Reimbursement and Compensation: Croatia Airlines

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If you believe you may be entitled to flight delay compensation or flight cancellation compensation from Croatia Airlines, you have arrived at the correct destination. We can clarify your air passenger rights and provide the necessary assistance to obtain up to US$650 compensation per person. Based on our records of Croatia Airlines flights in recent times, there were 660 departures during the last 24 hours, out of which 55.91% departed on time.

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Croatia Airlines Flight Delays Today

How many flights by Croatia Airlines experienced a delay today?

  • Our data shows that 3 flights by Croatia Airlines were delayed for more than 3 hours within a 24-hour period.

  • 0.55% of domestic flights and 0.42% of international flights by Croatia Airlines were delayed more than 3 hours.

  • If you arrive at your destination more than 3 hours late, you may be entitled to compensation. Check here.

  • Learn more about Croatia Airlines punctuality

Compensation for a Delayed Flight by Croatia Airlines

Even though Croatia Airlines tries to keep to their schedule, flights may still arrive late. Fortunately, as a passenger, you are protected by air passenger rights when Croatia Airlines flights are delayed.

Since Croatia Airlines is based in the EU, nearly all of its flights are protected by EC 261, one of the most comprehensive laws globally protecting air passenger rights.

EC Regulation 261 gives passengers the right to claim compensation for delayed, cancelled, or overbooked flights that are not their fault.

There are some extraordinary circumstances such as bad weather or airport problems that may exempt airlines from paying compensation. However, if the delay is caused by technical issues or a strike by airline staff, you will likely be eligible for compensation under Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004.

Additionally, you generally have up to 3 years to make a claim for compensation for a delayed Croatia Airlines flight. Just enter your flight information, and our user-friendly flight delay compensation calculator will determine if you qualify for monetary compensation, and our team of professionals will be available to help you obtain it.


Croatia Airlines: Flight Canceled Today

How many Croatia Airlines flights were cancelled today?

  • Recent data indicates that Croatia Airlines has cleared 2 within 24 hours.

  • 1.10% of domestic flights and 0.00% of international flights have been cancelled.

  • Are you entitled to compensation if your flight is cancelled with less than 14 days notice from the scheduled departure date? You may be entitled to compensation up to US$650. Check here.

  • To learn more about Croatia Airlines punctuality

Flight Cancellation Compensation Croatia Airlines

In the event of a Croatia Airlines flight cancellation, European laws on air passenger rights are clear: Croatia Airlines must offer you alternative transportation to get to your destination or, if you prefer, a refund.

Furthermore, if you received a notice regarding cancellation less than 14 days before departure, you may also be eligible to claim compensation of up to US$650 per person.

When Croatia Airlines cancels flights, it will usually attempt to rebook passengers on another flight at no extra cost. If this does not work for you, you may request other changes or choose to no longer take the trip.

If Croatia Airlines books you a new flight that arrives at a similar time to your original flight, it is not required to pay compensation. This is because your plans will have minimal disruption. However, in many cases, passengers whose flights are cancelled at the last minute have the right to file a claim for compensation against Croatia Airlines.

These rights do not apply if the flight cancellation was caused by an event beyond Croatia Airlines's control, such as severe weather conditions or an accident at the airport. Such events are referred to as exceptional circumstances.

Find out more about your right to compensation for a cancelled flight here.


Air Passenger Rights and Flight Compensation

Because Croatia Airlines is based within the EU, almost all the flights they offer are protected by EC 261, one of the world's most comprehensive laws for air passenger rights.

EC Regulation 261 gives passengers the right to claim compensation when they have suffered delayed, canceled, or overbooked flights over which they are not at fault.

Passengers also have the right to seek compensation for earlier flights; it is often still possible to submit claims for flights in the last 3 years.

Which Croatia Airlines flights are covered by EC Regulation 261?


How Much Croatia Airlines Flight Compensation?

Distance

Compensation

All flights under 1,500 km
Up to €250 per person
Internal EU flights over 1,500 km
Up to €400 per person
Non-internal EU flights between 1,500 - 3,500 km
Up to €400 per person
Non-internal EU flights over 3,500 km
Up to €600 per person

The table shows values in € as specified in EC Regulation 261

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As with any law, there are exceptions and special circumstances that may affect any specific claim, including the amount due for compensation. AirHelp makes it easy to check compensation here.

Flight statistics: delays and cancellations of Croatia Airlines

Punctuality of Croatia Airlines (24 hours):

Total flights: 660
On-time flights: 369
Punctuality rate: about 55.91% of all flights were on time
Long delays (greater than 3 hours): 3
Flight cancellations: 2

The number of flights shown is an estimate based on internal and third-party databases.


About Croatia Airlines

Croatia Airlines is the national airline of the Republic of Croatia, and is wholly owned by the Croatian government. It is headquartered in Buzin, near Zagreb, and serves mainly European destinations on domestic and international flights. Zagreb International Airport serves as the main hub, with accent cities including Dubrovnik, Split and Zadar.

Croatia Airlines joined Star Alliance in 2004.


Recent delays and cancellations

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    2026-10-088:05 p.m.
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    Canceled

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    Berlin
    FRABER
    2026-10-087:45 p.m.
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    Zadar
    ZAGZAD
    2026-10-087:15 p.m.
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  • OU415•Croatia Airlines

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    FRAZAG
    2026-10-086:45 p.m.
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  • OU317•Croatia Airlines

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    Bucharest
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    OTPZAG
    2026-10-086:10 p.m.
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    Munich
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    Palermo
    FCOPMO
    2026-10-084:40 p.m.
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  • LH77•Lufthansa

    Canceled

    Dusseldorf
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    DUSFRA
    2026-10-084:30 p.m.
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  • AZ1271•ITA Airways

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    Naples
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