Berlin Airport flight delayed or cancelled — how to claim flight compensation?

Berlin Airport flight delayed — claim flight compensation

If your flight to or from Berlin Airport was delayed and it was the fault of the airline, you may be entitled to flight compensation.

To be eligible for compensation:

1. Your flight must have been delayed for over 3 hours, AND,

2. The airline must be responsible for the delay. If your flight was delayed due to circumstances beyond the airline’s control (referred to as "Extraordinary Circumstances"), such as a third party or a force majeure event, you might not be eligible for compensation.

Flight cancellation at Berlin Airport — flight compensation and refund policies

If your flight from Berlin Airport was cancelled, you might be entitled to flight compensation of up to £520 and/or a full monetary refund of your flight ticket.

How to get compensation for my cancelled Berlin Airport flight?

To be eligible for compensation, your flight must have been cancelled less than 14 days before the scheduled departure date, and the cancellation must have been the airline’s fault. To determine whether the cancellation is at the fault of the airline, read more about “Extraordinary Circumstances” in the later section of this page.

How to get a refund for my cancelled Berlin Airport flight?

If you were offered an alternative flight but chose not to take it, you may still be entitled to a full financial refund of your flight ticket.

Expert suggestion: If the airline offers you a travel voucher instead of a refund, it is generally not advisable to accept it because you will be required to use the same airline again. You may also lose your money if the airline goes out of business.

How much flight compensation can I get for my Berlin Airport delayed or cancelled flight?

How to claim flight compensation for my Berlin Airport flight?

Claim flight compensation for a delayed or cancelled flight at Berlin Airport, saving time and money by using a service like Flight-Delayed.co.uk.

Our team of professionals will handle the process for you, from assessing your claim and creating legal documents to communicating with the airline's legal representation and, if necessary, bringing your claim to court. With over 10 years of experience dealing with airlines, we deeply understand their faults and can help protect your entitlement to flight compensation. And with our "no win, no fee" policy, you have nothing to lose by submitting a claim with us.

Frequently Asked Questions – Delays and cancellations at Berlin Airport

1. Delays and cancellations at Berlin Airport — can the airline deny my claim? 

Unfortunately, there are some instances where the airline cannot compensate you for a delayed or cancelled flight at Berlin Airport. When a delay or cancellation is caused by a third party or an unexpected event beyond the airline's control, this is referred to as extraordinary circumstances.

Some examples of these situations are as follows:

• Bad weather conditions, such as thick fog, heavy rain, or thunderstorms.

• A strike, most often specifically within the aviation industry (for example, a strike of air traffic control workers at a specific airport).

  However, a strike of the airline's crew is not considered an extraordinary circumstance!

• Political circumstances, such as a terrorist attack or general security risk due to political unrest.

• Natural disasters, including volcanic eruptions and hurricanes.

• A collision between the aircraft and birds or other foreign objects.

• An ill or unruly passenger.

• Flight delays caused by the airport staff, such as extraordinarily long queues to security checks.

2. How much time do I have to submit my flight compensation claim?

The time frame for filing a claim is governed by the laws of your country of origin, destination, and the country where the airline's headquarters are located.

For example, if you flew with Air France from Berlin Airport to London Stansted, you may be eligible for compensation under the following circumstances:

• 5 years according to French law

• 3 years under German law

• 6 years, according to British law

Is my Berlin Airport flight delayed or cancelled?

Being on time for your flight is crucial, so it's a good idea to plan ahead to avoid potential delays or disruptions.

You can check the status of your flight in advance by visiting the website of Berlin Airport and entering your airline and flight number; this will allow you to see if your flight is on time or if there are any delays or cancellations.

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