Romania — Flight Compensation Rights
EC261 in Romania — passenger rights at OTP, CLJ, and beyond
Romania is Southeast Europe's growing aviation market, with Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca as regional hubs. If your flight departed a Romanian airport — or you arrived into Romania on an EU carrier — EC261 applies in full. Up to €600 for 3+ hour delays.
Maximum compensation
€600
per passenger, per flight
Compensation amounts in Romania
EC261 applies to all flights departing Romanian airports and to flights arriving into Romania on EU/EEA-licensed carriers. Romania is one of Southeast Europe's growing aviation markets, with Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca serving as regional hubs. The Romanian Civil Aeronautical Authority (RCAA) oversees aviation regulation.
Tier 1
Up to 1,500 km
Short-haul
€250
Tier 2
1,500–3,500 km
Medium-haul
€400
Tier 3
Over 3,500 km
Long-haul
€600
Claim time limit: 3 years
Romanian law provides a 3-year limitation period for passenger contract claims. The clock runs from the date of the disruption.
Who enforces your rights in Romania
National enforcement authority
Romanian Civil Aeronautical Authority (RCAA)
RCAA handles aviation oversight and EC261 compliance. Claims escalate to Romanian courts (tribunalul). There is no formal ADR scheme, but Romanian courts are accessible.
Key airports in Romania
All flights departing these airports are covered by EC261.
Airlines covered in Romania
These carriers operate EC261-covered flights from Romania's airports.
What makes Romania different
Country-specific legal nuances that affect how you claim.
Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca — dual hubs
Romania has two major aviation hubs: Bucharest (capital, business/tourism) and Cluj-Napoca (fastest-growing, tech hub). Both airports are important for regional connectivity.
Wizz Air's strong presence in Romania
Wizz Air operates extensive capacity from Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca. Wizz Air is one of Romania's largest carriers and has established dispute resolution processes.
Romanian courts are accessible and efficient
Romanian courts (tribunalul) are accessible for EC261 claims. Court procedures are straightforward and claims typically resolve within 6–9 months.
How to claim in Romania
Romanian EC261 claims escalate directly from the airline to Romanian courts (tribunalul). Romanian courts are efficient and claimant-friendly.
Submit your claim
Tell us your flight details and we'll assess your entitlement under EC261 — no upfront cost.
Escalate if needed
If the airline rejects your claim, file in the appropriate Romanian court (tribunalul) with jurisdiction. Court fees are modest (€20–€40).
Receive your compensation
RCAA can be contacted to report systemic non-compliance, but this does not recover your compensation. Court action is the primary enforcement mechanism.
Frequently asked questions — Romania
Does EC261 apply to all flights from Romanian airports?
Yes — all flights departing Romania, regardless of airline nationality. Arriving flights are covered if the airline is EU-registered.
How long do I have to claim from Romania?
3 years under Romanian law, running from the date of the disruption.
Are Bucharest and Cluj-Napoca both major hubs?
Yes — Bucharest is the capital and primary hub, while Cluj-Napoca is one of Europe's fastest-growing tech hubs with rapidly expanding aviation.
How do I file a court claim in Romania?
File in the appropriate Romanian court (tribunalul) with jurisdiction. Romanian courts accept claims and procedures are straightforward.
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