One of the most common reasons for flight interruptions is flight strikes, which can be organized by airline staff, an airport itself, or an airline. As a passenger, you should be aware of the EU 261 regulation, under which you may be eligible for compensation of up to 600 Euros.
Learn more to find out how you can get compensation and in which situations.
Your Passenger Rights
The good news is that any passenger is protected by the EU 261 regulation. The EU 261 is a European Union regulation that sets the rules for assistance and compensation to passengers in cases of flight delays and cancellations. Now, let’s take a closer look at air passenger rights, under European Regulation 261:
- The airline must provide travelers with information about their rights.
- In the event of flight cancellation, a passenger is entitled to select one of these options: either a ticket refund or rebooking to the final destination under similar conditions;
- Passengers can expect to receive food and beverages; they are also entitled to have two free phone calls, e-mails, or faxes.
- If you choose an alternative flight, and it involves an overnight stay, the airline is obligated to provide hotel accommodation, as well as transportation between the the hotel and airport.
- Compensation between 250 to 600 euros per passenger
When You Are Entitled to British Airways Strike Compensation
Frequently, British Airways strikes involve their workers. These could be pilots, engineers, flight attendants, or other essential personnel. As you’re now aware, you may be eligible for airline strike compensation, if your travel was disrupted. The compensation will then cover the inconvenience you encountered because of the strike.
It is also essential to understand what “extraordinary circumstances” are. These are events beyond the airline’s control. If a strike is considered one of these circumstances, the airline is not required to provide compensation. It is important to note if a staff strike happens, the airline could have potentially foreseen and handled such incidents, thus these situations are within the airline’s control. That is when flight disruptions are caused by the airline’s own employees, they are not cases of extraordinary circumstances. As a result, passengers have a right to claim flight compensation.
Nonetheless, you should understand that each incident is unique, meaning that every flight disruption caused by a strike must be carefully analyzed to determine whether the airline will pay compensation.
British Airways Strike Compensation
Before seeking compensation for an airline strike, you should be aware of the requirements and the amount of compensation you might receive.
British Airways Strike Flight Delay Compensation
The longer a flight is delayed, the more trouble it causes travelers. When airline workers go on strike, it can disrupt passengers’ plans and make them arrive at their final destination much later than expected. It is essential to understand that if your flight is delayed for more than 3 hours due to a strike, you have the right to seek compensation from the airline for the inconvenience caused.
In assessing the potential sum of compensation, passengers should take two critical factors into account: the flight’s distance and the duration of the delay. It’s essential to understand these details, as only that is how you can be calm regarding the fair flight delay compensation you are entitled to. In the following, you can see a table with the amounts of compensation you can receive.
| Less than 3 hours | Between 3-4 hours | Over 4 hours | Distance |
| €0 | €250 | €250 | All flights up to 1500 km |
| €0 | €400 | €400 | All flights between 1500 km and 3500 km |
| €0 | €400 | €400 | All intra-EU flights over 3500 km |
| €0 | €300 | €600 | All non-EU flights over 3500 km |
British Airways Strike Flight Cancellation Compensation
Sometimes, it also happens that airline strikes cause flight cancellations. Under EU 261/2004, you may receive compensation of up to 600 Euros. Keep in mind that the regulation also states that you are entitled to compensation in the case when the airline notified you about the cancellation less than 14 days before your travel.
Nevertheless, there are always some exceptions to the regulations, and here is the case. The airline is entitled to avoid paying compensation if it provides the passenger an alternative flight. This flight must meet the criteria listed below:
| Advance Notice | Re-routing Requirements |
| 14 Days | None |
| 7 – 13 Days | Alternative flight departing no more than 2 hours before and arriving less than 4 hours after the original flight |
| Less than 7 Days | Alternative flight departing no more than 1 hour before and arriving less than 2 hours after the original flight |
Importantly, if you used an alternative flight but your final arrival time at your destination was still delayed, you are entitled to claim compensation.
The amount of the compensation is based on the flight distance and the time of delay in arriving at the final destination. Check the table below for more details:
| Under 2 hours | 2-3 hours | 3-4 hours | Over 4 hours | Never arrived | Distance |
| €125 | €250 | €250 | €250 | €250 | All flights 1,500 km or less |
| €200 | €200 | €400 | €400 | €400 | Internal EU flights over 1,500 km |
| €200 | €200 | €400 | €400 | €400 | Non-internal EU flights 1,500 km- 3,500 km |
| €300 | €300 | €300 | €600 | €600 | Non-internal EU flights over 3,500 km |
Which British Airways Flights Are Covered by EU261?
