Bag didn’t show up? €100 arrives first
A quick payout plus help claiming from the airline.
- 11% off AirHelp+ with AHTPO11
- Up to €600 per passenger in claims
- Free lounge pass after a 1-hour delay
When a bag does not arrive, the first problem is cash: toiletries, a change of clothes, maybe a coat. AirHelp+ answers that with a €100 payout once you report the luggage as lost or delayed, and the money is sent within days rather than after the airline has finished its own investigation.
The payout is insurance, so it does not wait for the airline to admit anything. A second route runs alongside it: AirHelp helps you claim from the airline for lost, delayed or damaged bags, with up to €1,900 listed on the international page.
Keep the two apart in your head. The €100 is quick and fixed, while the airline’s figure depends on the rules that apply to your flight and is never guaranteed. Keep your baggage tag, the irregularity report from the airport desk and receipts for anything you buy, because those back up the claim.
The trip has to be registered first. Put your flights into the app or the customer dashboard at least 48 hours before departure, otherwise the luggage benefit has nothing to attach to.
Both Smart and Pro list this luggage cover. AHTPO11 takes 11% off either plan for anyone outside the United States, which is worth a look if you check a bag on most trips.
Deals you can use now
| Deal | Code | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 11%11% off AirHelp+ | AHTPO11 | Smart and Pro plans; not for US residents |
See AirHelp+ in detailA membership that claims flight compensation for youUp to €600 per passenger · Check your flight in seconds · AirHelp deals with the airline · Live flight updates in the appFAQ
How much does AirHelp+ pay for delayed luggage?
€100, sent within days of reporting the bag lost or delayed, according to the international page.
Does it also cover damaged bags?
The €100 payout is for lost or delayed luggage. For damaged bags, AirHelp helps you make the claim to the airline.
What should I keep after reporting a delayed bag?
Your baggage tag, the report from the airport desk and receipts for essentials you had to buy.
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