✓ EC 261/2004 Applies
London
→ Funchal
TAP Portugal · 2,456 km · Max €400 compensation
Departure
LGW
London Gatwick Airport
London, United Kingdom
✈
Arrival
FNC
Madeira Airport
Funchal, Portugal
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
TAP Portugal is an EU-registered carrier. All flights on this airline are protected under EC 261/2004, regardless of destination. If your LGW–FNC 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 TAP Portugal'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.
TAP Portugal LGW–FNC: Full Compensation Guide
The TAP Portugal route from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madeira Airport (FNC) covers approximately 2,456 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 TAP Portugal, 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.