Airport · updated 13 November 2026
Niš Airport: compensation for delays and cancellations up to €600
Every flight from Niš falls under Serbian law, with the same amounts as in the EU. On flights to the EU by EU airlines such as Wizz Air and Ryanair, the EU regulation applies too.
Which rules apply
| Flight | Rules |
|---|---|
| From Niš, on any airline | Serbian law, with the same amounts as EU 261 |
| From the EU to Niš | Regulation (EC) 261/2004 |
| From outside Europe to Niš | Serbian law, if Air Serbia or an EU airline operates the flight |
How much compensation
| Niš ↔ | Distance (approx.) | Per passenger |
|---|---|---|
| Vienna | 670 km | up to €250 |
| Malta | 1,040 km | up to €250 |
| Memmingen | 1,040 km | up to €250 |
| Dortmund | 1,400 km | up to €250 |
| Basel | 1,210 km | up to €250 |
| Malmö | 1,490 km | up to €250 |
| Istanbul | 610 km | up to €250 |
Example routes; the amount is the same in both directions. On flights over 3,500 km with a 3 to 4-hour delay, the amount can be €300. Work out your route in the calculator.
Air Serbia, Wizz Air and Ryanair fly from Niš. Wizz Air and Ryanair are EU airlines, so on their flights to the EU you’re covered by EU rules as well. Ryanair asks passengers to claim directly first and wait 14 days: see the Ryanair guide. For Wizz Air the code on your ticket matters: Wizz Air guide. Since October 2026 Air Serbia also flies from Niš to Vienna and Malta.
What to do at the airport right away
- Photograph the departures or arrivals board, with the flight number and time.
- After two hours of delay (three or four on longer flights), ask the airline for meals and refreshments, and a hotel if the flight moves to the next day. If you pay yourself, keep the receipts.
- Report a delayed or lost bag straight away, before you leave the baggage reclaim hall, and ask for the report number (PIR).
- Don’t sign anything that waives your right to compensation, and don’t accept a voucher if you want money.
- Keep your boarding pass and all messages from the airline.
The 90-day deadline
For flights from Niš, the complaint to the airline is due within 90 days of the flight. Send us your flight as soon as you’re back and we’ll keep track of the deadlines.
This is general information, not legal advice for your specific case. We check every claim individually.