Holidaymakers who find themselves stranded overseas after their return flight to the UK is cancelled have legal rights that airlines must uphold.
These rights are protected under UK law for those returning on a UK or EU airline, such as EasyJet or Ryanair. Those travelling on a non-UK or non-EU airline, such as Qantas, are not protected by UK law and so may have different rights set out in their terms and conditions.
Below is a summary of what support airlines must offer under UK law. Full guidance can be found on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) website. READ MORE: How to check if your Ryanair, BA, TUI, Jet2 and EasyJet flight is cancelled Airlines based in the UK or EU are legally required to provide you with support if your return flight is cancelled.
These rights include: Replacement flight If you still want to travel, your airline must find you an alternative flight – often referred to as being "rerouted".
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