One of the most common reasons for flight interruptions is flight strikes, which can be arranged by airline staff, an airport itself, or an airline. As a passenger, you should be aware of European Union Regulation 261, under which you may be entitled to Helvetic Airways compensation of up to 600 Euros.
Learn more to find out how you can get compensation and when you qualify.
Your Passenger Rights
The good news is that any passenger is protected by the EU 261 regulation. The EU 261 is a European Union law that sets the rules for compensation and assistance for travelers in cases of flight disruptions. Now, let’s take a closer look at air passenger rights, under EU 261/2004:
- The airline has to provide travelers with information about their rights;
- In the event of flight cancellation, a passenger is entitled to choose one of these options: either a ticket refund or rerouting to the final destination under similar conditions. To receive a Helvetic Airways refund, passengers must have a confirmed reservation;
- Passengers can expect to receive food and beverages; they are also entitled to have two free phone calls, e-mails, or faxes;
- If you decide to reroute, and it involves an overnight stay, the airline is required to provide hotel accommodation, as well as transportation between the the hotel and airport;
- Compensation from 250 to 600 euros per passenger.
When You Are Entitled to Helvetic Airways Strike Compensation
Often, Helvetic Airways strikes involve their workers. These could be pilots, engineers, flight attendants, or any other crucial employees. As you now know, you have the right to claim compensation for airline strikes, if your trip was disrupted. The compensation will then cover the inconvenience you experienced because of the strike.
It is also essential to understand what “extraordinary circumstances” are. These are events beyond the airline’s control. If a strike is considered one of these circumstances, the airline is not obliged to provide compensation. Importantly, if a staff strike occurs, the airline could have potentially foreseen and managed such incidents, therefore such cases are within the airline’s control. That is when flight disruptions are caused by the airline’s own employees, these are not cases of extraordinary circumstances. As a result, passengers are entitled to claim flight compensation.
However, you should understand that each incident is unique, meaning that every flight disruption caused by a strike must be carefully analyzed to determine whether the airline will pay compensation.
Helvetic Airways Strike Compensation
Before seeking the airline strike compensation, you should be aware of the conditions and the amount of compensation you could be entitled to.
Helvetic Airways Strike Flight Delay Compensation
If your flight was delayed by more than 3 hours because of the Helvetic Airways strike, you are entitled to compensation of up to €600 per passenger under EU 261/2004. It is important to note that the amount of compensation is determined by the distance of the flight and the time of delay.
For more details on the amount of compensation, see the table below:
| 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 |
Helvetic Airways Strike Flight Cancellation Compensation
If your flight was cancelled and the airline informed you less than 14 days before your scheduled travel, you might qualify for compensation of up to €600 under EU 261. However, in some cases, the airline might not have to pay compensation if it offers an alternative flight to your final destination that meets certain criteria listed below:
| 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 |
Importantly, if you used an alternative flight but your final arrival time at the destination point was still delayed, you are entitled to claim compensation.
The amount of the compensation is determined by the flight distance and the time of delay in arriving at the final destination. Take a look at the table below for additional information:
| 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 |
Which Helvetic Airways Flights Are Covered by EU261?
EU261 regulation covers every flight departing from EU airports, regardless of the airline, as well as flights arriving in the EU from non-EU countries if they are operated by airlines based in the EU. It also applies to flights to/from Switzerland, Iceland, and Norway.
The table below shows which Helvetic Airways flights are covered by EU 261:
| Itinerary | Covered by EU 261 |
| Flights departing the EU airports | ✅ Covered |
| Flights arriving at the EU airports | ✅ Covered |
How to Claim Helvetic Airways Strike Compensation
If you’ve encountered flight cancellations or delays at least once, you understand how irritating it can be.
