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Flight EW981

HRG → CGN · Flight status and possible compensation for 2026-10-16. Landed on time

On the data available, this flight does not appear to qualify for compensation.

Our records show no delay, cancellation or diversion for this flight that EU261 compensates. Denied boarding through overbooking leaves no trace on the flight’s row, so tell us if that is what happened.

Indicative estimate under Regulation EU261, not legal advice.

Flight details

Scheduled departure
Not available
Actual departure
Not available
Scheduled arrival
2026-10-16 18:05 CEST
Actual arrival
2026-10-16 18:04 CEST
Arrival delay
-1 min
Distance
3461 km
Gate / terminal
Not available

Last updated: 2026-11-01 04:30:07

Weather, warnings and strikes

What was happening at the airport that day, for information. It does not say why a flight was delayed, and it plays no part in our assessment of a claim.

Köln (Cologne) (CGN), 16/10/2026

Weather, hour by hour

Show the 8 weather reports
Time (CET)WindVisibilityCloud baseTemp.WeatherFlying conditionsReport as issued (UTC)
14:20180° 8 kt10 km22 °CGoodMETAR EDDK 161220Z AUTO 18008KT 140V210 9999 FEW046 22/14 Q1019 NOSIG
15:20160° 8 kt10 km23 °CGoodMETAR EDDK 161320Z AUTO 16008KT 9999 FEW047 23/14 Q1018 NOSIG
16:20130° 7 kt10 km22 °CGoodMETAR EDDK 161420Z AUTO 13007KT 100V160 9999 SCT043 22/15 Q1017 BECMG 25008KT
17:20130° 5 kt10 km21 °CGoodMETAR EDDK 161520Z AUTO 13005KT 090V150 9999 SCT044 21/15 Q1017 BECMG 25008KT
18:20270° 3 kt10 km4 200 ft19 °CGoodMETAR EDDK 161620Z AUTO 27003KT 220V360 9999 BKN042 19/15 Q1018 NOSIG
19:20290° 12 kt10 km3 600 ft19 °CGoodMETAR EDDK 161720Z AUTO 29012KT 250V310 9999 FEW024 BKN036 BKN045 19/14 Q1018 BECMG 26006KT
20:20270° 8 kt10 km4 300 ft18 °CGoodMETAR EDDK 161820Z AUTO 27008KT 9999 BKN043 18/14 Q1019 NOSIG
21:20280° 8 kt10 km17 °CGoodMETAR EDDK 161920Z AUTO 28008KT 260V320 CAVOK 17/14 Q1019 NOSIG

Your rights if your flight was delayed or cancelled

If this flight arrived 3 hours or more late at your destination, was cancelled with less than 14 days' notice, or you were denied boarding, and the cause was the airline's responsibility, you may be entitled to compensation of €250 to €600 — plus a refund or re-routing, and care during the wait.

Learn more in our guides to flight compensation, passenger rights and how to claim. Unsure about your case? Use the calculator or the eligibility checker.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know how much I am owed for this flight?

The amount depends on the flight distance: €250 up to 1,500 km, €400 between 1,500 and 3,500 km, and €600 for flights over 3,500 km outside the EU. Our calculator gives you an estimated figure.

Is the data for this flight official?

We gather it from the flight information that airports and the data sources we credit publish, and complete each flight once its day is over. It is reliable for guidance, but to claim you should also keep your boarding pass and the airline's emails.

How long do I have to claim for this flight?

The time limit depends on the country of the flight and typically ranges from about 2 to 6 years. If the flight is recent, you are certainly within the deadline.

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