Flight Cancelled or Delayed by an Airline Strike? Claim Your Compensation

Frequently Asked Questions

• How Do I Know if I Am Entitled to Compensation for an Airline Strike?

  All passengers have rights. You are entitled to care and information, regardless of what happens with your flight. However, for compensation purposes, your flight must have been disrupted by airline staff strikes that caused a delay of more than three hours or a cancellation less than 14 days before departure within the EU. You should also ensure that the disruption was not caused by extraordinary circumstances

• What Factors Determine the Amount of Compensation for Flights Disrupted by Strikes?

  Compensation amounts depend on the length of the delay, the time until departure, the distance of the missed flight, and the arrival time at the final destination under UK261. However, airline policies can also influence the amounts, so check with them directly.

• What Documentation Is Required to File a Compensation Claim for Airline Strike–Related Issues?

  You will need all primary flight records, such as your flight number, reservation number, departure and arrival airports, and flight date. Include relevant documentation such as tickets, boarding passes, flight confirmations, receipts, and any communication with the airline.

• Can I Claim Compensation for Expenses Incurred During an Airline Strike, Such as Accommodation Costs?

  Yes, provided you meet the other airline strike compensation requirements and retain all receipts.

• Is There a Specific Timeframe for Submitting a Compensation Claim for Flights Affected by Strikes?

  Airline strikes were recently ruled as not being extraordinary circumstances, meaning they are under the airline’s control and must be compensated. This ruling is retrospective; you can claim for past flights affected up to three years ago. However, we always advise submitting compensation claims for flight delays due to strikes as soon as possible.

• What Happens if an Airline Refuses to Pay Compensation?

  You can challenge the airline’s decision, submit a claim to a regulatory body, or use a service such as Skycop to pursue your rights. If the flight delay exceeded three hours and passengers were not offered an alternative flight during an airline staff strike or other non-extraordinary circumstances, the airline is responsible for paying compensation.

• Should I Cancel My Flight if There Is a Possible Strike?

  No, you should wait for official updates. If your flight is cancelled or delayed, you may be entitled to compensation. In the case of significant flight delays (not caused by extraordinary circumstances), passengers may be offered an alternative flight to their final destination or be eligible for airline strike compensation.

• How Long Do Airline Strikes Typically Last?

  The duration varies. Some strikes may last a few hours, while others can extend for several days. The length depends on negotiations between airline staff and management. However, passengers affected by an airline strike may be entitled to airline strike compensation or offered an alternative flight.