How to act if you are affected by an airline strike

In recent years thousands of people have inevitably been involved in a situation of confusion because the airline they planned to travel on has gone on strike. But despite how common this scenario has become, many still do not know where to start if they are facing this inconvenience, so in .com we give you all the keys so you know how to act if you are affected by an airline strike

Steps to follow:

one

First of all keep calm, the aviation company has the duty to announce your strike plan as soon as possible, in this way passengers can be informed and develop an alternative action plan

two

Before a strike you should know that the airlines will not give you any compensation for the damage that could cause, however as a passenger you can proceed in two ways: or asking to be reimbursed the cost of the ticket, or asking to be located on the flight more immediate than they can get, it is the duty of the airline to comply with one of the two requests

3

The airline is not obliged to compensate the passengers because it is an extraordinary case, but they must pay the accommodation and the maintenance of those passengers affected by the measure, that is if you were planning to leave your destination today and there is a strike of pilots, the days that you must remain waiting for the next flight must be covered by the company

4

If your trip is part of some kind of tourist package and you are the victim of a pilot strike, you must go to the travel agency that has organized your plan, they will respond in this case

5

If you travel with an airline ticket, without any kind of tourist package, then you should go directly to the counters or offices of the company, they will be responsible for solving it, but you have to be prepared for long lines, rumors and much confusion, as well that it is best to stay calm

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Another way of acting, without approaching the airport, is by calling the customer service number of your airline. The contacts of the main airlines are: Iberia is 902.100.988, TAP Portugal 901.116.718, Air France from Monday to Friday 0800.2000, Saturdays and Sundays 0900.1730, Air Europa 902.401.501, Lufthansa 902.883.882 and Delta Airlines 902.810.872

Tips
  • It is important to remain calm in this situation, in this way you can act more effectively
  • We always recommend saving a little money for the end of your trip, in this way you will have something reserved in case an unforeseen event arises