When Are You Entitled To Virgin Atlantic Flight Compensation?
EC Regulation 261/2004 establishes several criteria that determine your eligibility for a Virgin Atlantic claim refund.
Flight Disruptions
Passengers are eligible for Virgin compensation for a delayed flight if arrival time is delayed by more than 3 hours. Airlines must also compensate passengers denied boarding due to airline overbooking.
Schedule Change
For a schedule change with less than 14 days’ notice, you may qualify for a Virgin flight refund.
Flight Cancellations
To be eligible for Virgin Atlantic cancellation compensation, you must receive less than 14 days’ cancellation notice and the cancellation must result in a delay of more than 3 hours.
Extraordinary Circumstances
In circumstances beyond the airline’s control, like bad weather or security risks, passengers aren’t eligible for Virgin cancelled flight compensation.