Was your flight delayed or cancelled due to a Lufthansa strike?
You may be legally entitled to up to €600 in compensation under EU Regulation 261/2004, depending on who went on strike and how Lufthansa handled the situation. This applies even if you were offered a rebooking, voucher, or refund your rights go beyond basic reimbursement, and you can still submit a flight compensation claim if certain conditions are met.
Can you claim compensation for a Lufthansa strike?
Yes — but it depends on the type of strike.
Under EU Regulation 261/2004, you can claim up to €600 if:
- The strike was within Lufthansa ´s control (e.g., pilot or cabin crew strike)
- Your flight was delayed 3+ hours, cancelled with short notice, or you were denied boarding
- You had a valid booking and checked in on time
- Lufthansa didn’t inform you at least 14 days before the cancellation
Who went on strike - does it matter?
Yes. Whether or not you can claim depends on who organized the strike:
- Lufthansa staff ( pilots, cabin crew)
- Lufthansa ground crew
- Airport staff
- Air Traffic Control
- General national or sectoral strik
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Airline is responsible for its own staff
Airline responds for employees
Outside airline’s control
Managed by state, not the airline
Political or external, not airline
Examples of issues that give you compensation
Flight operational issues
Cancellation due to a problem related to the crew's planning (i.e. illness or overtime), documents, cargo or fuel loading, etc.
Flight technical issues
The most frequent argument that airlines provide - something is broken on the plane and needs to be repaired. Includes de-icing and accidents like bird or stairs strike, blown tire, etc.
Flight rotation issues
Lufthansa cancelled the flight due to previous delays or cancellations that hindered the normal operation of aircraft.
Strikes
Problems due to strikes inside Lufthansa.
More about Lufthansa
Lufthansa is Germany’s flag carrier and a foundational member of the Star Alliance. As of 2025, the Lufthansa Group served approximately 131 million passengers in 2024, making it the second-largest European airline by passenger numbers. In that year, the Group achieved a record revenue of €37.6 billion, though operating profit (Adjusted EBIT) declined to €1.6 billion.
Despite its scale and legacy, Lufthansa also faces notable operational disruptions. In 2024, it had a cancellation rate near 2.9%, one of the highest among European legacy carriers. Delay rates were similarly elevated, with approximately 27% of its flights delayed—averaging around 50 minutes per delay.
These figures reveal that even major established airlines like Lufthansa are not immune to systemic pressures—meaning you may well be eligible for compensation under EU Regulation 261/2004.
How much can you claim?
The amount of flight claim compensation you receive depends on the distance of your flight and can be €250, €400, or €600. You can also claim for care expenses with food, transport and accommodation as well as a refund of the alternative flight.
250€
Up to 1500 km
400€
From 1500 km to 3500 km
600€
More than 3500 km
How to claim Flight Compensation Step-by-Step
Claiming your airline strike compensation with AireClaim is quick and simple:
1. Complete your flight compensation form
- Enter your departure airport and final destination.
- Indicate if you had connecting flights.
2. Add your disruption details
- Select the type of disruption (delay, cancellation, missed connection).
- Enter the scheduled and actual arrival times.
3. Provide the reason for the disruption (if known)
4. Review and submit
- We’ll analyse your case, contact Lufthansa, and handle all the paperwork at no upfront cost.
Our process covers all types of air travel disruptions from cancellations to flight delays and missed flights — ensuring you get the compensation you’re entitled to.
You can start your claim now using our secure online form.
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FAQs About Lufthansa Strike Compensation
Airlines have the ability to complicate compensation claims, delaying or rejecting them and making the process irritating.
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You can still claim your flight delay compensation if:
- The initial delay caused you to miss your connecting flight.
- Your final arrival at the destination was more than 3 hours late.
- Both flights were part of the same booking.
Learn more about our full process for missed connection compensation.
Yes, your citizenship does not impact your rights as an air passenger.