Regulation EU261 applies to all flights departing from airports in the EU, regardless of the airline, as well as flights arriving in the EU from non-EU countries if they are operated by EU airlines. The regulation also covers flights to and from Switzerland, Iceland, and Norway.
The following table shows which British Airways flights are covered by EU 261:
| Itinerary | Covered by EU 261 |
| Flights departing the EU airports | ✅ Covered |
| Flights arriving at the EU airports | ✅ Covered |
How to Claim British Airways Strike Compensation
If you’ve encountered flight delays or cancellations at least once, you understand how irritating it can be.
Passengers who face any of these issues on British Airways flights are entitled to claim compensation, according to EU regulations. Follow these steps to claim compensation:
- Complete our form. You’ll need to provide details such as your flight number, date, and what went wrong.
- Let our experts help you. Once you submit the form, our team will manage the process. We know the EU laws thoroughly and will do our best to obtain your rightful compensation. You are only charged if we win your case.
Recent Flight Delays and Cancellations
Was your flight delayed or cancelled due to the strike? Check our table for the latest flight delays and cancellations. Assess your right to compensation using our claim checker, and let us protect your rights and pursue compensation for you.
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| Date | Flight number | Route | Status | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
04.07.202517:30 | British Airways 4635 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (CTS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202517:05 | British Airways 6009 | Helsinki (HEL) Vienna (VIE) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202515:55 | British Airways 6040 | Helsinki (HEL) Oulu (OUL) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202514:30 | British Airways 3439 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (CTS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:30 | British Airways 8777 | Mumbai (BOM) New Delhi (DEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:29 | British Airways 8304 | Buffalo (BUF) New York (JFK) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:25 | British Airways 8165 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) Denpasar (DPS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202512:05 | British Airways 6064 | Budapest (BUD) Helsinki (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:30 | British Airways 8019 | Mumbai (BOM) Bangalore (BLR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202511:10 | British Airways 7926 | Mumbai (BOM) Goa (GOI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:55 | British Airways 7985 | Ahmedabad (AMD) Mumbai (BOM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:35 | British Airways 8002 | Mumbai (BOM) Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:35 | British Airways 6325 | Colombo (CMB) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:30 | British Airways 868 | London (LHR) Budapest (BUD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:30 | British Airways 6244 | Johannesburg (JNB) Bulawayo (BUQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:30 | British Airways 939 | Dusseldorf (DUS) London (LHR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:20 | British Airways 108 | Dubai (DXB) London (LHR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:20 | British Airways 3431 | Tokyo (HND) Okayama (OKJ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202510:10 | British Airways 3443 | Tokyo (HND) Kagoshima (KOJ) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202509:55 | British Airways 3441 | Tokyo (HND) Nagasaki (NGS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202509:55 | British Airways 6367 | Lahore (LHE) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202509:45 | British Airways 4603 | Tokyo (HND) London (LHR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202509:25 | British Airways 4496 | Maputo (MPM) Durban (DUR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202509:20 | British Airways 6056 | Rovaniemi (RVN) Helsinki (HEL) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202509:15 | British Airways 3438 | Tokyo (HND) Komatsu (KMQ) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202509:00 | British Airways 8163 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) Denpasar (DPS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:55 | British Airways 6025 | Riga (RIX) Helsinki (HEL) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:55 | British Airways 7335 | London (LCY) San Sebastian (EAS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:55 | British Airways 6070 | Warsaw (WAW) Helsinki (HEL) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:45 | British Airways 7009 | Doha (DOH) London (LHR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:35 | British Airways 6027 | Oslo (OSL) Helsinki (HEL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:35 | British Airways 2111 | Bristol (BRS) Cork (ORK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:30 | British Airways 4493 | Doha (DOH) Bangkok (BKK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:30 | British Airways 7931 | Indore (IDR) Mumbai (BOM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:25 | British Airways 6022 | Edinburgh (EDI) Helsinki (HEL) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:20 | British Airways 2326 | Doha (DOH) Hong Kong (HKG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:10 | British Airways 6068 | Prague (PRG) Helsinki (HEL) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:05 | British Airways 4615 | Tokyo (HND) Nagoya (NGO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202508:00 | British Airways 6031 | Helsinki (HEL) London (LHR) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202507:55 | British Airways 7943 | Kochi (COK) Mumbai (BOM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202507:50 | British Airways 8785 | Hyderabad (HYD) Mumbai (BOM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202507:35 | British Airways 7736 | Nairobi (NBO) Entebbe (EBB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202507:30 | British Airways 6071 | Helsinki (HEL) Oslo (OSL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202507:20 | British Airways 6046 | Helsinki (HEL) Reykjavik (KEF) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202507:10 | British Airways 865 | Budapest (BUD) London (LHR) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202507:10 | British Airways 938 | London (LHR) Dusseldorf (DUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202507:10 | British Airways 4300 | Sao Paulo (GRU) Santiago (SCL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202506:50 | British Airways 6020 | Helsinki (HEL) Edinburgh (EDI) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202506:40 | British Airways 8936 | Dublin (DUB) Bristol (BRS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202506:40 | British Airways 3437 | Tokyo (KIX) Tokyo (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202506:20 | British Airways 6067 | Helsinki (HEL) Prague (PRG) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
04.07.202504:25 | British Airways 6357 | Sulaimaniyah (ISU) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202504:00 | British Airways 6199 | Dhaka (DAC) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202503:50 | British Airways 2300 | Doha (DOH) Auckland (AKL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202502:45 | British Airways 6362 | Doha (DOH) Denpasar (DPS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202502:45 | British Airways 6362 | Doha (DOH) Denpasar (DPS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202502:40 | British Airways 6387 | Doha (DOH) Jakarta (CGK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202502:35 | British Airways 6346 | Doha (DOH) Bangkok (BKK) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202502:20 | British Airways 4484 | Doha (DOH) Colombo (CMB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202502:15 | British Airways 2288 | Doha (DOH) Manama (BAH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202502:10 | British Airways 6194 | Doha (DOH) Johannesburg (JNB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202501:35 | British Airways 2299 | Entebbe (EBB) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202501:20 | British Airways 6392 | Nairobi (NBO) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202501:15 | British Airways 6196 | Doha (DOH) Dhaka (DAC) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202501:05 | British Airways 4496 | Doha (DOH) Maputo (MPM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202501:05 | British Airways 5806 | Doha (DOH) Madinah (MED) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
04.07.202500:05 | British Airways 4148 | Jakarta (CGK) Hong Kong (HKG) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202523:59 | British Airways 4289 | Madrid (MAD) Santiago (SCL) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202523:55 | British Airways 4285 | Madrid (MAD) Mexico City (MEX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202523:17 | British Airways 4344 | Dallas (DFW) Tucson (TUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:59 | British Airways 2476 | Dallas (DFW) San Diego (SAN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:55 | British Airways 7565 | Seattle (SEA) Juneau (JNU) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:47 | British Airways 5774 | Dallas (DFW) Mc Allen (MFE) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:39 | British Airways 1920 | Dallas (DFW) Brownsville (BRO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:35 | British Airways 2466 | Dallas (DFW) Reno (RNO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202522:10 | British Airways 6359 | Brisbane (BNE) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:59 | British Airways 2475 | Dallas (DFW) San Diego (SAN) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:58 | British Airways 4785 | Dallas (DFW) San Antonio (SAT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:55 | British Airways 7014 | London (LHR) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:50 | British Airways 8333 | New York (JFK) Rochester (ROC) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:40 | British Airways 6424 | Seattle (SEA) Reno (RNO) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:35 | British Airways 4137 | Hong Kong (HKG) Sydney (SYD) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:30 | British Airways 109 | London (LHR) Dubai (DXB) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:30 | British Airways 7526 | Kona (KOA) Seattle (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:15 | British Airways 4644 | Tokyo (CTS) Tokyo (HND) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202521:00 | British Airways 199 | London (LHR) Mumbai (BOM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:59 | British Airways 2994 | Portland (PDX) Seattle (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:55 | British Airways 4645 | Tokyo (HND) Tokyo (KIX) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:55 | British Airways 1742 | New York (JFK) Boston (BOS) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:46 | British Airways 5328 | (ORD) Tucson (TUS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:40 | British Airways 5130 | (ORD) Boston (BOS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:35 | British Airways 3442 | Kagoshima (KOJ) Tokyo (HND) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:10 | British Airways 239 | London (LHR) Boston (BOS) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202520:00 | British Airways 8782 | New Delhi (DEL) Mumbai (BOM) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:49 | British Airways 7545 | San Francisco (SFO) Seattle (SEA) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:45 | British Airways 8371 | Boston (BOS) West Palm Beach (PBI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:40 | British Airways 4355 | Philadelphia (PHL) West Palm Beach (PBI) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:30 | British Airways 2484 | Dallas (DFW) San Antonio (SAT) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:25 | British Airways 2365 | London (LHR) Doha (DOH) | Delayed | Claim Refund |
03.07.202519:20 | British Airways 8962 | Dublin (DUB) Leeds (LBA) | Cancelled | Claim Refund |
