Strike in France

If your flight was disrupted or cancelled because of the strike in France, it’s understandable that you want clarity about your rights. Although such disruptions can have major consequences, compensation is not guaranteed in every situation.

Our team is ready to guide you through what you can claim and to assist with any questions you might have.

Strike in France, how about compensation?

If the airline had the ability to prevent the strike and didn’t take the necessary steps, you might qualify for compensation. This applies, for example, when the strike involves the airline’s own staff, whether cabin crew, pilots, or ground employees.

In short, if the disruption results from a strike the airline could have avoided, the carrier may be held responsible and compensation may be owed.

Latest news on the strike in France

Here you can read the latest news about today’s strike at France. You will also find information about previous strikes.

Why you may not be eligible for compensation due to the strike in France

Although strikes can lead to significant travel disruption, submitting a compensation claim is often unsuccessful. When you book a ticket, you enter into an agreement with the airline to transport you from A to B.

If they are unable to fulfil this due to circumstances they cannot influence, such as a strike, compensation does not apply.

Why you might not be eligible for compensation during a strike in France

You are not entitled to compensation if the strike was caused by personnel other than the airline’s own personnel. For example:

• air traffic control
• security personnel
• baggage handlers
• other ground personnel

Strike in France? This is what you are entitled to

If the airline has taken reasonable steps to limit the effects of the strike, you won’t qualify for compensation. That said, you should never be left without support. When your delay exceeds two hours, the carrier must provide care.

This includes offering meals and refreshments, and if the delay continues into the night, they must arrange a hotel stay. Should the airline neglect these obligations, you may organise these services yourself and later request a refund by submitting your receipts.

Compensation for delayed or canceled flights

If your France flight is delayed upon arrival for more than 3 hours, and the airline is responsible, you may be eligible for compensation. The amount you receive will vary depending on the distance traveled.

For flights shorter than 1500 km, you can receive €250 per ticket, and for flights over 3500 km, the amount increases to €600 per ticket.

Compensation for delayed or canceled flights

If you reach your destination more than three hours later than planned and the airline is at fault, you could qualify for compensation. The exact amount depends on the flight distance: for routes under 1,500 km, compensation is €250 per passenger, while long-haul flights over 3,500 km can yield up to €600 per ticket.

Do you qualify for compensation?

Want to know if the disruption caused by the strike France today makes you eligible for compensation? The EUclaim database instantly checks your flight by simply entering your travel date and flight number.

If you qualify, you can submit your claim right away. With a success rate of 97%, we’ll make sure you receive the compensation you’re entitled to.