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Volotea flight compensation

If your Volotea flight was delayed, cancelled, or caused you to miss a connection, you may be entitled to compensation under EU261. FlightClaimly helps you check your case and handle the claim process.

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Quick facts

Airline
Volotea
IATA-kod
V7
ICAO-kod
VOE
Country
Spain
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
Founded
2011
Main hub
Asturias Airport (OVD)
Fleet size
41
Destinations
110

About Volotea

Volotea is a Spanish low-cost airline founded in 2011, specializing in direct flights between small and medium-sized European cities. The airline operates an extensive network across Southern and Western Europe and, as an EU airline, eligible Volotea flights are covered by EU261, allowing passengers to claim compensation for qualifying delays and cancellations.

How much compensation can you receive?

Eligible passengers may receive between €250 and €600 depending on the flight distance and the circumstances of the disruption.

Up to 1,500 km
€250
Short-haul flights
1,500–3,500 km
€400
Medium-haul flights
Over 3,500 km
€600
Long-haul flights

Passenger rights under EU261

Passengers may have the right to compensation under EU261 when their Volotea flight arrives at least three hours late, is cancelled at short notice or results in a missed connection, provided the disruption was within the airline's control.

When are you entitled to compensation?

EU261 applies to Volotea flights departing from the EU or EEA, as well as eligible Volotea-operated flights arriving in the EU from third countries because Volotea is an EU airline.

Volotea compensation statistics

The statistics below provide an overview of passenger compensation under EU261.

€600
Maximum compensation

Per passenger under EU261.

3h+
Delay threshold

Arrival delay normally required.

EU261
Coverage

Applies on eligible flights.

What happens after you submit your claim?

After you submit your claim, FlightClaimly reviews your information, prepares the claim and follows up with Volotea throughout the process.

  1. 1

    Submit your claim

    You check your flight, add your passenger details and upload the required documents.

  2. 2

    FlightClaimly reviews the case

    We review the information and prepare the claim before contacting the airline.

  3. 3

    The airline responds

    Volotea reviews the claim and may approve, reject or request additional information.

  4. 4

    You receive your payout

    If the claim is successful, FlightClaimly helps complete the payout process.

How the claim process works

  1. 1Check your flight details and tell us what happened.
  2. 2Confirm whether the disruption may qualify under EU261 or UK261.
  3. 3Add your passenger details and booking reference.
  4. 4Sign the authority form so FlightClaimly can handle the claim.
  5. 5Upload your supporting documents.
  6. 6FlightClaimly submits the claim and follows up with the airline.

Common Volotea disruption types

  • Flight delayed more than 3 hours
  • Flight cancelled
  • Missed connection
  • Denied boarding
  • Technical problems
  • Operational disruption
  • Crew shortage
  • Strike
  • Bad weather

Frequently asked questions

Can I claim compensation for a delayed flight?

Yes. If your flight arrived at least three hours late and the disruption was within the airline's control, you may be entitled to compensation under EU261 or UK261.

How much compensation can I receive?

Depending on the flight distance and the circumstances, you may be entitled to €250, €400 or €600 per passenger.

What documents do I need?

Usually your booking confirmation or boarding pass is enough to get started. In some cases we may request additional documentation.

How long does the claim process take?

Every airline is different. Some claims are resolved within a few weeks, while others may take several months if they are disputed.

Do I pay anything upfront?

No. FlightClaimly works on a no win, no fee basis. You only pay if we successfully recover compensation for you.

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