Refunds, Reimbursement, and Compensation: Qatar Airways
"We apologize for the inconvenience" is a typical response from airlines when a flight is delayed or cancelled. But for European departures at least you might be able to get your money back as well as claim flight delay or Qatar Airways cancellation compensation under a law known as EC 261. In some circumstances, you could be owed as much as $650 (€600) per person, in addition to a full refund of your flight ticket.
Find out how much Qatar Airways flight compensation you're owed.
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Qatar Airways Flight Cancellation Compensation
While Qatar Airways isn't a European airline, whenever they fly in Europe they comply with European regulations. That is good news for any passenger affected by a flight cancellation, as a last-minute cancellation of a European departure may entitle them to a fair Qatar Airways compensation payout.
With any Qatar Airways flight cancellation, you'll be offered an alternative flight to your destination, or you can get your money back with a full refund if that's what you'd prefer. But in addition, if your flight was cancelled less than 14 days before you were due to depart a European airport, EU laws say passengers may be entitled to up to $650 per person in compensation.
If Qatar Airways was able to offer you an alternative flight that would land at a very similar time to your original, they won't have to pay you compensation. They would also be exempt from paying compensation if there were extraordinary circumstances which made the cancellation necessary. That means anything that is beyond the airline's control, for example, bad weather, a medical emergency, or some form of disruptive event affecting the airport.
Because there are these exceptions, the easiest way to check if you're owed Qatar Airways cancelled flight compensation is to use our free compensation calculator.
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Qatar Airways Flight Delay Compensation
If you've been on a late flight departing from a European airport, it's worth checking if you're owed Qatar Airways flight delay compensation. That's because under EU law, flights that are delayed by 3 hours or more might be eligible for up to $650 per person in compensation from their airline.
It doesn't matter where you were flying to — what does matter is your arrival time. For compensation, it is the time that you arrived in your destination that's significant, not the time that you took off. So even if you technically departed on time, if you arrived at your destination more than 3 hours late, you may be eligible for compensation.
One important exclusion is for those Qatar Airways flight delays that are caused by extraordinary circumstances. This refers to situations that are outside of the airline's control. Common examples are delays caused by bad weather or an air traffic control strike. Because the airline cannot prevent these delays, they shouldn't have to pay compensation for them.
But if the delay is due to something they can control — such as a strike by Qatar Airways staff, or a maintenance issue, you're entitled to make a flight delay compensation Qatar Airways claim.
Claim up to $650 in compensation if your flight has been delayed, cancelled, or overbooked within the last 3 years.
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What's Covered Under EU Air Passenger Rights?
Europe's air passenger rights, EC 261, are among the most comprehensive in the world. They are designed to ensure airlines like Qatar Airways take appropriate care of their passengers and compensate passengers fairly when their journeys are disrupted by flight delays, cancellations, or overbookings.
All passengers on a flight departing from a European airport are covered by EC 261. However, as Qatar Airways is not a European airline, they do not need to pay EC 261 compensation when they are flying outside of Europe, or even on flights to Europe if the departure airport is outside the EU.
Which Qatar Airways Flights are Covered by EC 261?
Covered by EC 261 | |
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Flights departing EU airports | ✔️ Yes |
Flights arriving at EU airports | ❌ No |
How Much Qatar Airways Flight Compensation?
Distance | Compensation |
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All flights under 1,500 km | Up to $270 per person |
Internal EU flights over 1,500 km | Up to $430 per person |
Non-internal EU flights between 1,500 - 3,500 km | Up to $430 per person |
Non-internal EU flights over 3,500 km | Up to €600 per person |
Table shows values in € as specified in EC 261
All paying passengers are treated equally by EC 261. It doesn't matter where a passenger is from, whether they are an adult or a child, or how much they paid for their ticket — the compensation amounts are the same.
As you might expect with any law, there are exceptions and special circumstances that can affect how much compensation is owed in every individual case. AirHelp makes it simple to check what you’re owed with our free compensation calculator.
Can I get a refund and compensation if my Qatar Airways flight was cancelled due to coronavirus?
Generally, no — you can only get a refund for your flight ticket after a cancellation as coronavirus is an extraordinary circumstance and therefore is not eligible for compensation.
About Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways is a world-renowned airline that offers exceptional service, comfort, and convenience to travelers worldwide. With a fleet of over 200 aircraft and an extensive network of destinations, Qatar Airways connects passengers to all corners of the globe. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, Qatar Airways ensures a seamless and stress-free experience from start to finish, with excellent in-flight amenities, award-winning cuisine, and unparalleled customer service. As a member of the oneworld alliance, Qatar Airways also offers seamless connectivity to over 1,000 destinations worldwide. Book your next flight with Qatar Airways and experience the world-class service that sets us apart. Contact Information: - Website: www.qatarairways.com - Customer Service: 1-877-777-2827 - Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube
Recent delays and cancellations
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12/21/2024 | 3:55 PM | BA379 | British Airways | Toulouse (TLS) London (LHR) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 3:50 PM | B61118 | JetBlue Airways Corporation | New York (JFK) Boston (BOS) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 3:15 PM | BA1486 | British Airways | London (LHR) Glasgow (GLA) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 2:30 PM | BA731 | British Airways | Geneva (GVA) London (LHR) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 1:37 PM | B61117 | JetBlue Airways Corporation | Boston (BOS) New York (JFK) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 1:30 PM | LA3073 | Latam Airlines Group | Porto Seguro (BPS) São Paulo (GRU) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 1:23 PM | B6254 | JetBlue Airways Corporation | West Palm Beach (PBI) New York (JFK) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 1:20 PM | BA378 | British Airways | London (LHR) Toulouse (TLS) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 12:10 PM | EI159 | Aer Lingus | London (LHR) Dublin (DUB) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
12/21/2024 | 11:50 AM | BA730 | British Airways | London (LHR) Geneva (GVA) | Canceled | Check Compensation |
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BA379
•British Airways
Toulouse
••London
TLS
LHR
Check Compensation12/21/2024
3:55 PM
- Canceled
B61118
•JetBlue Airways Corporation
New York
••Boston
JFK
BOS
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3:50 PM
- Canceled
BA1486
•British Airways
London
••Glasgow
LHR
GLA
Check Compensation12/21/2024
3:15 PM
- Canceled
BA731
•British Airways
Geneva
••London
GVA
LHR
Check Compensation12/21/2024
2:30 PM
- Canceled
B61117
•JetBlue Airways Corporation
Boston
••New York
BOS
JFK
Check Compensation12/21/2024
1:37 PM
- Canceled
LA3073
•Latam Airlines Group
Porto Seguro
••São Paulo
BPS
GRU
Check Compensation12/21/2024
1:30 PM
- Canceled
B6254
•JetBlue Airways Corporation
West Palm Beach
••New York
PBI
JFK
Check Compensation12/21/2024
1:23 PM
- Canceled
BA378
•British Airways
London
••Toulouse
LHR
TLS
Check Compensation12/21/2024
1:20 PM
- Canceled
EI159
•Aer Lingus
London
••Dublin
LHR
DUB
Check Compensation12/21/2024
12:10 PM
- Canceled
BA730
•British Airways
London
••Geneva
LHR
GVA
Check Compensation12/21/2024
11:50 AM
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