Flights

UK passengers flying to and from Europe are facing long queues at some airports due to tougher immigration checks. If you miss a flight there's little chance of compensation or a successful travel insurance claim but there are steps you can take to mitigate against problems.

Holidaymakers who book their own DIY package holiday via an airline's website could soon be protected if a firm goes bust, the Department for Transport has said.

British Airways passengers whose flights were cancelled as a result of the recent IT meltdown have been mistakenly told their compensation claims have been rejected even though they're eligible to claim, MoneySavingExpert.com can reveal.

British Airways passengers who were caught in the Bank Holiday IT failure are beginning to receive compensation and refunds - but it's thought tens of thousands could be eligible to claim.

Thousands of travellers flying from Gatwick have been forced to fly without their luggage this morning after the airport's baggage system broke down.

Airlines must now get in touch directly with all passengers if a flight is cancelled in a bid to help them claim any due compensation, the EU has ruled.

It's meant to be getting warmer at home and the hot weather only brings the thought of summer hols closer. Yet you need to act NOW to ensure you get the best deals and top rates, even if you're not heading off for a couple of months. So we've a plane-load of new tricks and old favourites to book in advance if you want to give your hols a head start.

Passengers may not be able to claim compensation for a flight delay caused by a plane hitting a bird, after a European court ruled in favour of the airlines.

Italian national airline Alitalia has been put into administration by the Italian government, after airline employees voted against a plan which would have slashed jobs and salaries to secure further state funding.

Parents cannot take their children out of school for term-time holidays without risking being fined, the highest court in the land has ruled.