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Alicante to Athens flight compensation

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

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Quick facts

Route
Alicante → Athens
Origin airport
Alicante Airport (ALC)
Destination airport
Athens International Airport (ATH)
Countries
Spain → Greece

About Alicante to Athens

Flights from Alicante to Athens connect Alicante Airport in Spain with Athens International Airport in Greece. Depending on the airline, route, delay length and reason for the disruption, passengers may be protected by EU261 or UK261 when flights are delayed, cancelled or disrupted.

How much compensation can you receive?

The amount of compensation depends on the flight distance and the length of the delay at arrival. Eligible passengers may receive between €250 and €600.

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 flying from Alicante Airport to Athens International Airport may have the right to compensation when the flight arrives at least three hours late, is cancelled at short notice, or causes a missed connection, as long as the disruption was within the airline's control.

Official sources

Regulation (EC) No 261/2004

European regulation establishing common rules on compensation and assistance to passengers.

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European Union
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EU Air Passenger Rights Interpretative Guidelines

European Commission guidance explaining how EU passenger-rights rules should be interpreted and applied.

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European Commission
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When are you entitled to compensation?

To qualify for compensation, the flight disruption must normally be within the airline's control. Delays caused by technical issues, operational problems or crew shortages may qualify, while extraordinary circumstances such as severe weather, airport restrictions or air traffic control decisions may not.

Alicante to Athens compensation statistics

The statistics below provide an overview of passenger compensation rules and help explain when compensation may apply.

ALC → ATH
Route

Alicante Airport to Athens International Airport.

€600
Maximum compensation

Per passenger when the route and disruption qualify under EU261 or UK261.

3h+
Delay threshold

Compensation normally requires an arrival delay of at least three hours.

What happens after you submit your claim?

After you submit your claim, FlightClaimly reviews your information, prepares the claim and follows up with the airline throughout the 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 Alicante to Athens 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 from Alicante to Athens?

You may be entitled to compensation if your flight from Alicante Airport to Athens International Airport arrived at least three hours late and the disruption was within the airline's control. Eligibility depends on the operating airline, the reason for the delay and whether EU261 or UK261 applies.

How much compensation can I receive for the Alicante to Athens route?

Eligible passengers may receive between €250 and €600. The final amount depends primarily on the flight distance, the arrival delay and the rules that apply to the journey.

Does EU261 apply to flights from Spain to Greece?

EU261 may apply depending on where the flight departed, where it arrived and which airline operated the flight. FlightClaimly checks the route and operating airline when assessing your case.

Can I claim if my Alicante to Athens flight was cancelled?

You may have a claim if the airline cancelled the flight at short notice and the cancellation was not caused by extraordinary circumstances. The alternative transport and notice provided by the airline can also affect eligibility.

What documents do I need for a Alicante to Athens compensation claim?

You should normally keep your booking confirmation, flight details, passenger information and any messages received from the airline about the disruption. Additional documents may be requested while the claim is reviewed.

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Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

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Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Malaga Airport (AGP)

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Malaga Airport (AGP) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Porto Airport (OPO)

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Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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Bristol Airport (BRS) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Hamburg → Alicante

Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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London Stansted Airport (STN) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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Malta International Airport (MLA) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Newcastle → Alicante

Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Palma → Alicante

Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Porto → Alicante

Porto Airport (OPO) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Geneva Airport (GVA)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Larnaca International Airport (LCA)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

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Alicante Airport (ALC) to Riga International Airport (RIX)

Budapest → Alicante

Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Geneva → Alicante

Geneva Airport (GVA) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Larnaca → Alicante

Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Lyon → Alicante

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Marseille → Alicante

Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Nice → Alicante

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Prague → Alicante

Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

Riga → Alicante

Riga International Airport (RIX) to Alicante Airport (ALC)

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