Compensation for missed connection

What to Do If You Miss Your Connecting Flight? ✈️
Imagine this: you’re already on your flight, boarding pass in hand, but you miss your connecting flight. Don’t worry—under EU law, you may be entitled to compensation of up to €600 if you miss your connection.

When Are You Entitled to Compensation for a Missed Connection? 🕒
If a delay causes you to miss your connecting flight and the delay at your final destination is more than 3 hours, you may be entitled to compensation. The amount depends on the flight distance and can be up to €600.

What Can Cause a Missed Connection? 🚶‍♂️

• Overbooking: The airline may overbook the flight and be unable to accommodate all passengers.

• Delay of the first flight: If your first flight is delayed and you can’t make it to your connection on time, you may be eligible for compensation.

• Strikes or technical issues: If the delay is due to extraordinary circumstances such as a strike or technical problem, the airline is not required to pay compensation.

What Are Your Rights in These Cases? ⚖️
Under EU Regulation 261/2004, if you miss your connecting flight and are delayed at your final destination, you may be entitled to:

• €250 for flights up to 1,500 km

• €400 for flights between 1,500–3,500 km

• €600 for flights over 3,500 km

Additionally, the airline is obligated to provide:

✅ A refund or alternative flight
✅ Meals and refreshments based on waiting time
✅ Two free phone calls, emails, or faxes
✅ Hotel accommodation and transfer if necessary

Reduced Compensation 💵
If the airline provides a fast alternative flight that arrives with only a minor delay, the compensation amount may be reduced. For example:

✈️ Up to 1,500 km: If the new flight arrives with a delay of less than 2 hours → €125
✈️ 1,500–3,500 km: If the delay is less than 3 hours → €200
✈️ Over 3,500 km: If the delay is under 4 hours → €300

How to Claim Compensation? 📄
To successfully claim compensation, it’s important to keep the following documents:

📌 Boarding pass
📌 E-ticket
📌 Booking confirmation
📌 Baggage tag
📌 Receipts and invoices for any extra expenses

TIP: Ask the airline for written confirmation of the reason for the delay—this can be crucial evidence when filing your claim.