Severe weather can affect fixed compensation, but it does not settle every refund, rerouting or airport-care question. The applicable rule, operating carrier and actual notice determine the next step.
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Where to start
Weather explains why a flight may not operate, but it doesn’t answer every refund or care question.
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Keep these records
- Airline’s written cause and cancellation notice.
- Replacement or refund options you accepted or declined.
- Necessary meal or overnight receipts and any insurance payment.
Official next step
Keep the airline's written cause, the cancellation time, replacement options and necessary overnight receipts. A prepaid destination hotel is a separate booking question.
Use the airline directory for carrier-specific links. Check the rule for your route before you file.
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Official sources
- Air passenger rights — European Union / Your Europe; checked 2026-10-31
- Refunds — U.S. DOT; checked 2026-10-31
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The rule, route, airline, and facts of your flight can change the answer.