Air China Delayed & Cancelled Flight Compensation

* the amount may get reduced by 50%, i.e., you may get up to 300€ for a distance of over 3500 km if EU borders were not crossed.

An Example of when could you claim compensation for Air China Flight Delays or Cancellations:

If your Air China flight from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) was delayed or canceled, you could be eligible for compensation under EU law. Since the flight distance is over 3500 km and departure was from an EU airport, you may claim up to €600 in compensation. It applies due to the EU Regulation 261/2004, which states that compensation is entitled to flight departure from an EU airport.

Understanding EC261 And Passenger Rights Air China

Under the EC261 Regulation, Air China passengers departing from EU airports are entitled to compensation and assistance for flight delays, cancellations, and denied boarding. This regulation ensures that passengers receive fair treatment and compensation, ranging from €250 to €600, depending on the flight distance and delay duration. ClaimFlights helps passengers navigate the complexities of EC261 to secure their rightful compensation from Air China.

What are EC261 Regulations?

The European Regulation EC261 establishes clear guidelines for compensating passengers in the event of flight disruptions. It applies to all flights departing from EU airports, including non-EU airlines like Air China. EC261 provides passengers with rights and compensation for flight delays, cancellations, and denied boarding due to overbooking. The regulation aims to protect passengers and ensure fair treatment, with compensation amounts ranging from €250 to €600, depending on the flight distance and delay duration.

Overview of Passenger Rights under EC261

Under EC261, passengers are entitled to:

• 1. Compensation for Delays: If a flight is delayed by more than three hours upon arrival, passengers may claim compensation, except when delays are caused by extraordinary circumstances like severe weather or airport strikes.
  2. Compensation for Cancellations: In cases of flight cancellations, passengers are eligible for compensation unless notified at least 14 days in advance or offered alternative transport that meets certain conditions.
  3. Right to Care: During long delays, passengers are entitled to meals, refreshments, and accommodation, depending on the length of the delay.
  4. Reimbursement or Re-routing: Passengers can choose between a full refund or re-routing to their final destination in the event of cancellations or denied boarding.
  5. Upgrading and Downgrading: If passengers are downgraded to a lower class, they are entitled to a refund of 30-75% of the ticket price.

These rights empower passengers to seek compensation and assistance, ensuring a more equitable travel experience. ClaimFlights assists passengers in navigating the complexities of EC261 to secure the compensation they deserve from Air China.

Air China Denied Boarding Rights

If you’ve been denied boarding on an Air China flight, you may be eligible for compensation under European Regulation EC261, up to €600.

1. Timely Check-in: You arrived at the airport on time for check-in.
2. Valid Reservation: You possess a valid flight reservation and all necessary travel documents.
3. Overbooking: You were denied boarding due to overbooking (the airline selling more tickets than available seats).
4. No Voluntary Seat Relinquishment: You did not voluntarily give up your seat.

In cases of denied boarding due to overbooking, Air China is obligated to offer you re-routing to the earliest available flight.

Alternatively, if you prefer not to travel, you can request a refund of your ticket cost, which should be processed within 7 working days.

If you are stranded at the airport awaiting a replacement flight, Air China EU261 entitles you to complimentary:

• • Meals and Refreshments: To keep you comfortable during your wait.
  • Communication Access: Two phone calls, emails, or faxes.
  • Hotel Accommodation and Transportation: For overnight delays or when an extended stay is necessary.

Air China Missed Connection Flight Rights

When you book a flight itinerary under a single booking number or event, it typically includes one or more connecting flights. If you encounter a disruption with Air China that causes you to miss your connecting flight, you may be eligible for compensation under the European Union Regulation EC261.

If your connecting flight with Air China is delayed or canceled, resulting in a missed connection, you may be entitled to compensation. You may be eligible for missed flight compensation under the European Union Regulation EC261, if …

• • The entire journey, including the missed connection, must be under the same booking number.
  • Air China must operate both the initial flight and the connecting flight.
  • The delay at your final destination must exceed three hours.

You could be eligible to claim compensation of up to €600, depending on the specifics of your flight delay or cancellation with Air China. This regulation aims to protect passengers’ rights and ensure fair treatment in the event of flight disruptions.

Am I Eligible To Claim Compensation?

EC Regulation 261/2004 is a European law, it applies to EU airspace. You do not have to be an EU citizen to claim delayed flight compensation.

It states that you can claim for flights departed from an airport located in the EU Member States (with any airline), or arrived at an airport located in the EU Member States with an EU regulated airline.

Thus you are eligible for compensation under EC 261 Regulation.

Calculate The Amount Air China Owes You

Passengers are often unaware of their rights and end up claiming a futile amount compared to what they are entitled to receive.

At “Claim Flights” we facilitate free flight delay compensation calculator. It helps you to calculate the amount that you can demand from the airline.

You can check for free the amount Air China owes you.

Criteria for Air China Airways Compensation

How To Claim Compensation For Air China Delays?

In general, when passengers approach the airline, they were excused with reasons such as ‘extraordinary circumstances’, thus no compensation.

But, we know the actual reason behind the flight disruptions and help you with your claim.

To proceed with your claim, check your flight in our compensation checker tool.All you have to do is provide us with your flight number, date of journey, and some further information.

If you further decide to claim through us, provide us with your personal details and assign us by signing the digital contract.

We work on a “No Win = No Fee” basis. You don’t need to pay anything if we are not successful. You will not have financial risk. You pay only if we get money.

Our claim experts will work with various other teams to collect data so that everything goes smoothly.

Our claim experts have access to flight information such as the time by which the flight was delayed, the reason behind it, flight departure and arrival time, etc. making us more likely to win the compensation.

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