Flight delays or cancellations caused by an airline strike can seriously disrupt travel plans. However, in many cases, passengers are covered under EU261 regulation. This regulation outlines the rules for assistance and compensation to passengers in cases of airline strikes. In this article, we will look at your rights as a passenger and the steps to seek compensation from the airline.
When Are You Entitled to Hainan Airlines Strike Compensation?
EU Regulation 261/2004 protects passengers affected by airline strikes. This law obliges the airline to issue compensation in the event of a standard crew strike and a “wildcat” strike. These labor disputes are considered part of operational problems, therefore, the airline is responsible for them.
It is essential to understand that the situation with compensation is complex. Some strikes may be classified as the “extraordinary circumstances” exception. These include strikes by baggage handlers, firefighters, ground personnel, etc. When faced with disruptions caused by these ground crew members, the chances of receiving compensation may be significantly reduced. It is essential to identify exactly which personnel is involved in the strike. This directly affects your right to compensation.
Flight Cancellation Compensation
In cases of flight cancellation due to a strike, the airline must inform travelers of the cancellation at least 14 days before the scheduled departure. If the airline fails to notify you within the specified period, it is obliged to pay compensation to travelers in the amount of up to 600 euros.
It is essential to note that the airline is not obligated to issue compensation by providing you with an alternative flight to your final destination. However, if the alternative flight results in a later arrival at the final destination, passengers could be entitled to compensation. The amount of compensation depends on the duration of the delay and the distance of the flight, as displayed in the table:
| 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 |
Flight Delay Compensation
Under the EU261 regulation, if your flight is delayed and you reach your final destination more than three hours later than scheduled, you are entitled to compensation of up to €600 per passenger. It is important to note that the duration of the delay depends solely on when you arrive at your final destination, not on how late the plane took off.
The amount of compensation is based on the distance of the flight and the duration 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 |
Requirements for Hainan Airlines Strike Compensation
When a flight disruption occurs, passengers may be eligible for compensation, but certain requirements must be met. It is crucial to understand these criteria to properly navigate the compensation process:
- Your flight must be covered by the EU261/2004 regulation. This covers all flights departing from EU airports, regardless of the airline. It also covers flights arriving in the EU, but only when operated by an EU-based airline.
- A flight delay or cancellation has significantly disrupted your travel plans. This means your flight has been delayed by 3 hours or more at the final destination, or it was cancelled with fewer than fourteen days’ notice before the scheduled departure.
- You must have a confirmed reservation and be ready to travel. This includes having a confirmed booking and all essential travel documents ready (passport, visas).
- You need to get to the airport on time. Check-in within the time specified by the airline. If a time isn’t specified, arrive at least 45 minutes before the scheduled departure to stay eligible for compensation.
If you believe you meet these requirements following a Hainan Airlines strike, it’s advisable to document your experience thoroughly and get in touch directly with the airline about your compensation claim. Understanding your rights and responsibilities is the first step in potentially receiving compensation for an airline strike.
How to Claim Hainan Airlines Strike Compensation
Dealing with flight cancellations or delays due to strikes is always frustrating. Such situations can not only ruin your trip but also create problems – emotional, financial, etc. To seek compensation for this inconvenience, proceed with these steps:
- Fill in our form. You’ll need to provide details like your flight number, date, and the problem you faced.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will manage the process. We know the EU laws well and will strive to get you your compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.
By following these steps, secure the compensation you are entitled to under EU law.
Other Rights in Case of a Flight Strike
In addition to compensation, passengers should know about certain services they can expect to receive from the airline in case of a flight disruption. These services aim to reduce inconveniences and provide some comfort to passengers during delays or cancellations. Note that the services we are describing below are a part of the airline company’s duty to care for every passenger.
Right to Care
When the flight delay is two hours or more, the airline is required to provide affected passengers with certain services to alleviate discomfort. Some of the basic services are free beverages and meals. Moreover, the affected passengers have a right to make 2 phone calls and send faxes, or e-mails for free.
