I was downgraded recently from business to economy between Singapore and Sydney on Qantas. I have been told my compensation is £317 ( I paid my fare in sterling). I was told take it or leave it that this is not a negotiation. As I paid over £4,000 for the return fare from London to Sydney the compensation appears on the low side. Am I being unreasonable ?
I would contact Qantas for a higher compensation whether that would be in the form of points or a refund. The 317 pounds you were quoted is likely the difference between fully flexible last minute economy (very expensive) versus a saver business class price (which you paid).
QF, to the best of my knowledge, isn't registered as an EU airline so EC261 won't apply. Nor is the flight between departing from or arriving at an EU airport.
If it were, or it chose to apply EC261 principles, you would've likely been offered approximately £550 once pro-rating had occurred.
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billybennett
billybennett
Member since 07 Aug 2019
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I was downgraded recently from business to economy between Singapore and Sydney on Qantas. I have been told my compensation is £317 ( I paid my fare in sterling). I was told take it or leave it that this is not a negotiation. As I paid over £4,000 for the return fare from London to Sydney the compensation appears on the low side. Am I being unreasonable ?
djtech
djtech
Qantas - Qantas Frequent Flyer
Member since 02 Sep 2018
Total posts 375
I would contact Qantas for a higher compensation whether that would be in the form of points or a refund. The 317 pounds you were quoted is likely the difference between fully flexible last minute economy (very expensive) versus a saver business class price (which you paid).
AJW
AJW
Member since 16 Nov 2011
Total posts 55
Originally Posted by Seat 4a
Absolutely disgraceful on QANTAS part. Yet another example of their deplorable customer service. Try emirates next time.
Whilst I agree the compensation is ordinary, I am certain that the method used to calculate it is common across all airlines.
Happy Trails
Happy Trails
Member since 11 Apr 2012
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Since you started in London you'll be able to claim EC261 compensation, which would be prorated.
Steve987
Steve987
Member since 23 Feb 2015
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QF, to the best of my knowledge, isn't registered as an EU airline so EC261 won't apply. Nor is the flight between departing from or arriving at an EU airport.
If it were, or it chose to apply EC261 principles, you would've likely been offered approximately £550 once pro-rating had occurred.