Distances and compensation
| Route | Distance | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
| Paris → Brazzaville (Air France direct) | 5,040 km | €600 |
| Brazzaville → Paris (Air France return) | 5,040 km | €600 |
| Paris → Brazzaville (Ethiopian, Turkish, Kenya Airways - via connection) | > 5,040 km | €600 (EU departure only) |
Delay AND cancellation: two situations covered
Delay: a delay of at least 3h on arrival can entitle you to compensation of up to €600, subject to eligibility conditions and the absence of extraordinary circumstances (a technical fault and crew management issues are generally attributable to the airline; extreme weather or an air traffic controllers' strike may exempt it).
Cancellation: a cancellation entitles you to a refund or rerouting, and potentially to €600 compensation if the airline did not notify you within the required timeframe, unless a genuine extraordinary circumstance applies.
Overbooking: if you are denied boarding against your will for lack of space, compensation is automatic.
EU carriers - covered outbound and return ✔
- EUAir France - direct Paris-Brazzaville flights, EC261 both ways
Non-EU carriers - EU departure only ✔ / return ✘
- Non-EUEthiopian Airlines (ET) - via Addis Ababa, EC261 only departing Paris
- Non-EUTurkish Airlines (TK) - via Istanbul, EC261 only departing Paris
- Non-EUKenya Airways (KQ) - via Nairobi, EC261 only departing Paris
Frequent flights & eligibility
| Flight | Carrier | EC261 eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Paris → Brazzaville (direct) | Air France EU | ✔ both directions |
Frequently asked questions
How much compensation is there for a delayed Paris-Brazzaville flight?
Paris → Brazzaville = 5,040 km → €600 tier. A delay of at least 3h on arrival can entitle you to compensation of up to €600 per passenger, subject to eligibility conditions.
My Paris-Brazzaville flight was cancelled, am I entitled to compensation?
Possibly, unless a genuine extraordinary circumstance applies. A cancellation can give entitlement to €600 per passenger at this distance, in addition to the refund or rerouting, depending on the notice given by the airline.
Does Air France fly direct Paris-Brazzaville?
Yes. Air France operates direct Paris-Brazzaville flights. EC261 coverage both ways - outbound and return.
Paris-Brazzaville flight delayed or cancelled? €600 may be waiting for you.
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