Your right to compensation under EU 261/2004
Regulation EU 261/2004 gives you the right to compensation if your flight was delayed, cancelled, you missed a connection, or you were a victim of denied boarding. It applies to flights departing from the EU and also to flights into the EU on European carriers.
Delta Airlines compensation for a delayed flight
If you flew with Delta Airlines and your flight was delayed by 3 hours or more, you can be entitled to financial compensation. Check that the delay wasn’t caused by extraordinary circumstances — severe weather or unforeseeable events.
Delta Airlines compensation for a cancelled flight
If your Delta Airlines flight was cancelled less than 14 days before the planned departure, you can be entitled to compensation under EU 261/2004 of up to €600.
How much compensation am I entitled to?
| Flight distance | Compensation per passenger |
|---|---|
| Up to 1,500 km (e.g. Paris – Amsterdam) | €250 |
| 1,500–3,500 km | €400 |
| Over 3,500 km (e.g. Paris – Los Angeles) | €600 |
When you’re not entitled
You’re not entitled when:
- The flight was cancelled because of extraordinary circumstances (natural disasters, terror attacks).
- You were told about the cancellation more than 14 days before departure.
- The flight was delayed by less than 3 hours.
How to claim compensation from Delta Airlines
Two options. You can try to sort it out yourself through the Delta Airlines website, or contact Refundio. Fill in our form and we handle the rest — from legal representation to communicating with the airline.
What if the airline rejects the claim?
If Delta Airlines turns you down, don’t give up. Fill in our form and we’ll review your case. If you’re entitled, we’ll take it up with the airline on your behalf.