Delayed flight compensation in Romania: your EU 261 rights from 3 hours onward
Delayed flight compensation in Romania: 250 to 600 euro under EU 261 from 3 hours late, duty of care, ANPC and AACR escalation, plus the 3-year prescription rule.
Air passenger rights · EU 261/2004
Your EU 261 rights when flights are delayed or cancelled
EU Regulation 261/2004 entitles you to compensation, assistance and a refund when your flight is disrupted. Here is what the law says — and how to claim what you are owed.
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