Does Southwest Compensate for Delayed Flights?
- Thread starter sanakhan
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This is one of the most common questions travelers ask. Here’s the truth: in the U.S., airlines don’t legally owe compensation for delays—but in Europe, the rules are very different.
Southwest’s Delay Compensation Policy
Types of Compensation
[How to Get a Refund from Southwest Airlines]
How to Claim Compensation
FAQs
Final Note
Don’t miss out on money you’re entitled to. Many Southwest travelers on international flights qualify for compensation they never claim. AirHelp makes the process simple.
Southwest’s Delay Compensation Policy
- Domestic flights → No legal compensation, but you may get vouchers.
- International/EU flights → Protected under EC 261: up to €600 for 3+ hour delays.
Types of Compensation
- Travel credits or vouchers.
- Meal or hotel accommodations.
- Full refunds if the flight is cancelled.
[How to Get a Refund from Southwest Airlines]
How to Claim Compensation
- Save your boarding pass and receipts.
- Contact customer service.
- For EU/UK flights, AirHelp can handle everything—risk free.
FAQs
- Does Southwest give vouchers for delays? → Yes, in some cases.
- Does Southwest compensate for weather delays? → No airline does; weather is outside control.
Final Note
Don’t miss out on money you’re entitled to. Many Southwest travelers on international flights qualify for compensation they never claim. AirHelp makes the process simple.
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