Rebooking or Refunds
If your flight gets cancelled or delayed by over five hours, you can request a full refund or an alternative flight to your final destination. These options have some flexibility, which is great because you can choose what works best for you.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
06.07.202508:15 | Hainan Airlines 7017 | Haikou (HAK) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
06.07.202508:00 | Hainan Airlines 3255 | Hohhot (HET) Xilinhot (XIL) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
05.07.202523:15 | Hainan Airlines 7917 | Haikou (HAK) Bangkok (BKK) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
05.07.202523:00 | Hainan Airlines 3248 | Xiamen (XMN) Guiyang (KWE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202522:20 | Hainan Airlines 7660 | Tianjin (TSN) Dalian (DLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202520:40 | Hainan Airlines 3254 | Xilinhot (XIL) Hohhot (HET) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
05.07.202520:15 | Hainan Airlines 7430 | Zhengzhou (CGO) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202520:00 | Hainan Airlines 2978 | Xining (XNN) Handan (HDG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202519:55 | Hainan Airlines 7204 | Shenyang (SHE) Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202519:25 | Hainan Airlines 7069 | Haikou (HAK) Nanchang (KHN) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
05.07.202519:15 | Hainan Airlines 7644 | Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) Dalian (DLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202519:00 | Hainan Airlines 7015 | Haikou (HAK) Shantou (SWA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202517:50 | Hainan Airlines 7009 | Haikou (HAK) Guangzhou (CAN) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
05.07.202517:25 | Hainan Airlines 7822 | Shenyang (SHE) Jinan (TNA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202517:15 | Hainan Airlines 7046 | Taiyuan (TYN) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202516:30 | Hainan Airlines 7517 | Haikou (HAK) Changsha (CSX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202515:50 | Hainan Airlines 7468 | Zhuhai (ZUH) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202515:05 | Hainan Airlines 7048 | Shenyang (SHE) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202515:05 | Hainan Airlines 4211 | Nanchang (KHN) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202514:45 | Hainan Airlines 7655 | Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202514:20 | Hainan Airlines 707 | Haikou (HAK) Hong Kong (HKG) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
05.07.202513:30 | Hainan Airlines 8145 | Rome (FCO) Bari (BRI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202513:20 | Hainan Airlines 495 | Beijing (PEK) Seattle (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202513:15 | Hainan Airlines 7630 | Zhuhai (ZUH) Wenzhou (WNZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202513:05 | Hainan Airlines 7221 | Zhengzhou (CGO) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202512:45 | Hainan Airlines 7643 | Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202512:20 | Hainan Airlines 8547 | Brussels (BRU) Barcelona (BCN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202512:00 | Hainan Airlines 7887 | Lanzhou (LHW) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202511:35 | Hainan Airlines 7649 | Nanchang (KHN) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202511:20 | Hainan Airlines 3242 | Shanghai (SHA) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202511:00 | Hainan Airlines 8562 | Brussels (BRU) Lyon (LYS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202510:35 | Hainan Airlines 8541 | Brussels (BRU) Hamburg (HAM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202510:30 | Hainan Airlines 7629 | Wenzhou (WNZ) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202510:25 | Hainan Airlines 3115 | Ganzhou (KOW) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202510:10 | Hainan Airlines 7637 | Zhengzhou (CGO) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202509:20 | Hainan Airlines 8057 | Brussels (BRU) Geneva (GVA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202508:35 | Hainan Airlines 8048 | Rome (MXP) Brussels (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202507:45 | Hainan Airlines 8540 | London (LHR) Brussels (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202507:05 | Hainan Airlines 3115 | Lijiang City (LJG) Ganzhou (KOW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202507:05 | Hainan Airlines 8564 | Lyon (LYS) Brussels (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202506:30 | Hainan Airlines 8576 | Stockholm (ARN) Brussels (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202506:30 | Hainan Airlines 8244 | Bologna (BLQ) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202503:15 | Hainan Airlines 751 | Beijing (PEK) Dublin (DUB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.07.202502:10 | Hainan Airlines 7921 | Shanghai (PVG) Brussels (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202521:30 | Hainan Airlines 7715 | Beijing (PEK) Shenzhen (SZX) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:55 | Hainan Airlines 4720 | Hohhot (HET) Shenzhen (SZX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:30 | Hainan Airlines 5054 | Shijiazhuang (SJW) Sanya (SYX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:25 | Hainan Airlines 8260 | Hong Kong (HKG) Nanjing (NKG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202520:15 | Hainan Airlines 7973 | Guiyang (KWE) Shenzhen (SZX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202519:25 | Hainan Airlines 7069 | Haikou (HAK) Nanchang (KHN) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202519:20 | Hainan Airlines 7733 | Shenzhen (SZX) Zhengzhou (CGO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:30 | Hainan Airlines 7276 | Chongqing (TFU) Shenzhen (SZX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202518:00 | Hainan Airlines 4710 | Hami (HMI) Shanghai (XIY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:35 | Hainan Airlines 7473 | Shijiazhuang (SJW) Dalian (DLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:20 | Hainan Airlines 7747 | Shenzhen (SZX) Taiyuan (TYN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:20 | Hainan Airlines 7854 | Nanjing (NKG) Lanzhou (LHW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:10 | Hainan Airlines 7710 | Shenzhen (SZX) Beijing (PEK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:05 | Hainan Airlines 7773 | Shenzhen (SZX) Guiyang (KWE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:35 | Hainan Airlines 7625 | Shijiazhuang (SJW) Guiyang (KWE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:35 | Hainan Airlines 5041 | Shijiazhuang (SJW) Changchun (CGQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:30 | Hainan Airlines 7517 | Haikou (HAK) Changsha (CSX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:30 | Hainan Airlines 4720 | Hailar (HLD) Hohhot (HET) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:10 | Hainan Airlines 7856 | Nanjing (NKG) Hohhot (HET) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:05 | Hainan Airlines 5040 | Shijiazhuang (SJW) Shanghai (XIY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:05 | Hainan Airlines 7755 | Shenzhen (SZX) Hohhot (HET) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202516:05 | Hainan Airlines 7055 | Haikou (HAK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:30 | Hainan Airlines 7007 | Haikou (HAK) Guangzhou (CAN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202514:50 | Hainan Airlines 7041 | Haikou (HAK) Jinan (TNA) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202514:45 | Hainan Airlines 7655 | Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202514:10 | Hainan Airlines 7650 | Zhuhai (ZUH) Nanchang (KHN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:45 | Hainan Airlines 8081 | Sanya (SYX) Hong Kong (HKG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:40 | Hainan Airlines 3258 | Xilinhot (XIL) Hohhot (HET) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:20 | Hainan Airlines 7745 | Xuzhou (XUZ) Hohhot (HET) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:10 | Hainan Airlines 7077 | Haikou (HAK) Nanchang (KHN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:10 | Hainan Airlines 7265 | Haikou (HAK) Shanghai (XIY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:00 | Hainan Airlines 4247 | Xiangfan (XFN) Hohhot (HET) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:00 | Hainan Airlines 7281 | Haikou (HAK) Beijing (PEK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202513:00 | Hainan Airlines 736 | Dubai (DXB) Haikou (HAK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:55 | Hainan Airlines 4620 | Sanya (SYX) Zhi Jiang (HJJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:55 | Hainan Airlines 4607 | Shanghai (XIY) Lingling (LLF) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:55 | Hainan Airlines 7360 | Lanzhou (LHW) Guiyang (KWE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:20 | Hainan Airlines 6361 | Haikou (HAK) Guiyang (KWE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:15 | Hainan Airlines 5037 | Shijiazhuang (SJW) Urumqi (URC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:05 | Hainan Airlines 762 | Budapest (BUD) Shenzhen (SZX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:50 | Hainan Airlines 7510 | Changsha (CSX) Shanghai (XIY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:50 | Hainan Airlines 3257 | Hohhot (HET) Xilinhot (XIL) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:35 | Hainan Airlines 7649 | Nanchang (KHN) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:35 | Hainan Airlines 4614 | Huizhou (HUZ) Shanghai (XIY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:30 | Hainan Airlines 7045 | Haikou (HAK) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:15 | Hainan Airlines 7588 | Guilin (KWL) Lanzhou (LHW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:05 | Hainan Airlines 7632 | Zhuhai (ZUH) Taiyuan (TYN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:05 | Hainan Airlines 7731 | Zhengzhou (CGO) Hohhot (HET) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:00 | Hainan Airlines 4405 | Wanxian (WXN) Shanghai (XIY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:00 | Hainan Airlines 7520 | Guiyang (KWE) Shanghai (XIY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:00 | Hainan Airlines 8562 | Brussels (BRU) Lyon (LYS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:30 | Hainan Airlines 7629 | Wenzhou (WNZ) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:30 | Hainan Airlines 7005 | Haikou (HAK) Guangzhou (CAN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:10 | Hainan Airlines 7637 | Zhengzhou (CGO) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:00 | Hainan Airlines 4709 | Shanghai (PVG) Shanghai (XIY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:00 | Hainan Airlines 3256 | Xilinhot (XIL) Hohhot (HET) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
