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Flight cancelled: Your right to compensation, reimbursement or a voucher

If your flight is cancelled, you are entitled to compensation, a refund or a voucher. The amount of compensation you receive depends on the length of the flight (short-haul, medium-haul or long-haul). If your flight is cancelled or delayed, you may receive compensation from the airline for the inconvenience and losses you have suffered. Other

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How to cancel my flight – your rights

It can be difficult to navigate your way through the various rights and responsibilities when it comes to cancelling a flight. There are many factors that need to be considered to ensure that you, as a consumer, are not taken advantage of. But what are your rights? In this blog article, we will shed some

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Strikes: Passenger rights in the event of delayed and canceled flights

What rights do passengers have in the event of cancelled and delayed flights? In the event of flight cancellations and delays due to strikes, passengers have certain rights. Depending on the cause of the flight problem, they may be entitled to a refund of their tickets or lump-sum compensation of between 250 and 600 euros.

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What is a boarding pass? – All info about the boarding pass

If you want to board an aircraft, you need a ticket: the boarding pass. A boarding pass is a document that entitles passengers to board the aircraft for the flight they have booked. It is comparable to a ticket and must be presented to the airline at the boarding gate. But what makes a boarding

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Flight diversion due to night flight ban: These are your rights!

Night flight ban: This situation is anything but fun. Flights are supposed to be safe, on time, and comfortable – but sometimes it happens that night flight bans are on the itinerary. Due to a night ban, your plane is no longer allowed to land at the destination airport and is diverted. This means that

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Booking flights online – What to look out for

When is the best time to book flights online? Booking flights online is a convenient way to travel quickly and easily from one place to another. However, it can sometimes be difficult to choose the right flight and keep an eye on prices. However, with the right tips, tricks, and strategies, you can ensure that

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The largest airport in the world: by passenger volume and area

In times of growing tourism and ever-advancing technological development, airports have become central transport hubs in the world. Every year, more and more people travel and each airport offers different characteristics in terms of passengers, volume, size and services. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the largest airports in the

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Lighter on a plane – what to look out for when traveling by plane

Whether or not lighters may be carried on a plane is a frequently discussed topic due to safety concerns. Flights are a great mode of transport. But sometimes flying by air can present certain challenges. These challenges can be anything from unpacking for security to finding the best ways to store your luggage. The transport

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Flying with Baby: Useful Tips and Everything Parents Need to Know

We invite you to explore our new blog post, Flying with Baby. Travelling with a baby is challenging, but it doesn’t have to be stressful. With the right preparations, parents can overcome the challenge of safely transporting their baby on a plane. This article is aimed specifically at parents who will soon be taking a

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After the holiday is before the holiday: How to get restful

For many people, a well-deserved holiday is the highlight of the entire year. In our fast-paced and stress-filled times, this is hardly surprising. After all, it’s much easier to relax far away from familiar surroundings and everyday life. But as happy as we are when the time off finally arrives, most people are distraught when

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Flight rebooking by passengers and airlines: costs and compensation

Rebooking a flight – who hasn’t experienced this? Imagine the following scenario: The long-awaited annual holiday is approaching, and you can hardly wait to finally take off for the south by plane. But then something throws a spanner in the works. For example, your child falls ill, and you have to see a doctor before

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Travel backpack on the plane: how to fly properly with a backpack

Travelling without luggage is an impossibility. However, you can sometimes limit yourself considerably when packing by thinking only of the most important things. In this case, a small travel backpack is sufficient for most people on a weekend trip. The big advantage is that you can take it with you on board the plane. This

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The 10 most helpful travel apps for a perfect holiday

Travel apps: Nowadays, there is an app for almost every aspect of life, which is supposed to make life easier. This also applies to travelling. For example, a travel app can help you book hotels and holiday homes, navigate or serve as a digital travel guide. In the following, we have taken a closer look

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Flight delay 2 hours: Claims in the event of a flight delay of 2 hours

Key Points about “Flight delay 2 hours” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Flight delay of 2 hours: Who hasn’t experienced it? You start your well-earned and long-awaited holiday, arrive at the airport, and find that your flight is delayed. This is

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Online check-in: advantages and tips

Key Points about “Online check-in “ You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Nowadays, anyone taking a flight enjoys far more comfort than just a few years ago. This is not because the seats are more comfortable or the obligatory tomato juice tastes

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Flying during thunderstorms – What should I bear in mind?

