EU Slashes Hidden Fees: Free Seating for Families and Faster Refunds in 2026

Brussels, Tuesday, 16 June 2026.
The EU just approved its biggest air passenger rights overhaul in 22 years—banning fees for parents to sit with children, mandating free cabin bags, and keeping €250–€600 compensation for delays. Airlines must now process refunds in 30 days, not months.