Travelers who face any of these issues are entitled to claim Helvetic Airways compensation, according to the EU regulations. Follow these steps to claim compensation:
- Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide details like your flight number, date, and what went wrong.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We know the EU laws comprehensively and will strive to secure 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10.11.202507:10 | Helvetic Airways 1726 | Zurich (ZRH) Rome (FCO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.11.202509:50 | Helvetic Airways 1267 | Copenhagen (CPH) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202512:25 | Helvetic Airways 1450 | Zurich (ZRH) Sarajevo (SJJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202510:45 | Helvetic Airways 977 | Berlin (BER) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202509:50 | Helvetic Airways 725 | Amsterdam (AMS) Zurich (ZRH) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.11.202509:45 | Helvetic Airways 815 | Hanover (HAJ) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202509:45 | Helvetic Airways 815 | Hanover (HAJ) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202509:40 | Helvetic Airways 2251 | Budapest (BUD) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202509:20 | Helvetic Airways 461 | London (LCY) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202508:55 | Helvetic Airways 1612 | Zurich (ZRH) Rome (MXP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202508:40 | Helvetic Airways 1660 | Zurich (ZRH) Venice (VCE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202507:20 | Helvetic Airways 814 | Zurich (ZRH) Hanover (HAJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202507:20 | Helvetic Airways 814 | Zurich (ZRH) Hanover (HAJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
07.11.202507:15 | Helvetic Airways 724 | Zurich (ZRH) Amsterdam (AMS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
07.11.202507:10 | Helvetic Airways 2250 | Zurich (ZRH) Budapest (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.11.202517:50 | Helvetic Airways 1026 | Zurich (ZRH) Dusseldorf (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.11.202513:00 | Helvetic Airways 8115 | Zagreb (ZAG) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
05.11.202509:50 | Helvetic Airways 1669 | Bologna (BLQ) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202514:55 | Helvetic Airways 755 | Luxembourg (LUX) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202512:50 | Helvetic Airways 638 | Zurich (ZRH) Paris (CDG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202512:50 | Helvetic Airways 1628 | Zurich (ZRH) Rome (MXP) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202512:00 | Helvetic Airways 816 | Zurich (ZRH) Hanover (HAJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202511:00 | Helvetic Airways 9591 | Kosice (KSC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202507:40 | Helvetic Airways 918 | Zurich (ZRH) Dresden (DRS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202507:40 | Helvetic Airways 750 | Zurich (ZRH) Luxembourg (LUX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.11.202507:30 | Helvetic Airways 1678 | Zurich (ZRH) Florence (FLR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202517:55 | Helvetic Airways 466 | Zurich (ZRH) London (LCY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.11.202517:15 | Helvetic Airways 1272 | Zurich (ZRH) Copenhagen (CPH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202518:50 | Helvetic Airways 425 | Birmingham (BHX) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
02.11.202514:45 | Helvetic Airways 1227 | Gothenburg (GOT) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202512:50 | Helvetic Airways 638 | Zurich (ZRH) Paris (CDG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202512:50 | Helvetic Airways 1674 | Zurich (ZRH) Florence (FLR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202512:10 | Helvetic Airways 1722 | Zurich (ZRH) Brindisi (BDS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202512:10 | Helvetic Airways 457 | London (LCY) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202510:35 | Helvetic Airways 1661 | Venice (VCE) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202509:50 | Helvetic Airways 1343 | Warsaw (WAW) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202509:10 | Helvetic Airways 1069 | Frankfurt (FRA) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
01.11.202508:35 | Helvetic Airways 461 | London (LCY) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202517:10 | Helvetic Airways 424 | Zurich (ZRH) Birmingham (BHX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202515:00 | Helvetic Airways 1057 | Hamburg (HAM) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202513:05 | Helvetic Airways 1662 | Zurich (ZRH) Venice (VCE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202512:40 | Helvetic Airways 1056 | Zurich (ZRH) Hamburg (HAM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202512:10 | Helvetic Airways 456 | Zurich (ZRH) London (LCY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
30.10.202507:00 | Helvetic Airways 2140 | Zurich (ZRH) Manises (VLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202519:55 | Helvetic Airways 1273 | Copenhagen (CPH) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202517:50 | Helvetic Airways 1026 | Zurich (ZRH) Dusseldorf (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202514:45 | Helvetic Airways 1371 | Krakow (KRK) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
