Flight Delay Time and Distance Calculation

Use the relevant arrival point, time zone and legal distance rule instead of a quick departure-time subtraction.

Before you begin

Write down the scheduled and actual arrival in their local time zones. Don't compare two clock readings without the offset.

Step-by-step

1. Record scheduled and actual arrival with time zones.
2. Check whether a protected connection changes the final destination.
3. Use a verified airport distance only after confirming scope.

One thing to watch

A numerical result does not establish carrier responsibility or a fixed payment.

Use the airline directory for the right official page and the rule library for the conditions that apply to your flight.

Official sources

• Air passenger rights — European Union / Your Europe; checked 2026-10-31
• Germanwings C-452/13 — Court of Justice / EUR-Lex; checked 2026-10-31
• Flight delays and cancellations: rebooking, refunds and compensation — Canadian Transportation Agency; checked 2026-10-31
• Refunds — U.S. DOT; checked 2026-10-31
• International air travel liability limits set to increase — ICAO; checked 2026-10-31
• Consumer Dispute Resolution Standards, Notice 2025-14 — Korea National Law Information Center; checked 2026-10-31