Compensation for Aer Lingus Delayed/ Cancelled Flights
If you have experienced a flight disruption and believe that you are entitled to Aer Lingus delay compensation or Aer Lingus cancellation compensation, we have got you covered. We suggest that you read the resources below, as they will help you determine if you are eligible, how much Aer Lingus compensation you are entitled to, and how to proceed with your claim with Europe's top compensation provider.
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Aer Lingus, an Irish airline, well known for being reliable and the nations clover carrier. According to FlightStats, Aer Lingus has 90% on-time performance.
Although their performance levels are great, delays and cancellations are sometimes inevitable.
Since the start of 2024, us and our partner have assisted over 270 people claim compensation from Aer Lingus with a 99% success rate. Before starting your claim with us, it is important that you understand your passenger rights and the criteria for claiming compensation.
With Flight Compensation, we make sure that everyone on your booking reference is compensated.
By Sasha Forbes (EU passenger rights expert). Last updated on 18th October 2024. Last updated on 20th October 2024.
Flight delay compensation: Aer Lingus
What are your rights?
What are your rights?
What are your rights?
If your flight departed or arrived in the EU or the UK, then you can benefit from the below rights, under :
- Meals and refreshments if your flight has been delayed for more than 2 hours.
- Two telephone calls.
- If your overall flight distance was over 1,500 km, then you have the right to claim compensation.
- If your flight has been delayed to the following day and you require a hotel to stay overnight, then Aer Lingus will cover the hotel costs and the transportation to the hotel.
- Refund for any missed connections.
What to do
What are your rights?
What are your rights?
1) Monitor for any updates on the status of your flight. Aer Lingus will notify you via email if there has been any changes to the departure time.
2) Go to the Aer Lingus counters and request a meal voucher.
3) Save all correspondences between you and the airline.
4) Save receipts for any incurred costs (refreshments , meals, hotels and transport).
5) Read through the below criteria for making a Ryanair compensation claim.
6) Click the "Start claim" button and you will be directed to the top compensation provider.
When can you claim compensation for delayed flight?
Under 2004 EU 261 Regulation, any flight that has arrived at the final destination ( in the EU or the UK) 3 hours later than the scheduled time is a delay and you have the right to claim compensation from Aer Lingus.
If your flight was delayed, due to severe weather conditions or possible security threats, you are not entitled to compensation, as these situations are out of the airlines control.
The amount of compensation you can claim from Aer Lingus is dependent on the distance of your flight,
How much compensation are you entitled to if you have had a delay with Aer Lingus?
As mentioned, the amount of compensation you can claim depends on the distance of your flight. The below amounts apply only if you arrived at your destination 3 hours later than expected.
•Flights less than 1500km ‣ you are entitled to €250 in compensation.
• Flights between 1500-3500km ‣ you are entitled to €400 in compensation.
•Flights over 3500km ‣ you are entitled to €600 in compensation.
If Aer Lingus is able to offer you re-routing your destination and your flight is more than in 3500km in distance, compensation for your Aer Lingus delayed flight will be reduced by 50%.
Remember: hotels and meal vouchers do not suffice for your flight disruption. Compensation is your legal right. Make sure that you claim everything that you are entitled to.
Aer Lingus: Refunds and compensation for cancelled flights
Your rights
Your rights
Your rights
In the event that you have faced a flight cancellation with Aer Lingus, the below rights apply to you (if your flight was cancelled 14 days before the scheduled departure date:
•you have the right to refreshments and meals
•you have the right to 2 telephone calls
•you have the right to compensation
You have the right to choose one of the below options:
•a reimbursement of the full cost of your flight ticket.
•rebooked on an alternative flight to your destination.
What to do
Your rights
Your rights
1. Do not delete any correspondence between you and Aer Lingus.
2. Monitor for any updates on your flight status.
3. Go to a Aer Lingus support desk and request a refund or ask if you can booked on the next available flight to your destination.
4. Do not throw away any receipts for meals and refreshments.
5. Check how much you can claim, based on the distance of your flight.
6. Click the “Start Claim” button.
When can you claim compensation?
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Only if you meet the below criteria, can you claim flight cancellation compensation from Aer Lingus.
•Your flight was supposed to arrive in or depart from the EU or the UK.
•Your flight was cancelled less than 14 days/2 weeks prior to your scheduled departure.
It is important to note that if you chose to be re-booked on an alterative flight to your destination and the flight arrived less than 2 hours later than the originally scheduled arrival time, your Aer Lingus compensation will be reduced by 50%.
How much Aer Lingus compensation are you entitled to?
•Flights less than 1500km ‣ you are entitled to €250 in compensation.
• Flights between 1500-3500km ‣ you are entitled to €400 in compensation.
•Flights over 3500km ‣ you are entitled to €600 in compensation.
In the event that Aer Lingus was able to book you on a alternative flight and you arrived at your destination less than 3 hours later than your originally scheduled arrival time, your compensation will be reduced by 50%.
How to claim compensation for an Aer Lingus delayed flight
These steps apply to anyone who has faced any type of flight disruption with Aer Lingus in the past 3 years and recognizes their entitlement to compensation. Every person on your booking is entitled to compensation; therefore, please make sure that you keep all flight booking references and details.
Step 1
Make sure that you are eligible to make a claim for one of the below types of flight disruptions:
•flight overbooked
•delay
•cancellation
•connection missed
•delayed baggage
In the event that your flight was disrupted due to issues outside of the airline's control, the airline cannot be held accountable.
Step 2
Collect all flight details and proof of expenses:
•Collect all the details about everyone on your booking (names, surnames), booking reference number, flight number.
•Collect any notifications sent by the airline on the cause of your Aer Lingus delay/cancellation and mention of the amount of you hours that your flight would be delayed.
•Keep all receipts from any costs you have incurred, as a result of the flight disruption. These will be refunded to you by Aer Lingus.
Step 3
Start your claim:
•Once you have confirmed that you want to proceed with your claim, click the "Start Claim" button and you will be redirected to our trusted partner, Skycop.
•You will be requested to complete their Aer Lingus claim form, which takes less than 5 minutes.
Secure your compensation for any flight disruption in the past 3 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach us at sforbesreccemarketing@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Yes, if you baggage has been delayed for a certain amount of time, you can make a claim. If you bag has been lost, you can claim € 100.
If you want to cancel your booking, you can get a refund, however, there may a an administration fee. You have the option to either receive your refund from Aer Lingus by cash or a voucher.
Go to your booking confirmation and select the fare that you chose. Request a ticket cancellation and complete a refund request form.
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