Flight Diverted? Here’s What You Need to Know About Compensation

Flight Diversion Compensation: What You’re Owed and How to Claim It:

✈️ Introduction

Imagine this: you’re 20 minutes from landing when the captain announces the flight is being diverted to another airport. You're rerouted, stuck waiting, and hours behind schedule. Frustrating — and expensive.

Now you’re wondering:

Can I get compensation for a diverted flight?

Let’s break down when you're entitled to money, what your rights are, and how you can claim what you’re owed.

🚨 Why Do Flights Get Diverted?

Flights can be diverted for many reasons, including:

• Technical or mechanical issues

• Bad weather

• Airport congestion

• Medical emergencies

• Security threats

• Crew availability issues

Not all diversions lead to compensation. But if the delay was avoidable and the airline is responsible, you may be entitled to up to €600.

💸 When Are You Eligible for Compensation for a diverted flight?

Under EU Regulation 261/2004, you may be entitled to compensation if:

✅ Your flight was diverted and you arrived at your final destination 3 hours or more late ✅ The airline is at fault (e.g. crew issues, operational errors) ✅ The flight:

• Departed from an EU country

• OR arrived in the EU on an EU-based airline

💰 Compensation Amounts

Your compensation depends on the flight distance and delay:

Flight Distance	Delay at Arrival	Compensation
Up to 1,500 km	3+ hours	€250
1,500–3,500 km	3+ hours	€400
Over 3,500 km	3+ hours	€600

This is in addition to any care the airline must provide (meals, hotels, transport).

🍽️ What Airlines Must Do – Even Without Compensation

Even if the diversion isn’t their fault (e.g. weather), airlines still owe you care:

✅ Meals and refreshments ✅ Hotel accommodation (if overnight stay is required) ✅ Transport to/from hotel ✅ Alternate transportation to your final destination

These are your rights under "right to care" — regardless of compensation.

🧠 Examples: Do These Get Compensation?

Scenario	Compensation?
Diverted due to weather	❌ No
Diverted because of crew scheduling issues	✅ Yes
Flight lands 4 hours late after diversion	✅ Yes
Rerouted, but airline offers fast alternative flight	❌ Depends
Airline provides no assistance or care	✅ Care owed

Always check the final arrival delay and cause.

📄 What to Do If You’ve Been Diverted

1. Save your boarding pass, itinerary, and receipts

2. Request a written explanation from the airline if possible

3. Record your arrival time at your final destination

4. File a claim — or let a service like ClaimBeacon handle it for you

⚖️ Why Use ClaimBeacon?

Most people never claim what they’re owed. At ClaimBeacon, we:

• Handle all the paperwork

• Charge lower commission than major brands

• Work on a no win, no fee basis

• Keep you in control of your case

✅ More money in your pocket. Less stress.

✅ Conclusion

If your flight was diverted and you arrived late, don’t assume it was just bad luck. You may be legally entitled to compensation — up to €600 per passenger.

👉 [Start your claim now at ClaimBeacon.com]