Flight delays or cancellations caused by an airline strike can seriously disrupt travel plans. However, in many cases, passengers are protected by EU261/2004 regulation. This regulation establishes the rules for assistance and compensation to passengers during airline strikes. In this article, we will look at passenger rights and the process of claiming compensation from the airline.
When Are You Entitled to Shenzhen Airlines Strike Compensation?
EU Regulation 261/2004 protects travelers affected by airline strikes. This legislation obliges the airline to issue compensation in case of a standard crew strike and a “wildcat” strike. These labor disputes are considered part of operational issues, therefore, the airline is responsible for them.
It is crucial to understand that the situation with compensation is complex. Some strikes may be classified as the “extraordinary circumstances” exception. These include strikes by cargo handlers, firefighters, ground staff, etc. In the event of disruptions resulting from these ground crew members, the chances of getting compensation may be significantly reduced. It is crucial to identify exactly which crew is involved in the strike. This directly affects your right to compensation.
Flight Cancellation Compensation
In the event of flight cancellation due to a strike, the airline must inform passengers 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 pay 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 may be entitled to compensation. The amount of compensation depends on the duration of the delay and the distance of the flight, as shown in the following 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
According to the EU261/2004 regulation, if your flight is delayed and you arrive at your final destination more than three hours later than scheduled, you are eligible for compensation of up to €600 per passenger. It’s crucial to understand 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 depends 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 Shenzhen Airlines Strike Compensation
When a flight disruption occurs, passengers could be eligible for compensation, but specific criteria must be met. It’s crucial to understand these requirements to properly navigate the compensation process:
- Your flight must be covered by the EU261 regulation. This covers all flights departing from EU airports, regardless of the airline. It also applies to flights arriving in the EU, but only when operated by an EU-based airline.
- A flight cancellation or delay has significantly disrupted your travel plans. This means your flight was delayed by 3 hours or more at the final destination, or it was cancelled with less than fourteen days’ notice before the scheduled departure.
- You must have a valid reservation and be prepared to travel. This includes having a confirmed booking and all essential travel documents prepared (passport, visas).
- You need to arrive at the airport on time. Check-in by the specified time by your airline. If a time isn’t specified, arrive at least 45 minutes before the scheduled departure to stay eligible for compensation.
In case you believe you meet these criteria following a Shenzhen Airlines strike, it’s advisable to document your experience thoroughly and communicate directly with the airline about your compensation claim. Knowing your rights and responsibilities is the first step in potentially receiving compensation for an airline strike.
How to Claim Shenzhen Airlines Strike Compensation
Dealing with cancelled or delayed flights due to strikes is always frustrating. This can spoil your trip but also create problems – emotional, financial, etc. To seek compensation for this inconvenience, take the following actions:
- Fill in this form. You’ll need to provide details including your flight number, date, and the problem you faced.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will take over. We are well-versed in the EU laws thoroughly and will strive to obtain your rightful compensation. You only incur a fee if we win your case.
Following these steps, you’ll secure the compensation you are entitled to under EU law.
Other Rights in Case of a Flight Strike
In addition to compensation, passengers need to 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 fall under the airline company’s duty to care for every passenger.
Right to Care
If the flight delay is two hours or more, the airline is required to provide affected passengers with certain services to reduce discomfort. Some of the basic services are free beverages and meals. Moreover, the affected passengers have a right to make two calls and send faxes, or emails for free.
Rebooking or Refunds
If your flight is cancelled or delayed by more than five hours, you are entitled to a full refund or an alternative flight to your final destination. These options offer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
08.07.202522:45 | Shenzhen Airlines 4418 | Dalian (DLC) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202522:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 2588 | Linyi (LYI) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202522:10 | Shenzhen Airlines 2707 | Zhoushan (HSN) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202522:10 | Shenzhen Airlines 2592 | Shanghai (SHA) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:55 | Shenzhen Airlines 5288 | Guilin (KWL) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:55 | Shenzhen Airlines 1024 | Xiamen (XMN) (PKX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:55 | Shenzhen Airlines 4000 | Urumqi (URC) Xining (XNN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:50 | Shenzhen Airlines 4770 | Hohhot (HET) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 2554 | Beijing (PEK) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 4884 | Taizhou (HYN) (PKX) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1732 | Beijing (PEK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:25 | Shenzhen Airlines 1740 | Chengdu (CTU) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 1776 | Yinchuan (INC) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202521:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 2859 | Jinan (TNA) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:55 | Shenzhen Airlines 4958 | Shantou (SWA) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:55 | Shenzhen Airlines 1754 | Kunming (KMG) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:50 | Shenzhen Airlines 4798 | Shanghai (XIY) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:50 | Shenzhen Airlines 2538 | Guiyang (KWE) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:45 | Shenzhen Airlines 3380 | Macau (MFM) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 5280 | Chongqing (TFU) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1730 | Beijing (PEK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1744 | Chengdu (CTU) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 3770 | Xilinhot (XIL) Ordos (Dongsheng) (DSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 2636 | Zhengzhou (CGO) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:25 | Shenzhen Airlines 4182 | Shenzhen (SZX) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:25 | Shenzhen Airlines 4222 | Kunming (KMG) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:20 | Shenzhen Airlines 1801 | Beijing (PEK) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:20 | Shenzhen Airlines 3263 | Mian Yang (MIG) Changsha (CSX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:15 | Shenzhen Airlines 2556 | Beijing (PEK) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:15 | Shenzhen Airlines 2614 | Guilin (KWL) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:15 | Shenzhen Airlines 3014 | Tianjin (TSN) Zhuhai (ZUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:05 | Shenzhen Airlines 2543 | Xiamen (XMN) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 2825 | Jinan (TNA) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202520:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 1750 | Chengdu (CTU) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:50 | Shenzhen Airlines 1780 | Guiyang (KWE) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 4898 | Lanzhou (LHW) Wenzhou (WNZ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:35 | Shenzhen Airlines 3401 | Shenzhen (SZX) Taipei (TPE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:35 | Shenzhen Airlines 9948 | Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) Shenzhen (SZX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1728 | Beijing (PEK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 4705 | Wuhan (WUH) Xiamen (XMN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1756 | Changchun (CGQ) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1129 | Beijing (PEK) Hailar (HLD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:25 | Shenzhen Airlines 1040 | Chongqing (TFU) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:20 | Shenzhen Airlines 8959 | Shenzhen (SZX) Mian Yang (MIG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:10 | Shenzhen Airlines 2701 | Qingdao (TAO) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:10 | Shenzhen Airlines 2807 | Yantai (YNT) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:10 | Shenzhen Airlines 3730 | Nanjing (NKG) Mian Yang (MIG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202519:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 1796 | Guangzhou (CAN) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:50 | Shenzhen Airlines 3966 | Wuhan (WUH) Mian Yang (MIG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:45 | Shenzhen Airlines 2442 | Hami (HMI) Lanzhou (LHW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 106 | Hanoi (HAN) Shenzhen (SZX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:35 | Shenzhen Airlines 8808 | Tianjin (TSN) Nanchang (KHN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1455 | Beijing (PEK) Mian Yang (MIG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1726 | Beijing (PEK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 2697 | Qingdao (TAO) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 4563 | Chengdu (CTU) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:05 | Shenzhen Airlines 9981 | Guangzhou (CAN) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202518:05 | Shenzhen Airlines 3769 | Ordos (Dongsheng) (DSN) Xilinhot (XIL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202517:55 | Shenzhen Airlines 3312 | Macau (MFM) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202517:45 | Shenzhen Airlines 4883 | (PKX) Taizhou (HYN) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.07.202517:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 4671 | Hohhot (HET) Bayannur (RLK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202517:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 2567 | Hangzhou (HGH) Urumqi (URC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202517:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1887 | Beijing (PEK) Jingdezhen (JDZ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202517:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1746 | Chengdu (CTU) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202517:20 | Shenzhen Airlines 3263 | Gonggar (LXA) Mian Yang (MIG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202517:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 4880 | Daqing (DQA) (PKX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202516:55 | Shenzhen Airlines 4704 | Tianjin (TSN) Wuhan (WUH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202516:35 | Shenzhen Airlines 105 | Shenzhen (SZX) Hanoi (HAN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202516:25 | Shenzhen Airlines 3402 | Taipei (TPE) Shenzhen (SZX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202516:20 | Shenzhen Airlines 4230 | Shenzhen (SZX) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202516:15 | Shenzhen Airlines 3784 | Changzhi (CIH) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:45 | Shenzhen Airlines 9947 | Shenzhen (SZX) Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 5286 | Zhengzhou (CGO) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 8033 | Chongqing (TFU) Hong Kong (HKG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1720 | Beijing (PEK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 2009 | Chengdu (CTU) Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:25 | Shenzhen Airlines 5131 | Dalian (DLC) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:25 | Shenzhen Airlines 3769 | Chongqing (CKG) Ordos (Dongsheng) (DSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:10 | Shenzhen Airlines 3261 | Gonggar (LXA) Lanzhou (LHW) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:10 | Shenzhen Airlines 3796 | (LLV) Chongqing (CKG) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 1788 | Weihai (WEH) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202515:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 4673 | Chongqing (CKG) (PKX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202514:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 4071 | Chongqing (TFU) Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202514:35 | Shenzhen Airlines 9073 | Shenzhen (SZX) Taipei (TPE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202514:35 | Shenzhen Airlines 9125 | Shenzhen (SZX) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202514:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1718 | Beijing (PEK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202514:25 | Shenzhen Airlines 5291 | Hangzhou (HGH) Chongqing (TFU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202514:20 | Shenzhen Airlines 3975 | Luzhou (LZO) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202514:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 9887 | Shenzhen (SZX) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:45 | Shenzhen Airlines 4804 | Xining (XNN) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 2480 | Qiqihar (NDG) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:40 | Shenzhen Airlines 4220 | Guiyang (KWE) Tianjin (TSN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:35 | Shenzhen Airlines 1843 | Beijing (PEK) Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1716 | Beijing (PEK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:15 | Shenzhen Airlines 1748 | Chengdu (CTU) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 5134 | Hangzhou (HGH) Dalian (DLC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 2536 | Zhuhai (ZUH) Nanchang (KHN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202513:00 | Shenzhen Airlines 1713 | Hangzhou (HGH) Beijing (PEK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202512:45 | Shenzhen Airlines 2896 | Guilin (KWL) Hefei (Luogang Airport) (HFE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
08.07.202512:30 | Shenzhen Airlines 1714 | Beijing (PEK) Hangzhou (HGH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
