Vueling Destinations Outside Europe: Your Rights

You’re protected by EU passenger rights when flying with Vueling — even on routes outside Europe.

Because Vueling is a European airline, it must follow EU regulations on all its flights, including those to Vueling destinations in Africa and the Middle East. That means whether you’re traveling within the EU, flying into Europe, or heading far beyond it, you still benefit from key rights and protections that cover delays, cancellations, and missed connections.

Vueling’s status as an EU carrier ensures a consistent level of care and safety throughout your journey, no matter where you’re headed.

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Vueling Destinations Outside Europe

In addition to a wide range of European Vueling destinations, the airline also offers flights to several exciting locations outside Europe, particularly in Africa and the Middle East.

If you’re planning to explore beyond Europe, Vueling offers several destinations that suit a wide range of travel interests — and the best part is, your air passenger rights remain fully protected.

Here’s a list of some of the destinations you can fly to from Barcelona:

• Algiers (Algeria)
• Cairo (Egypt)
• Banjul (Gambia)
• Casablanca (Morocco)
• Marrakech (Morocco)
• Dakar (Senegal)
• Tunis (Tunisia)
• and more.

Vueling Destinations Outside Europe: Passenger Rights

Yes, you have rights when flying to Vueling destinations even outside Europe.

EU Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 is a regulation by the European Union that gives air passengers specific rights when their flights are disrupted.

It protects travellers from the hassle of delays and cancellations.

Under EC261, passengers may get compensation, assistance, and refunds, depending on the situation.

This regulation applies regardless of nationality and departure or arrival point, as long as it is operated by a European airline.

Refund For a Cancelled Vueling Flight

If your Vueling flight is cancelled, you are entitled to a full refund of your ticket price.

Vueling may offer you a travel voucher if you prefer that option, but under European regulations you are not required to accept it. You have the right to choose a monetary refund instead.

If you experience a last-minute cancellation that is Vueling’s fault, you may also be eligible to claim flight cancellation compensation for the inconvenience, alongside your refund.

New Flight in Case of a Cancelled Vueling Flight

Yes, if your Vueling flight is cancelled, you are entitled to a new flight.

This means the airline will book you on the next available flight to your destination without any extra cost.

If you would prefer, you also have the option to receive a full refund for your ticket instead.

Right to Care

When you fly with Vueling, you have the right to care if your flight is delayed, cancelled, or if you’re denied boarding.

• If your delay is over three hours, Vueling should provide free meals and drinks.
• They must also offer ways to stay connected, like phone calls or internet access.
• For longer waits, Vueling must arrange free hotel accommodation and transport.

Vueling Flight Compensation

If you’re flying with Vueling and encounter issues like delays or cancellations, you may be eligible for compensation.

Here are the main types of flight compensation to know:

• Flight delay compensation: If your flight is delayed by over three hours.
• Flight cancellation compensation: If your flight is cancelled with less than 14 days’ notice.
• Denied boarding compensation: If you’re denied boarding due to overbooking.

All passengers, including infants, are entitled to this compensation.

The amount of compensation depends on the flight distance. Here is a quick breakdown:

When your destination is within the EU/UK:

When your destination is outside the EU/UK:

Important: These rules apply only if the problem is Vueling’s fault like technical issues or Vueling staff strikes. If your flight is cancelled due to extraordinary circumstances, you won’t be entitled to compensation.

New Flight and Assistance in Case of a Missed Connecting Flight (With Vueling and Its Partner Airlines)

If you have a connecting flight with Vueling that is all booked together (not a self-transfer), and you experienced a missed connecting flight because your first flight was delayed or cancelled, Vueling will book you on a new flight to your final destination.

This means you won’t have to worry about finding another flight yourself; the airline takes care of it for you.

However, this regulation only works if your flights are linked to the same booking.

If you booked the flights separately (self-transfer flights) and are switching airlines, it is up to you to find another flight.

Flying to Vueling destinations outside Europe? As an EU airline, Vueling must follow EU passenger-rights rules on all routes.

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