Stalemate in the EU Regarding Compensation for Delayed Flights

January 26, 2026

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Brussels – On Wednesday, the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly, with 632 in favor and 15 against, to maintain its stance that air passengers should receive compensation for delays of three hours. In contrast, EU member states continue to advocate for a threshold of four to six hours before compensation is required from airlines.

This disagreement is likely to lead to the establishment of a conciliation committee later this year, a rarely used procedure within the EU framework.

Additionally, the Parliament is advocating for the right to board with both a small backpack or laptop bag and one piece of hand luggage weighing up to seven kilograms at no extra cost.

“Currently, airlines make it increasingly difficult for passengers to reclaim their funds. This is unacceptable,” stated Swedish member Johan Danielsson (Social Democrats) in a press release.

(21 January)

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dez bonbon

January 26, 2026

Just what we needed, another classic EU standoff over whether to chuck a few euros at poor souls stranded for three hours—because clearly waiting in an airport is the epitome of European sophistication! 😂✈️

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lightweight

January 26, 2026

Seems like the EU is as quick to resolve flight delays as a snail on holiday. Can’t wait for the conciliation committee to take a coffee break and finally come to a decision! 😂✈️

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Cali Yacht

January 26, 2026

Oh, fantastic! Just what we needed – more delays in compensation while the EU plays a game of ‘how long can we keep passengers waiting’ 🤷‍♂️. Let’s just hope they can agree before we all need a holiday to recover from the waiting! 💤✈️

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Toe

January 26, 2026

Looks like the EU’s got its priorities straight—keeping us all waiting an extra hour for our precious compensation! Who knew the real thrill of air travel was playing the waiting game? 😂✈️

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Runway Darling

January 26, 2026

Seems like the EU’s playing a lovely game of “who can make life harder for travelers,” while they debate if a three-hour delay deserves a cuppa compensation or just a good old-fashioned shrug. 😂✈️ Bravo, gents!

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Plegasus

January 26, 2026

Looks like the EU is really committed to making sure we all get our pennies back after waiting at the airport like it’s the trendy new sport. 🤷‍♂️ Next up: a committee to decide if a delay of 3 hours means you get a croissant or just a sad, soggy sandwich. 🥪😏

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new cycle

January 26, 2026

Oh, lovely! Just what we need, a thrilling game of “Who Wants to Be a Delayed Passenger?” I can hardly wait for the next round of negotiations—because clearly, three hours isn’t enough to cultivate our patience, right? 😂✈️

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