Missed connecting flight – your right to compensation and assistance

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Missat anslutningsflyg – din rätt till ersättning och hjälp - Engelska

When you miss your connecting flight, you may be entitled to compensation and help from the airline. Find out how much compensation you may claim and what you can do if the airline refuses your claims.

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Missed connection – what you need to know

  • What you are entitled to depends on whether you traveled with a single booking or with separate tickets.

  • If you traveled with a single booking and missed the flight due to the airline, you may be entitled to rebooking, food and accommodation. You may also be entitled to financial compensation.

Find out your rights

Your rights depend on the type of ticket you have and the reason why you missed your connection. Start by answering the question to get information about how you can proceed.

Granskad: 2 juni 2025

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