Virgin Atlantic delay compensation
Virgin Atlantic UK and EU departures are covered by UK261/EU261. Leisure and transatlantic routes are common claim sources.
Tips for Virgin Atlantic claims
- Heathrow and Manchester departures on Virgin are typical UK261 cases.
- Virgin may offer vouchers - you can still pursue fixed compensation.
- Delta codeshares: claim against the airline that operated the disrupted flight where rules apply.
Compensation amounts
On qualifying routes, fixed compensation is typically €250 (short haul), €400 (medium), or €600 (long haul) per passenger when arrival delay is 3+ hours and extraordinary circumstances do not apply. Estimate yours with the calculator or read how to claim.
Related situations
Missed connections, cancellations, denied boarding, and extraordinary circumstances - see our scenario guides.
Claim Virgin Atlantic delay compensation
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