Flight delays or cancellations due to airline strikes can be frustrating, but there is good news for travelers. There is a regulation called EU 261 that protects you. It says that airlines have to issue compensation if your flight is cancelled or delayed as a result of a strike. In this article, we will clarify what the EU 261 regulation is and how it can help you.
Passenger Rights Under EU 261/2004
Now let’s focus on the specifics of EU Regulation 261. In the following sections, you will learn about your entitlement to compensation and what benefits you can expect in the event of a flight disruption.
Right to Compensation
The European Union regulation stipulates that if you are protected by the EU 261/2004, you are entitled to seek compensation if a wildcat or planned strike of the airline’s workers affects your flight. Notably, that both cases do not qualify as “extraordinary circumstances” which are events outside the airline’s control.
All Nippon Airways Flight Cancellation Compensation
In line with EU Regulation 261, you can receive compensation of up to €600 if your flight is cancelled and the airline does not notify you of the flight cancellation within 14 days before your scheduled travel date.
However, as it often happens, there are exceptions you should be aware of. Specifically, the airline is entitled to refuse compensation if they choose to offer you an alternative flight. Though this flight is required to meet certain requirements:
- If your flight is over 3,500 km, your replacement flight must arrive at the point of destination with a delay of less than 4 hours;
- If your flight is 1,500-3,500 km, your replacement flight must arrive at the point of destination with a delay of less than 3 hours;
- If your flight is less than 1,500 km, your replacement flight must arrive at the point of destination with a delay of less than 2 hours.
If you agreed to the alternative flight proposed by the airline but reached the final destination later than you were supposed to, you are still eligible to claim compensation.
The main factors that affect the amount of compensation are the flight distance and the delay time. Check the table below for compensation amounts:
| 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 |
All Nippon Airways Flight Delay Compensation
Delays caused by airline strikes of any duration can be frustrating and may seriously affect your itinerary. You may be eligible for compensation if the flight delay caused by an airline strike lasts three or more hours.
Regarding the possible amount of compensation that passengers may receive, there are two important things to consider: the duration of the delay and the flight distance. Check the table provided below for compensation amounts:
| 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 |
Ticket Refund or Alternative Transportation
In the rare situations when a passenger’s flight is delayed for 5 or more hours or cancelled, the passenger obtains more significant rights. There are two options for you to choose from:
- You can refuse the delayed or cancelled flight and choose a full refund, meaning that you will also cancel your planned trip, and there won’t be a financial penalty for this.
- You can agree to use an alternative flight that the airline arranges for you.
As you can see, you have the right to choose the option that meets your needs.
Right to Care
In addition to flight compensation for a delayed or cancelled flight resulting from an airline strike, passengers also have the right to care. Therefore, the airline is required to provide passengers with food, drinks, and the opportunity to make two phone calls, fax messages, and emails. If your flight is rescheduled for the next day, the airline is obliged to provide you with a hotel, as well as transport to and from the hotel.
Upgrading and Downgrading
Occasionally it occurs the airline can either upgrade or downgrade your flight’s class when providing an alternative flight. In such cases, you need to be aware of specific rules and your rights:
In case of upgrading: if your class has been upgraded, you won’t have to pay extra for this benefit.
In case of downgrading: if your class is downgraded, the airline is obligated to reimburse you. Furthermore, the compensation in this case is determined by the distance of the flight:
- 30% of the cost of the flights that are 1,500 km or less;
- 50% of the cost of t is an intra-EU flight over 1,500 km; also, if these are all other flights that are 1,500-3,500 km;
- 75% of the cost of the flight is 3,500 km and more.
These regulations cover all flights within the EU; additionally, these regulations apply to flights that are either departing from or arriving in the European Union on airlines based in the EU.
When Are You Not Entitled to Compensation?
Unfortunately, you should be aware that in cases when the airline cannot control or prevent the strike, there will be no compensation for passengers. Let’s take an example: any labor dispute may significantly affect aviation (it can be a national labor or air traffic strike); however, such events are not under the airline’s control, and it’s not its fault that this situation occurs. Therefore, an airline is not obligated to pay compensation for disrupted flights.
Although many cases of strikes are not covered by EU261 and are classified as “extraordinary circumstances”, this does not automatically mean that the airline will not provide compensation.
In line with the ECJ ruling of 11 June 2020 (Case C-74/19), the airline must prove they have done everything possible to prevent a strike. If the airline cannot prove it, it is required to pay passengers compensation for flight disruptions.
Which Flights are Covered by EU 261/2004?
EU 261 applies to all flights departing from airports in the EU. It also covers flights arriving in the EU if the airline originates in the EU. This includes airlines from EU countries as well as Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland.
However, All Nippon Airways isn’t a European airline. Therefore, they don’t have to issue compensation if their flights operate outside the European Union. This applies even to their flights to the European Union if they start outside the EU.
| Itinerary | Covered by EU 261 |
| Flights departing from EU airports | ✔️ Yes |
| Flights arriving at EU airports | ❌ No |
How to Get All Nippon Airways Strike Compensation
Dealing with flight delays or cancellations due to strikes is always frustrating. Such situations can spoil your trip but also create problems – emotional, financial, etc. To seek compensation for this inconvenience, proceed with these steps:
- Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide flight 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 make every effort 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 due to the strike? Check our table for the latest flight delays and cancellations. Assess your right to compensation using our claim checker, and let us protect your rights and pursue compensation for you.
