EU approves new airline passenger rights including €500 compensation for flight delays

Passengers will get up to €500 for long delays, fairer rerouting rules, and protection from unfair airline policies

Passengers informed of cancellations less than two weeks before departure will also be entitled to compensation. Picture: Dan Linehan

A sweeping update to airline passenger rights, including compensation of up to €500 for flight delays, has been approved by EU transport ministers.

More than 30 new or strengthened rights have been agreed, including revisions to regulations on air passenger rights and airline liability—covering everything from booking to meals, delays, and cancellations.