Does American Airlines Compensate for Delayed Baggage?

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Does American Airlines Compensate for Delayed Baggage?

 

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Baggage that’s late is a different process from flight delays. Here’s how to claim compensation and what to expect.

What to do at the airport

• Immediately report missing/delayed baggage at the American Airlines baggage desk and complete a Property Irregularity Report (PIR).
• Get a copy of the report and the reference number.

How to file a claim

• Use American’s baggage claim form online or file in person.
• Keep receipts for essentials (toothbrush, clothes) you buy while waiting — those are reimbursable up to policy limits.

Reimbursement amounts & rules

• Domestic U.S.: DOT liability rules apply; typical reimbursement caps are generous but variable — keep receipts.
• International: Montreal Convention sets liability limits (often converted into SDRs; varies by country).

Timeframes

• Many airlines deliver delayed bags within 24–48 hours for domestic flights; international recovery can take longer.
• File promptly — delays in filing can reduce reimbursement chances.

Internal link suggestions

• How to Get Compensation or Refund for a Delayed American Airlines Flight

AirHelp note
AirHelp focuses on flight delay/cancellation compensation (EC 261 etc.), not baggage logistics. For flight-delay claims that led to baggage disruption, check both American’s baggage claim process and AirHelp for any eligible flight compensation:.