EU Hand Luggage Rules: What the Reform Actually Makes Free
A free personal item (40 × 30 × 15 cm) and cabin-bag prices shown upfront — but trolleys aren't simply free. What the EU reform really says, and from when.
Practical tips and guides on air passenger rights, EU Regulation 261/2004, and how to successfully claim your compensation.
A free personal item (40 × 30 × 15 cm) and cabin-bag prices shown upfront — but trolleys aren't simply free. What the EU reform really says, and from when.
The EU261 reform has been adopted: the 3-hour rule and €250–600 stay. What changes, the timeline to 2027 — and why nothing changes for your flight today.
Flight disruption on a package holiday? UK261 against the airline, a claim under the PTRs 2018 against the organiser — who owes what, the deduction rule and deadlines.
Fixed EU261/UK261 compensation or Montreal Convention damages? The clear comparison — including combining both claims, liability caps and the two-year deadline.
Airline refusing compensation over extraordinary circumstances? Which reasons really count, which are just excuses — and who carries the burden of proof.
Missed your connection? On a single booking the airline owes €250–600 — what counts is the delay at your final destination (ECJ Folkerts C-11/11). How to claim correctly.
Airline rejected your EU261/UK261 claim? Approved ADR bodies and the CAA settle disputes for free. Conditions, step-by-step filing, and the process explained.
AirHelp charges a 35 % service fee plus 15 % if it goes legal — up to half your payout. Honest cost breakdown and when claiming yourself pays off.
Denied boarding due to overbooking? EU261 and UK261 entitle you to €250–€600 compensation. Step-by-step guide on what to do at the gate.
Flight cancelled? EU261 and UK261 entitle you to €250–€600 / £220–£520 compensation. When must airlines pay, when don't they? Full step-by-step guide.
How much EU261/UK261 compensation are you owed for a flight delay? Compensation table, connecting flights, extraordinary circumstances, and limitation periods explained.
Free complaint letter template for your EU261 flight delay compensation. With step-by-step instructions, legal references, and tips for success.
Step-by-step guide: claim your EU261 flight compensation without expensive claim companies. Deadlines, rights, and common mistakes to avoid.
Do non-EU citizens have a right to compensation under EU261? Yes — it depends on the flight, not your nationality. Full details here.
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