What Happens If My Flight Is Diverted Abroad? Experts Answer as Heathrow Closure Sparks Global Travel Chaos – International Edition (English)

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The closure of Heathrow Airports have caused widespread disruption to travel plans for individuals around the globe.

Approximately 220,000 individuals were expected to pass through Heathrow today, but the total shutdown has led to significant disruption. Disruptions will continue through the weekend and into next week as planes and travelers find themselves in incorrect locations globally.

This marks the largest disruption to UK aviation since the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud caused cancellations and disruptions. redirected flights in April and May 2010 cost airlines and their passengers an approximate £130 million daily. .

The catastrophic electrical fire is already drawing comparisons to 9/11 .

Numerous British citizens find themselves stranded abroad, unsure of how to return home.

However, what occurs if your flight gets redirected to land in another nation?

If the airline cannot fly to your scheduled destination, it may be diverted - but it must still g And take you to the destination listed on your ticket or reservation at no additional charge to you.

The airline might organize different modes of transportation for you, like a bus or a train.

If the airline organizes alternate transportation and you decide to use another method, you might find it difficult to obtain reimbursement from the airline.

Although they must ensure you reach your ultimate destination, the expenses for lodging and food might not be their responsibility.

This might end up costing you money.

Should your flight be within the European Union or enter/exit the EU, these passenger rights will apply.

When a flight is rerouted to land at an alternate airport, it is considered canceled.

As per EU regulations, in case of flight cancellation, you have the option to receive a refund, be rerouted, or returned.

In spite of this, compensation may not be provided if the carrier demonstrates that the cancellation resulted from extraordinary circumstances.

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