EU Holds Firm on Airline Delay Compensation Rules Amid Transparency Push

The EU council maintains a three-hour flight delay threshold in its updated airline passenger rights legislation. Member states emphasize transparency in baggage fees, opposing European Commission's compensation hike proposal. Disputes with airlines persist over pricing practices, as Spain fines budget airlines for extra charges.

The European Union decided to uphold its current policy on flight delay compensation, maintaining the three-hour threshold, amid demands for greater clarity in supplementary fees.

The EU's 27 member nations formally decided on the measures, leading to further discussions with the European Parliament whose assessment is anticipated to commence on Monday.

While some changes were sought, particularly by the European Commission, the compromise reflects ongoing tension between consumer advocacy groups and airlines over fairness and transparency in pricing.