Thousands of passengers hit by cancelled flights at two of UK’s top airports
PASSENGERS flying from an island airport have been warned to expect long queues this weekend amid the school holiday rush.But the airport promises staff will be on hand to ensure people get to their flight quickly.Passengers who need to book assisted travel were asked to contact their airline before getting to Jersey Airport.Airport, we advise all passengers departing London Stansted to please arrive at the airport with extra time to allow for delays in security.
"We regret any inconvenience caused to passengers by these extended security queues, which are completely outside of Ryanair's control."The budget airline’s warning comes amid ongoing chaos due to European Air Traffic Control staff shortages. Ryanair Group carried a whopping 183.7 million passengers in 2024, up nine percent from 168.6 million the year before, and an incredible 23.6 percent above the 148.6 million passengers carried in 2020-21.Flight compensation rulesUnder UK law, airlines have to provide compensation if your flight arrives at its destination more than three hours late.
But if travelling is essential, then your airline has to find you an alternative flight. This could even be with another airline.The airline doesn't have to give you a refund if the flight was cancelled due to reasons beyond their control, such as extreme weather.
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