EU261 2027 Changes: Effective Date and Older Flights

Regulation (EU) 2026/2202 applies from October 23, 2027. Do not apply its future procedures automatically to a 2026 flight.

Why it matters

The rule's effective date and the airline's stated reason both matter.

Facts to verify

1. Flight date and jurisdiction.
2. Departure, arrival and any protected connection.
3. Actual operating carrier, notice, reason and replacement offer.

What to do next

Read the full rule guide, keep the original records, and ask the operating airline for a written decision. This page helps you frame the question; it doesn’t calculate an award.

Official sources

• Regulation (EU) 2026/2202 — EUR-Lex; checked 2026-10-31