Virgin Atlantic delayed
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EU law entitles you to up to €600 in compensation.
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Virgin Atlantic — Fleet Overview
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How much is Virgin Atlantic owed you?
The amount depends on your flight distance and delay length. Under EC 261/2004, fixed amounts apply.
Any Virgin Atlantic flight departing from the EU, regardless of destination.
You can claim for delayed flights up to 6 years ago in most EU countries.
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Virgin Atlantic is a British long-haul full-service carrier operating from its hub at London Heathrow, known for its distinctive brand and premium cabin offerings. The airline operates a modern widebody fleet of 42 aircraft — Airbus A330s, A350-1000s, and Boeing 787-9s — with an impressive average fleet age of just 7.9 years. Despite the modernity of its fleet, long-haul operations are inherently susceptible to delays caused by technical issues, air traffic control, and connecting passenger dependencies. Under EU regulation EC 261/2004, passengers on Virgin Atlantic flights departing from EU airports who experience delays of over 3 hours or cancellations may claim up to €600 in compensation. Long-haul delays often fall into the highest compensation bracket. EU Regulation EC 261/2004 entitles you to fixed compensation — regardless of what the airline tells you.
When can you claim?
If your Virgin Atlantic flight arrived 3+ hours late — regardless of stated reason — you may be entitled to up to €600.
Cancellations announced less than 14 days before departure trigger the same fixed compensation amounts.
If Virgin Atlantic bumped you due to a full flight, you're entitled to compensation plus a full refund or rerouting.
In most EU countries, you can claim compensation retroactively for disrupted flights up to 6 years ago.
Virgin Atlantic — Popular Routes
Routes operated by Virgin Atlantic with EU flight compensation under EC 261/2004.
Virgin Atlantic — Airports Served
Airports where Virgin Atlantic operates flights covered by EU passenger rights.