✓ EC 261/2004 Applies
Funchal
→ Birmingham
Transavia France · 2,506 km · Max €400 compensation
Departure
FNC
Madeira Airport
Funchal, Portugal
✈
Arrival
BHX
Birmingham International Airport
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Under 3 hours
—
No entitlement
3+ hour delay
€400
Medium-haul flight 1,500–3,500 km
4+ hour delay
€400
Medium-haul flight 1,500–3,500 km
✓ You are likely eligible for compensation
Transavia France is an EU-registered carrier. All flights on this airline are protected under EC 261/2004, regardless of destination. If your FNC–BHX 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 Transavia France'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.
Transavia France FNC–BHX: Full Compensation Guide
The Transavia France route from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) covers approximately 2,506 kilometres. Under EC 261/2004, passengers on this route are entitled to €400 compensation for delays of 3 or more hours upon arrival.
To be eligible, your flight must have been operated by Transavia France, 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.