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Air Passenger Rights 2026: What You Get for a Delayed, Cancelled or Overbooked Flight (DOT, EU261 and What Changed)

A delayed, cancelled or overbooked flight usually triggers a right to a cash refund or compensation, but most travelers never claim it. In the US, the Department of Transportation rules in force since 2024-2025 require an automatic cash refund when a flight is cancelled or significantly changed. In Europe, EU261 pays a fixed €250 to €600 for a delay over three hours or a cancellation without 14 days' notice. This guide shows how much you get, when the airline can escape, how to claim without a lawyer and the deadline for each request in 2026.

Curadoria Voyspark · Jun 02