Wizz Air flight compensation for infants and children.
Do infants get flight delay compensation/flight cancellation compensation?
Yes. Infants are eligible for flight compensation. Even if your infant is travelling without an assigned seat (on your lap), they have the same entitlement to compensation as you. If your flight is disrupted due to the airline’s fault while travelling with a child of any age, both you and your child can be compensated. The law protects everyone equally, and flight compensation amounts are the same for everyone.
Continue reading to understand the air passenger rights of your family.
1. Wizz Air Flight Compensation for Infants and Children: EU Regulations
When it comes to Wizz Air flight compensation for infants and children, your baby/child is eligible for compensation if your flight is delayed or cancelled due to the airline’s fault. This applies to cases of involuntary denied boarding as well.
Your child is eligible for up to 600 euros, regardless of their age.
Yes, your child can get the same compensation as you.
This applies even if your infant is travelling without an assigned seat, as they have the same rights as adults. When flying with European airlines, including Wizz Air, every passenger is protected.
Why are lap infants eligible for compensation? Because that’s the rule in Europe. If you paid any fee for your baby’s airfare and their flight was significantly delayed or cancelled, they are entitled to compensation from the airline. Even if it’s just a fraction of a full ticket price, compensation should be paid in full when due.
Children, babies, and lap infants are eligible for the same compensation amount as adults.
1.1 What Types of Wizz Air Compensation Are Children Entitled To?
Kids are entitled to the same compensation as adults.
In Europe, there are three main types of compensation:
- Flight delay compensation – if your flight is delayed by 3+ hours due to the airline’s fault;
- Flight cancellation compensation – if your flight is cancelled 0-14 days before departure due to the airline’s fault;
- Denied boarding compensation – if you are denied boarding involuntarily due to overbooking.
To learn more about these compensation types, click on the provided links.
In all cases, you can get up to 600 euros per passenger.
Your child can get up to 600 euro, too.
By Europe and EU here on this page we mean all EU Member States, the United Kingdom (UK), Guadeloupe, French Guiana, Martinique, Reunion, Mayotte, Saint Martin (French Antilles), the Azores, Madeira, the Canary Islands, Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland.
2. How to Claim Wizz Air Compensation for a Baby?
There are two ways to claim Wizz Air flight compensation for infants and children.
To claim flight compensation, you have two options: reach out to the airline directly or choose a flight compensation company. The latter is the more straightforward alternative.
When seeking compensation for a baby or child, follow the same process as you would for an adult. While travelling with your family, one individual can claim on behalf of the entire family. The best part is the fact that this one adult doesn’t have to be one of the passengers.
- When contacting the airline directly, ensure you have all your documents prepared. Be prepared to provide a clear explanation of what happened and why you believe you are entitled to compensation. Airlines might attempt to reject your claim or reduce your rightful compensation, hence it’s crucial to assert your rights and persist in seeking what you’re owed.
- Alternatively, a flight compensation company can save you time and effort by managing all airline communication for you. We suggest seeking compensation through a flight compensation company.
When choosing this option, here is all you will have to do:
And that’s it — the rest is handled by professionals.
* Your boarding pass and passport or ID copy.
2.1 How Long Does It Take to Receive Flight Compensation?
In many instances, this process lasts for at least 2-3 months.
If escalation to a national enforcement body or court becomes necessary, it can extend the timeline by at least a couple of months, sometimes up to 6 months or more. Many people choose to get help from flight compensation companies instead of the airline because of these long wait times.
Remember! Wizz Air isn’t one company. There are several companies registerd in different countries. If you are flying with Wizz Air Hungary, you are protected by Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 on all flights. With Wizz Air UK, you have almost identical rights as with Wizz Air Hungary. With Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, you have the same rights only on flights that are departing from Europe (EU, EEA, UK).
3. Wizz Air Flight Compensation Amount for Babies and Adults
Wizz Air flight compensation for infants and children equals that for adults – €250, €400, or €600 depending on flight distance.
The compensation is per person. If you are a family of four travelling on the same flight, each member is eligible for the exact same compensation.
Here’s how can you calculate the compensation amount (per person):
When your destination is within the EU:
€250
If the distance of your flight is
up to 1500 km
€400
If the distance of your flight is between 1500 – 3500 km
When your destination is outside the EU:
€250
If the distance of your flight is
up to 1500 km
€400
If the distance of your flight is between 1500 – 3500 km
€600
If the distance of your flight is more than 3500 km
3.1 Wizz Air Voucher as Compensation. Can You Request Monetary Compensation?
Instead of compensation, you and your family may be offered a voucher as an alternative.
Keep in mind, that you’re not obligated to accept vouchers or coupons unless you prefer having one. Typically, in the EU and UK, airline compensation and refunds must be provided in cash or via bank transfer.
4. Extraordinary Circumstances: Can Your Baby Get Compensation from Wizz Air?
There are situations when you and your child won’t be entitled to compensation.
If your flight is delayed or cancelled because of severe weather or security concerns, you won’t receive EU flight compensation from Wizz Air. When it comes to airport strikes, remember that not all of them are viewed the same way. If that’s a Wizz Air staff strike, it’s their responsibility and fault. If it’s an airport staff strike it’s considered an extraordinary circumstance.
Additionally, keep in mind that airlines don’t always provide complete transparency.
When in doubt, double-check what you’re told.
For instance, aircraft technical issues aren’t usually seen as extraordinary, unless there’s a hidden manufacturing defect. If your flight is delayed or cancelled for technical reasons, you have the right to request compensation. Alternatively, you can seek assistance from a flight compensation company to ensure you’re not being misled. These companies can review your flight details and file for compensation on your behalf.
Just fill in our claim form, and our partners will do that for you.
5. Right to Care for Babies and Children
Just like adults, babies and kids have a right to care.
Should you and your children ever become stranded at the airport, there are regulations in place to offer assistance. EC Regulation 261/2004 offers safeguards for passengers dealing with extended delays, sudden cancellations, and denied boarding.
Airlines are required to offer care services if your wait exceeds three hours in the airport terminal.
If your Wizz Air flight is delayed, cancelled or overbooked, the airline must provide you with complimentary meals and beverages based on the duration of your wait. Should an overnight stay be required, Wizz Air must offer you free accommodation and free transportation to that place and back.
The whole family can receive meals and a free hotel stays.
Do you have more questions about Wizz Air flight compensation for infants and children? Ask in the comments.
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