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VS4060 flight compensation

Virgin Atlantic flight VS4060 is a scheduled service operating from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport.

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Quick facts

Flight number
VS4060
Airline
VS
ICAO airline code
VIR
Origin airport
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport
Destination airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Distance category
Long-haul
EU261 protection
No
UK261 protection
No
Aircraft
A339
Schedule snapshot
2 Sept 2026, 00:45 – 2 Sept 2026, 10:30

About VS4060

Passengers travelling on Virgin Atlantic flight VS4060 between Seattle and Amsterdam may be entitled to compensation if the flight was delayed, cancelled or heavily disrupted.

How much compensation can you receive?

Passengers on VS4060 may be entitled to compensation depending on the route, disruption and final arrival delay.

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

Passenger-rights protection for VS4060 depends on the departure airport, destination, operating airline and circumstances of the disruption.

When are you entitled to compensation?

Eligible passengers travelling on VS4060 may receive compensation when the disruption was within the airline's control and the legal requirements for the Seattle to Amsterdam route are met.

VS4060 compensation statistics

The statistics below summarise the passenger-rights framework that may apply to VS4060.

€600
Maximum compensation

Per passenger under EU261.

3h+
Delay threshold

Arrival delay normally required.

EU261
Coverage

Applies on eligible European flights.

What happens after you submit your claim?

Once your VS4060 claim has been submitted, FlightClaimly guides you through the compensation process.

  1. 1

    Submit your claim

    You check your flight, add your passenger details and upload the documents needed to start the case.

  2. 2

    FlightClaimly reviews the case

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

  3. 3

    The airline responds

    The airline 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 VS4060 disruption types

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.

Virgin Atlantic (VS)
Seattle (SEA) → Amsterdam (AMS)
approx. 7,840 km · Long-haul (over 3,500 km)
€600 (EU261) or £520 (UK261), depending on the airline · EU261 or UK261 depending on the airline · A339 · London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

VS 4060 (VS4060) is sold by Virgin Atlantic. On a codeshare another airline may operate the flight, and the operating airline determines which rules apply.

VS4060 departs from United States and lands in Netherlands. If Virgin Atlantic also operates the flight, UK261 may apply, as Virgin Atlantic is a UK airline. If another airline operates it, that airline decides.

With about 7,840 km between SEA and AMS (long-haul (over 3,500 km)), compensation may be €600 (EU261) or £520 (UK261), depending on the airline, if you are entitled to it. All amounts

Does EU261 apply to Virgin Atlantic flight VS 4060?

It depends on the operating airline. If Virgin Atlantic operates the flight, UK261 may apply, as Virgin Atlantic is a UK airline.

Who operates Virgin Atlantic flight VS 4060?

In our data, Virgin Atlantic is the airline selling VS4060. Who actually operates the flight is shown on your ticket or booking confirmation.

Was VS 4060 part of a connecting flight? How is compensation calculated?

Your booking shows this, not the flight number. If VS4060 was part of a connecting journey on one booking, distance is counted from the first departure airport to the final destination, and the delay is counted on arrival at the final destination. The distance band (short-, medium- or long-haul) follows that distance and may then differ from this leg (€600 (EU261) or £520 (UK261), depending on the airline).

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