

Hawaiian Airlines

6224

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

29.05.202508:15

British Airways

7604

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

29.05.202508:15

Jet Linx Aviation

6337

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

29.05.202508:15

Air Tahiti Nui

2373

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

29.05.202508:15

Korean Air

6124

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

29.05.202508:15

Qatar Airways

2129

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

29.05.202508:15

Alaska Airlines

1071

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202518:53

Air Tahiti Nui

2776

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202518:53

Starlux

7009

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202518:53

Icelandair

7712

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202518:53

Hawaiian Airlines

6497

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202513:39

Jet Linx Aviation

5422

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202513:39

Air Tahiti Nui

2526

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202513:39

Hawaiian Airlines

6479

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202513:39

American Airlines

7569

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

28.05.202513:39

Icelandair

7648

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202519:45

Southwest Airlines

1372

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Tucson International Airport (TUS)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202519:15

Delta Air Lines

2613

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202518:53

Air Tahiti Nui

2776

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202518:53

Icelandair

7712

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202518:53

Starlux

7011

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202518:53

Hawaiian Airlines

6497

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202518:53

Alaska Airlines

1199

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202513:39

American Airlines

7569

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202513:39

Hawaiian Airlines

6479

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202513:39

Icelandair

7648

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202513:39

Jet Linx Aviation

5422

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202513:39

Air Tahiti Nui

2526

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202512:10

Condor

5141

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202512:10

Alaska Airlines

1137

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202512:10

Hawaiian Airlines

6535

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202512:10

Qatar Airways

3377

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202512:10

Air Tahiti Nui

2527

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202507:20

WestJet

7596

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

27.05.202507:20

Korean Air

3082

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202521:59

American Airlines

9425

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Luis County Regional Airport (SBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202521:59

Alaska SkyWest

3444

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Luis County Regional Airport (SBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202521:59

Hawaiian Airlines

6526

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Luis County Regional Airport (SBP)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202520:50

Air Tahiti Nui

2764

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202520:50

Qatar Airways

2127

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202520:50

Singapore Airlines

1725

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202520:50

Alaska Airlines (Oneworld Livery)

205

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202520:50

Hawaiian Airlines

6372

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202520:05

Southwest Airlines

1372

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Tucson International Airport (TUS)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202519:20

Southwest Airlines

643

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

San Antonio International (SAT)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202517:09

Allegiant Air

2064

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Des Moines International (DSM)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202516:59

Hawaiian Airlines

6530

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202516:59

Air Tahiti Nui

2672

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202516:59

Starlux

7007

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

26.05.202516:59

Alaska Airlines

316

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

24.05.202508:00

Alaska SkyWest

9792

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

cancelled

Claim Refund

23.05.202520:05

Southwest Airlines

1372

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Tucson International Airport (TUS)

delayed

Claim Refund

23.05.202515:17

Virgin Atlantic

4634

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202520:50

Qatar Airways

2127

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202520:50

Air Tahiti Nui

2764

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202520:50

Hawaiian Airlines

6372

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202520:05

Southwest Airlines

1372

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Tucson International Airport (TUS)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202519:15

UPS Airlines

921

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

()

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202515:17

Virgin Atlantic

4634

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202513:55

Virgin Atlantic

1926

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202513:55

Delta Air Lines

2533

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202513:55

KLM

7669

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202513:55

Air France

2338

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202512:10

Qatar Airways

3377

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202512:10

Hawaiian Airlines

6535

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202512:10

Finnair

3976

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202512:10

Air Tahiti Nui

2527

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202512:10

Alaska Airlines

1137

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

22.05.202512:10

Condor

5141

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

21.05.202518:53

Icelandair

7712

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

21.05.202518:53

Starlux

7009

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

21.05.202518:53

Hawaiian Airlines

6497

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

21.05.202518:53

Air Tahiti Nui

2776

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

21.05.202514:59

JetBlue Airways

920

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

()

delayed

Claim Refund

21.05.202512:10

Alaska Airlines

1137

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202518:53

Hawaiian Airlines

6497

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202518:53

Starlux

7011

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202518:53

Air Tahiti Nui

2776

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202515:45

Starlux

7009

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202515:45

British Airways

7602

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202515:45

Hawaiian Airlines

6534

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202515:45

Air Tahiti Nui

2529

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202513:39

Icelandair

7648

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202513:39

Air Tahiti Nui

2526

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202513:39

American Airlines

7569

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202513:39

Jet Linx Aviation

5422

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202513:39

Hawaiian Airlines

6479

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202510:28

Qatar Airways

2186

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202510:28

Air Tahiti Nui

2524

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202510:28

Icelandair

7650

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202510:28

Condor

5267

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

20.05.202510:28

Hawaiian Airlines

6499

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

19.05.202519:15

UPS Airlines

921

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

()

delayed

Claim Refund

19.05.202518:53

Hawaiian Airlines

6497

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

19.05.202518:53

Air Tahiti Nui

2776

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

19.05.202518:53

Starlux

7011

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

19.05.202516:59

Air Tahiti Nui

2672

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

19.05.202516:59

Starlux

7007

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

19.05.202516:59

Hawaiian Airlines

6530

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

delayed

Claim Refund

19.05.202515:17

Virgin Atlantic

4634

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)

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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