EasyJet and BA cancel flights due to staff covid sickness - here's your refund rights

dailystar.co.uk:

British Airways and EasyJet have cancelled hundreds of flights this week due to staff sickness related to coronavirus. And according to a blogpost on Martin Lewis' website moneysavingexpert.com, if you aren't booked onto another flight, you'll be due a refund within seven days.The website states that according to standard flight cancellation rules, which have now been written into UK law, if your flight is cancelled you are entitled to choose between a full refund or an alternative flight.Those who have booked a specific return deal with the same airline, who have one leg is cancelled, would expect a refund for both parts.The rules for UK flights state you're entitled to choose between:MSE says if you need to travel urgently then choose the rebooking option.

If the airline is struggling to get you on another of its own flights, it also recommends 'pushing for them to get you a seat on another airline'.It warns some airlines may urge you to take a voucher rather than a refund, but says but you absolutely entitled to a refund.British Airways passengers should visit Manage My Booking to find the options available to them.

Those who booked through a travel agent or a tour operator will need to contact them directly to discuss their options or request a refund.EasyJet passengers can request a cash refund, a rebooking or voucher for the full value of their reservation by logging into Manage Bookings.