Key Points about “Flying during Thunderstorms” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Flying is undoubtedly the fastest way to travel from A to B in comfort. This is at least the case if you have to travel long distances. Some can sleep

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Best seat on the plane: tips & tricks

Key Points about “Best seat on the plane” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation The best seats on the plane: Flights can be very stressful, especially because you can hardly move your body and legs for several hours. The time can then

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Flight delay compensation deadline: What you should know

Key Points about “Flight delay compensation deadline” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Holiday time is travel time. But the dream of sun, beach, and sea can quickly turn into a real nightmare. A flight delay in particular can quickly ruin plans

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Flying while pregnant: What you need to bear in mind when travelling by air

Key Points about “Flying while pregnant” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Having a baby is always a reason for great joy. But given the new addition to the family, some people naturally ask themselves whether they should rethink certain ways of

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In which cases will I not be reimbursed for my flight ticket?

Key Points about “Are flight tickets refundable?” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation There can be many reasons why you cannot take a flight. In addition to the annoyance of not being able to fly on your well-deserved holiday, some people also

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The most useful holiday and travel gadgets

Key Points about “Travel Gadgets” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Travel gadgets – Holiday gadgets: Our 15 best travel gadgets for holidays Cool holiday gadgets are fun and make life easier. In the following table, we present the best holiday gadgets.

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Lufthansa strike – Travellers have these rights

Key Points about “Lufthansa strike” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation In the event of a strike by pilots and/or cabin crew, as in the case of Lufthansa strikes, the travellers concerned are entitled to alternative flights and, if necessary, to compensation

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Where can I find my flight number and what is it used for?

Key Points about “flight number” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Every day, almost 200,000 aircraft take to the skies worldwide to transport passengers or goods from A to B. The number of each flight is assigned a corresponding number. To keep

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Flight turbulence: How does it happen?

Key Points about “Flight Turbulence” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Flying is undoubtedly one of mankind’s greatest achievements. But although we have been able to travel to lofty heights with the help of airplanes for more than 100 years, this form

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Flight Tracking | Track Flights Online | Live!

Key Points about “Flight Tracking” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation There are many reasons for wanting to track a flight. Most certainly use this option to be able to pick up their loved ones from the airport on time. Before the

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Forgot to turn on flight mode – Will the plane crash?

Key Points about “Flight mode” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Actually, it goes without saying. On an airplane, smartphones, tablets or laptops should be switched to flight mode. Activating flight mode deactivates all wireless communication interfaces of the device, while other

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When is a flight a nonstop flight?

Key Points about “Nonstop Flight” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation In aviation, there are many different flights. There are domestic flights, continental flights, short-haul flights, long-haul flights, and also non-stop flights. But what exactly is behind the term non-stop flight, and

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Where can I find my booking number – PNR number?

Key Points about “Booking number – PNR number” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation The airline ticket is probably, next to the identity card or passport, the most important document that travelers need for their flight. It contains the name of the

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How early should you be at the airport?

Key Points about “How early should you be at the airport?” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation For most air travellers, holidays are something they look forward to for a long time. That’s why air travellers don’t want to miss their flight

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Best tips to avoid boredom in the plane

Key Points about “Tips to avoid boredom in the plane” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Many air travelers know the feeling. Takeoff and landing are still reasonably exciting, but once the plane has reached its cruising altitude and flies smoothly in

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Rebook flights: What to do? What does it cost?

Key Points about “Rebook flights” You had a flight delay or a flight cancellation? Check your rights now and increase your chances of compensation Whether you want to rebook your flight or have been involuntarily rebooked by the airline, there are a few things to consider. What you have to do to rebook your flight,

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Book cheap flights – our tips

With the end of the Corona pandemic, at least in our minds, many of us are feeling an unexpected desire to travel. Because of psychologically stressful factors such as lockdown, quarantine or even isolation, this is more than understandable. Air travel in particular is currently more popular than it has been for a long time.

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Packing suitcases made easy: Ingenious tips and checklist

Block out the stress of everyday life and be unavailable to employers for a fortnight. We all like to go on holiday. But if you want one thing, you’ll have to do other things too, for better or worse. Be honest: Do you like packing your suitcase before a trip? If so, you probably belong

Tips for environmentally friendly flying

Tips for environmentally friendly flying

The airplane is probably one of the greatest inventions of mankind. After all, flying allows us to cover long distances in a very short time. A few decades ago, travelling across the great oceans of the world was only possible for the “average Joe” by ship. Here, you were sometimes travelling for weeks until you finally

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The fastest aircraft in the world 2022

The history of aviation is lined with breathtaking inventions. Even in ancient times, people dreamed of doing the same as birds and finally being able to take off. However, several epochs of history had to pass before the famous Wright brothers were able to present the first motorized aircraft to the world at the end

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