Applies
Only if departing from EU or flying with EU airline to/from Japan
Flight Compensation planning
Flight compensation for trips involving Japan
Review passenger-rights information and practical claim steps for disrupted flights involving Japan.
Eligibility and compensation involving Japan
Amounts
Long Flights (>3500 Km): €600
Conditions
Delay >3 hours, cancellation <14 days notice, or denied boarding
Passenger rights for Japan routes
Planning detail
Japanese airlines follow their own policies; compensation not legally required
Planning detail
JAL and ANA often provide hotel and meal vouchers for significant delays
Planning detail
Montreal Convention applies for international flights
How to prepare a claim for Japan travel
Planning detail
Contact airline customer service immediately
Planning detail
Request compensation, hotel, or meal vouchers at airport
Planning detail
If EU261 applies, file claim with airline or compensation service
Flight Compensation questions for Japan
Do Japanese airlines pay compensation for delays?
Not legally required, but JAL/ANA often provide vouchers or rebooking for long delays as goodwill.
Can I claim EU261 for a flight from Tokyo to Paris?
No, EU261 only applies to flights departing EU or arriving EU on EU carrier; departing Tokyo does not qualify.
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