Flight cancellations are frustrating, especially when departing from or arriving at Abruzzo Airport (PSR) in Pescara. Whether due to airline issues, weather conditions, or operational problems, cancellations can disrupt plans significantly. But if your flight was cancelled, you may be entitled to financial compensation under EU Regulation EC261/2004.
Under EU law, airlines must compensate passengers when flights are cancelled less than 14 days before departure, unless extraordinary circumstances apply (like severe weather or air traffic control strikes). You could receive between €250 and €600, depending on the flight distance:
Flights under 1,500 km – €250
Flights between 1,500 km and 3,500 km – €400
Flights over 3,500 km (EU to non-EU) – €600
Pescara’s Abruzzo Airport mainly operates regional and European flights, meaning most compensation claims range from €250 to €400.
Ask the airline for an official reason. If it’s a technical issue, overbooking, or crew shortage, you likely qualify for compensation. Bad weather or airport strikes may not qualify.
The airline must offer either:
A full refund (including return flights if necessary).
A rebooking on the next available flight at no extra cost.
If flights from Pescara are unavailable, consider departing from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Naples Capodichino Airport (NAP). Rome is about 2 hours away by train and has significantly more flight options.
If you’re stuck at Abruzzo Airport for over 2 hours, airlines must provide:
Free meals and refreshments.
Hotel accommodation (if overnight delay occurs).
Free transport between the airport and hotel.
Filing a claim directly with airlines can be time-consuming. Trouble Flight makes the process hassle-free—we handle legal procedures and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
If your flight is cancelled and you need urgent travel, consider these options:
Trains: Pescara Centrale Station connects directly to major cities like Rome and Bologna, where international flights are available.
Flights from Rome or Naples: Many airlines operate from FCO and NAP with daily flights across Europe.
Car Rentals: If you prefer flexibility, renting a car to Rome or Naples could be a practical alternative.
Some of the airlines operating flights from Abruzzo Airport include:
Ryanair (major low-cost flights across Europe)
Wizz Air (connections to Eastern Europe)
Lufthansa (seasonal flights to Germany)
If your Ryanair or Wizz Air flight was cancelled, check for alternative departures from Bologna, Rome, or Milan, as these airlines often operate routes from multiple Italian cities.
Under Italian law, passengers have up to 2 years to claim compensation. However, starting your claim sooner increases the chances of success.
Your cancelled flight from Pescara could mean up to €600 in compensation. Don’t let airlines avoid their responsibility—let Trouble Flight handle your claim risk-free. Submit your claim today and get the money you deserve!