€600 Compensation — Does My Australia–Europe Flight Qualify?
Every Australia–Europe route exceeds 3,500 km, so the long-haul tier of €600 (≈A$1,000) per passenger applies automatically when EU261 triggers. UK261 pays the equivalent £520. The only question is whether the regulation triggers — quick eligibility checklist below.
Check if your flight qualifies for compensation
Fill in the form below to find out if you can claim up to EUR 600 for a delayed or cancelled flight. No upfront cost - you pay only if you win.
Quick Eligibility Checklist
- Did your flight depart from an EU or UK airport? (LHR, CDG, FCO, FRA, AMS, HEL, IST etc.) — if yes, covered.
- Was the operating airline EU or UK? (BA, Finnair, KLM, Lufthansa, Air France, Iberia etc.) — if yes, covered.
- Was the arrival 3+ hours late, OR was the flight cancelled with under 14 days' notice, OR were you denied boarding? — if yes, eligible.
- Was the cause not extraordinary? (Technical faults, crew rostering, own-staff strikes are NOT extraordinary.) — if yes, full compensation.
Compensation Amount Table
- €600 / £520 (≈A$1,000) per passenger — every Australia–Europe route (over 3,500 km).
- Family of four: ~A$4,000.
2-Minute Eligibility Check
The fastest way is the ClaimWinger delayed-flight tool — enter flight number, date and arrival time. Instant assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my Australia–Europe flight qualify for €600?
If EU261/UK261 applies, yes. Every Australia–Europe route exceeds 3,500 km — the long-haul threshold. €600 (or £520 under UK261) per passenger is automatic when the regulation triggers. Family of four: ~A$4,000.
When does the regulation trigger?
Two conditions: (1) operating airline is EU/UK (BA, Finnair, KLM, Lufthansa, Air France etc.) → covered both ways; OR (2) departure is from EU/UK airport → covered regardless of carrier. Australia–Europe outbound on Qantas: not covered. Return on Qantas from EU/UK airport: covered.
What about delay length?
3+ hours arrival delay at final destination triggers compensation. Cancellations with under 14 days' notice (and unsuitable re-routing) trigger compensation. Denied boarding due to overbooking triggers compensation immediately.
What's €600 in Australian dollars?
Approximately A$1,000 per passenger at current exchange rates (€1 ≈ A$1.65). UK261 £520 ≈ A$1,000 (£1 ≈ A$1.92). Compensation is paid in EUR or GBP and converted to AUD by your bank.
How do I check if my flight qualifies?
Use the free 2-minute eligibility check at the ClaimWinger delayed-flight tool. Enter your flight number, date, and arrival time — instant assessment of EU261/UK261 eligibility and likely compensation.
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