Does a three-hour EU delay always pay €600?

No. €600 is a conditional long-distance reference, not a universal award. Scope, final-arrival delay, distance, extraordinary circumstances and possible reductions all matter.

What to check

The route and operating carrier matter as much as the number of hours. Check which rule covered the flight on its travel date before using a compensation amount.

What to do next

Read the applicable country rule first, then send the airline the facts that support that specific claim.

Official sources

• European Union / Your Europe: Air passenger rights