American Airlines Refund & Compensation Guide
American Airlines flight delay compensation. American Airlines flight cancellation compensation. Learn how to get full refund from American Airlines, refund policy specifics and how to claim American Airlines compensation online.
Regulations EC261 / UK261
American Airlines is a full-service traditional airline based in the US. On its flights from European airports, the airline has to follow European laws and regulations. There are two regulations that apply to American Airlines flights departing from European airports — the EU Regulation EC261 and its UK counterpart, UK261. If your flight is delayed, cancelled or overbooked, you might be entitled to EU or UK flight compensation. Don’t forget to file a claim!
EU and UK air passenger rights laws are practically identical.
Have You Experienced Any of This?
Flight Delay
Flight Cancellation
Denied Boarding
American Airlines Flight Delay Compensation
ELIGIBILITY:
all passengers (includes infants)
If your American Airlines flight lands at your destination airport 3+ hours later than scheduled, and this delay is due to American Airlines’s fault, you might be entitled to EU or UK flight delay compensation of up to 600 euro. For example, technical problems with the aircraft or staffing shortages are considered the airline’ s fault (and you can get compensation from AA).
American Airlines Refund For Cancellation
ELIGIBILITY:
all passengers (includes infants)
Every time American Airlines cancels their flight, they must offer you a choice between a new flight to your destination and full refund. You can choose either — whatever suits your travel plans best. These rules apply to AA flights departing from Europe. If your flight is cancelled less than 2 weeks before departure, you might be entitled to EU / UK flight cancellation compensation, too.
How Much Can You Claim?
€250
SHORT-HAUL FLIGHTS
Up to 1,500 km
€400
MEDIUM-HAUL FLIGHTS
1,500 – 3,500 km
€600
LONG-HAUL FLIGHTS
More than 3,500 km