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| Date | Flight number | Route | Status | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
08.01.202600:50 | ANA 106 | (HND) (LAX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202622:55 | ANA 6251 | (HND) (SIN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202622:55 | ANA 108 | (HND) (SFO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202621:45 | ANA 4744 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202621:25 | ANA 84 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202621:15 | ANA 5353 | (CDG) (ADD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202621:10 | ANA 6632 | (IST) (BAH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202621:05 | ANA 6360 | (AUH) (NRT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202621:00 | ANA 4739 | (HND) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202621:00 | ANA 4738 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202621:00 | ANA 99 | (HND) (KIX) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202620:30 | ANA 82 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202620:30 | ANA 97 | (HND) (KIX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202620:20 | ANA 409 | (HND) (AXT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202620:00 | ANA 79 | (HND) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202620:00 | ANA 4736 | (CTS) (HND) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202620:00 | ANA 79 | (HND) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202619:40 | ANA 4788 | (AKJ) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202619:30 | ANA 78 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202619:05 | ANA 4858 | (HKD) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202619:00 | ANA 2419 | (HND) (KMJ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202619:00 | ANA 2419 | (HND) (KMJ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:45 | ANA 5361 | (MBA) (ADD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:25 | ANA 700 | (UBJ) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:25 | ANA 700 | (UBJ) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:00 | ANA 647 | (HND) (KMJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:00 | ANA 37 | (HND) (ITM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:00 | ANA 75 | (HND) (CTS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:00 | ANA 75 | (HND) (CTS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:00 | ANA 647 | (HND) (KMJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202618:00 | ANA 37 | (HND) (ITM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:55 | ANA 4857 | (CTS) (HKD) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:50 | ANA 4731 | (HND) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:50 | ANA 4731 | (HND) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:40 | ANA 4886 | (SHB) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:30 | ANA 5359 | (NBO) (ADD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:30 | ANA 74 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:30 | ANA 74 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:15 | ANA 4787 | (HND) (AKJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:00 | ANA 756 | (KMQ) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:00 | ANA 756 | (KMQ) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202617:00 | ANA 4844 | (WKJ) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:50 | ANA 472 | (OKA) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:50 | ANA 6367 | (DMM) (AUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:50 | ANA 472 | (OKA) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:45 | ANA 4760 | (HKD) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:45 | ANA 4760 | (HKD) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:40 | ANA 723 | (HND) (ONJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:35 | ANA 297 | (HND) (TTJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:30 | ANA 70 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:30 | ANA 70 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:20 | ANA 4885 | (CTS) (SHB) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:15 | ANA 567 | (HND) (KCZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:05 | ANA 4728 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:05 | ANA 4728 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202616:00 | ANA 697 | (HND) (UBJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:55 | ANA 1895 | (HND) (HAC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:50 | ANA 408 | (AXT) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:30 | ANA 4843 | (CTS) (WKJ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:30 | ANA 68 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:20 | ANA 2424 | (OKA) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:20 | ANA 2424 | (OKA) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:15 | ANA 9738 | (HAN) (SAI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:15 | ANA 470 | (OKA) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:00 | ANA 556 | (HKD) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202615:00 | ANA 4726 | (CTS) (HND) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:55 | ANA 378 | (SHB) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:30 | ANA 4784 | (AKJ) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:30 | ANA 66 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:30 | ANA 722 | (ONJ) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:20 | ANA 565 | (HND) (KCZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:20 | ANA 256 | (FUK) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:20 | ANA 468 | (OKA) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:20 | ANA 565 | (HND) (KCZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:20 | ANA 565 | (HND) (KCZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202614:10 | ANA 1853 | (ITM) (AOJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:45 | ANA 666 | (NGS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:45 | ANA 742 | (KUH) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:40 | ANA 5126 | (LIS) (BRU) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:35 | ANA 997 | (HND) (TAK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:30 | ANA 64 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:30 | ANA 4724 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:25 | ANA 283 | (HND) (TKS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:20 | ANA 991 | (HND) (KIX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:20 | ANA 254 | (FUK) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:15 | ANA 572 | (WKJ) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:15 | ANA 996 | (OKA) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:10 | ANA 2475 | (HND) (KOJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202613:00 | ANA 3846 | (FUK) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:50 | ANA 5890 | (KRK) (FRA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:50 | ANA 4723 | (HND) (CTS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:40 | ANA 252 | (FUK) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:35 | ANA 5172 | (MAD) (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:35 | ANA 377 | (HND) (SHB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:30 | ANA 90 | (ISG) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:30 | ANA 62 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:20 | ANA 4720 | (CTS) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:20 | ANA 398 | (SYO) (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:15 | ANA 1087 | (HND) (YGJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.01.202612:15 | ANA 1893 | (HND) (HAC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
