✓ EC 261/2004 Applies
London
→ Belfast
Aer Lingus · 542 km · Max €250 compensation
Departure
LGW
London Gatwick Airport
London, United Kingdom
✈
Arrival
BHD
George Best Belfast City Airport
Belfast, United Kingdom
Under 3 hours
—
No entitlement
3+ hour delay
€250
Short-haul flight under 1,500 km
4+ hour delay
€250
Short-haul flight under 1,500 km
✓ You are likely eligible for compensation
Aer Lingus is an EU-registered carrier. All flights on this airline are protected under EC 261/2004, regardless of destination. If your LGW–BHD flight was delayed 3+ hours or cancelled, you have a valid claim.
How to Claim Your Compensation
01Gather your boarding pass and booking confirmation as proof of travel.
02Submit a written claim to Aer Lingus's customer service referencing EC 261/2004.
03If they reject or ignore your claim within 14 days, escalate to your National Enforcement Body.
04For claims under €2,000 you can use the EU Small Claims Procedure without a lawyer.
Aer Lingus LGW–BHD: Full Compensation Guide
The Aer Lingus route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) covers approximately 542 kilometres. Under EC 261/2004, passengers on this route are entitled to €250 compensation for delays of 3 or more hours upon arrival.
To be eligible, your flight must have been operated by Aer Lingus, the delay must have been within the airline's control (not caused by extraordinary circumstances such as severe weather), and you must have checked in on time. Claims can be submitted up to 6 years after the flight date in most EU jurisdictions.