29.10.202512:55 | Helvetic Airways 1662 | Zurich (ZRH) Venice (VCE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.10.202519:45 | Helvetic Airways 1353 | Warsaw (WAW) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
27.10.202519:10 | Helvetic Airways 467 | London (LCY) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202519:55 | Helvetic Airways 1273 | Copenhagen (CPH) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202518:50 | Helvetic Airways 425 | Birmingham (BHX) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
26.10.202514:45 | Helvetic Airways 1371 | Krakow (KRK) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202521:05 | Helvetic Airways 1855 | Thessaloniki (SKG) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202520:15 | Helvetic Airways 1583 | Vienna (VIE) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202520:05 | Helvetic Airways 735 | Amsterdam (AMS) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202520:00 | Helvetic Airways 2259 | Budapest (BUD) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202519:40 | Helvetic Airways 2177 | Alicante (ALC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202519:35 | Helvetic Airways 2267 | Dubrovnik (DBV) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202518:40 | Helvetic Airways 327 | London (LHR) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202518:40 | Helvetic Airways 381 | Manchester (MAN) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202512:35 | Helvetic Airways 568 | Zurich (ZRH) Nice (NCE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202510:30 | Helvetic Airways 1679 | Florence (FLR) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202509:50 | Helvetic Airways 725 | Amsterdam (AMS) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
25.10.202509:25 | Helvetic Airways 1669 | Bologna (BLQ) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202521:25 | Helvetic Airways 1218 | Zurich (ZRH) Oslo (OSL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202510:30 | Helvetic Airways 977 | Berlin (BER) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
24.10.202507:20 | Helvetic Airways 974 | Zurich (ZRH) Berlin (BER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202517:15 | Helvetic Airways 701 | Djerba (DJE) Berne (BRN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202515:10 | Helvetic Airways 1105 | Munich (MUC) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202513:15 | Helvetic Airways 1104 | Zurich (ZRH) Munich (MUC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202512:25 | Helvetic Airways 2254 | Zurich (ZRH) Budapest (BUD) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
10.10.202507:30 | Helvetic Airways 1450 | Zurich (ZRH) Sarajevo (SJJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202507:20 | Helvetic Airways 974 | Zurich (ZRH) Berlin (BER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202507:15 | Helvetic Airways 1370 | Zurich (ZRH) Krakow (KRK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
10.10.202506:50 | Helvetic Airways 420 | Zurich (ZRH) Birmingham (BHX) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
10.10.202506:30 | Helvetic Airways 1792 | Zurich (ZRH) Gudja (MLA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202518:50 | Helvetic Airways 425 | Birmingham (BHX) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202518:40 | Helvetic Airways 381 | Manchester (MAN) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202518:40 | Helvetic Airways 405 | Dublin (DUB) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202517:40 | Helvetic Airways 2258 | Zurich (ZRH) Budapest (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202517:20 | Helvetic Airways 424 | Zurich (ZRH) Birmingham (BHX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202517:00 | Helvetic Airways 380 | Zurich (ZRH) Manchester (MAN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202516:35 | Helvetic Airways 464 | Zurich (ZRH) London (LCY) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202514:55 | Helvetic Airways 1349 | Warsaw (WAW) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202514:50 | Helvetic Airways 1073 | Frankfurt (FRA) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202514:45 | Helvetic Airways 817 | Hanover (HAJ) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202512:55 | Helvetic Airways 780 | Zurich (ZRH) Brussels (BRU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202512:45 | Helvetic Airways 1018 | Zurich (ZRH) Dusseldorf (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202512:35 | Helvetic Airways 552 | Zurich (ZRH) Bordeaux (BOD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202512:25 | Helvetic Airways 1578 | Zurich (ZRH) Vienna (VIE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202512:15 | Helvetic Airways 1348 | Zurich (ZRH) Warsaw (WAW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202509:40 | Helvetic Airways 975 | Berlin (BER) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202509:35 | Helvetic Airways 1713 | Napoli (NAP) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202508:50 | Helvetic Airways 1069 | Frankfurt (FRA) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202507:30 | Helvetic Airways 1450 | Zurich (ZRH) Sarajevo (SJJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
09.10.202507:20 | Helvetic Airways 974 | Zurich (ZRH) Berlin (BER) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.10.202518:55 | Helvetic Airways 1273 | Copenhagen (CPH) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.10.202518:45 | Helvetic Airways 971 | Berlin (BER) Zurich (ZRH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.10.202517:40 | Helvetic Airways 2258 | Zurich (ZRH) Budapest (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
