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BA887 Delay: Compensation Entitlement

On occasions when your flight from OTP (Henri Coandă International Airport) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is unexpectedly delayed, British Airways is legally bound to offer compensation, depending on flight BA887’s exact circumstances. This requirement is guided by the EU 261/2004 Regulation.

Flight delay compensation rights for flight BA 887 can be a tricky thing to navigate alone when you arrive at London Heathrow Airport - Franz Josef Strauß. File a compensation claim for a delayed flight against British Airways through AirAdvisor for your best chance at an BA 887 reimbursement. And if you’re not sure whether your BA887 flight from Bucharest’s OTP Airport to London Airport qualifies, consult our British Airways BA887 flight checker.

 

BA 887 Cancellation: Do you Qualify for Compensation?

Not many travellers would choose to be stranded at Henri Coandă International Airport. If this happens because your BA 887 flight was cancelled, it’s possible to qualify for compensation from British Airways in the amount of 400€. This money is meant to ease the burden of the BA887 cancellation. 

Airlines, including British Airways, don’t typically make it easy to claim this payout for flight BA 887. Increase your odds of a positive result for your OTP Airport to LHR Airport cancellation claim by partnering with AirAdvisor.

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Flight BA887 Cancelled by British Airways: Passengers’ Refund Rights

When you can’t travel from Bucharest Airport to London (LHR) International Airport because your British Airways flight was cancelled, the airline is required to issue an BA 887 refund. Certain conditions apply, and AirAdvisor has lots of information regarding how to claim an British Airways flight refund. You might even qualify for reimbursement for supplementary costs, like a Henri Coandă International Airport hotel room that’s needed due to the BA887 cancellation.

 

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Brief Intro About British Airways

Created in 1974 by merging the UK’s two largest airlines, London-based British Airways (BA) is a global leader that welcomes more than 40 million air travellers annually. The company’s impeccable safety record and attentive service make traveling with British Airways to one of their over 200 destinations a breeze. On average, more than 400 BA flights leave Heathrow Airport daily to six continents around the world.

Meet Bucharest Airport (OTP)

Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport is Romania's busiest international airport, located in Otopeni and only 16.5 km away from Bucharest. Since its opening on 13 April 1970, the airport has grown significantly in magnitude, boasting two runways, 104 check-in counters, and 38 boarding gates. As of 2022, the airport has accommodated an impressive 12,610,247 passengers and 120,745 aircraft movements. It also serves as a base for several low-cost airlines such as Ryanair, Wizz Air, Animawings, and Air Bucharest. With its strategic location and efficient passenger flow, Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport plays an instrumental role in Romania's economy and tourism industry.

Get to Know London's Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport is the main international airport serving London in England, located 23 kilometres west of the city. Opened on May 31st, 1946, the airport measures a striking 1,227 hectares and boasts two runways. It is the largest of the six international airports in the London airport system, serving as a primary hub for British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. With a passenger flow of 19.4 million and 1.4 million tonnes of cargo in 2021, Heathrow Airport is Britain's busiest airport, and the second busiest in the world and Europe by international passenger traffic. The closure of Terminal 1 in 2015 made space for further expansion of Terminal 2, contributing to its significant popularity.

 

 

British Airways BA 887 from Henri Coandă International Airport to London Airport Compensation: FAQs

 

How do I proceed when flight BA887 from Henri Coandă International Airport to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has a delay?

When you enter the terminal in Minuch, ask the British Airways agents for the exact reason BA 887 was delayed. Then, the best thing to do is submit your risk-free compensation claim AirAdvisor. It’s risk-free because if your BA887 claim isn’t successful against British Airways, we don’t charge a fee.

 

What type of compensation do I get if the British Airways flight BA 887 arrived at London Heathrow Airport 2 hours late?

If your flight BA887 only arrives at London (LHR) Airport 2 hours late, unfortunately, no compensation from British Airways is legally required. On the off chance that your flight from Bucharest to London arrives 3 hours late or is cancelled altogether, you may be entitled to claim 400€ in compensation.

 

When my BA887 flight to London with British Airways is delayed, what compensation can I claim?

Based on the EC 261 Regulation, you may qualify for compensation of 400€ for the disruption to your London travel plans due to the BA 887 delay.

 

What other ways is my British Airways air travel from Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) to London Heathrow Airport referenced?

Expect to see this flight listed as BA 887/BA887 or BAW 887/BAW887.