Brasília International Airport
Flight Compensation
Brazil's political capital with modern infrastructure. ANAC Resolution 400 protects all passengers.
Brasília International serves Brazil's capital city, a planned metropolis with unique modernist architecture. The airport handles significant business traffic to Brasília plus connections to Brazil's interior. Dry season smoke from agricultural burning and wet season thunderstorms are the primary disruption causes.
Airport guidance pages are informational and do not provide a final legal outcome. Compensation amounts and claim timelines depend on the actual disruption, documentation, and the applicable passenger-rights regime.
R$3,000
Max payout (ANAC)
~17M
Annual passengers
~300
Daily flights
Max Compensation
R$3,000
up to per passenger · departing BSB
Average processing: 30–60 days days
Free eligibility check · 5 years from delay date limit · Fee disclosed before signature
01We Know BSB
Brasília handled 17.1 million passengers in 2024. Modern terminal design processes 400+ daily movements. Located on the central plateau, BSB experiences distinct wet (October–March) and dry (April–September) seasons. Smoke from agricultural burning (August–September) can reduce visibility. ANAC success rate is 72%.
Our Success Rate
72%
on BSB-origin claims
Average Payout
R$1,700
per passenger
Peak Disruption Periods
October–March
Wet season thunderstorms, heavy rain
August–September
Agricultural burning smoke, reduced visibility
Political sessions
Peak business travel, schedule congestion
Key Legal Nuance at BSB
What Makes BSB Claims Different
BSB is a key domestic hub connecting to Brazil's interior. The central location means it's less affected by coastal weather. ANAC 400 applies with standard protections. Smoke from 'queimadas' has become an increasing issue during dry season.
02Disruption Causes & Legal Status
What actually causes delays at Brasília International Airport — and whether each cause is extraordinary under EC261.
Wet Season Thunderstorms
May be extraordinaryOctober–March afternoon thunderstorms are common on the central plateau. Lightning and heavy rain cause ground stops and delays.
Severe storms may qualify as extraordinary. Routine seasonal thunderstorms are foreseeable and may not qualify.
Agricultural Smoke (Queimadas)
Not extraordinaryAugust–September burning for agricultural clearance creates smoke haze. Visibility can drop significantly, affecting operations.
Annual agricultural burning is foreseeable and predictable. Airlines and airports plan for this season. NOT extraordinary under ANAC 400.
Political Event Congestion
Not extraordinaryCongressional sessions and political events create demand spikes. Aircraft parking and gate constraints occur.
Scheduled political events are foreseeable. Airlines are responsible for capacity planning. NOT extraordinary circumstances.
Technical Issues
Not extraordinaryAircraft technical problems at BSB. Maintenance availability is good but AOG events still occur.
Technical problems are NEVER extraordinary under ANAC 400. Airlines must compensate for 4+ hour maintenance delays.
03Highest-Disruption Routes
Routes departing BSB with the highest documented delay rates. Based on Eurocontrol CODA data and FlightStats.
| Route | Airline(s) | Delay Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| BSB → GRU (São Paulo) | LATAM, Gol | 10% delay rate — primary connection |
| BSB → GIG (Rio) | LATAM, Gol | 9% delay rate — political route |
| BSB → CGH (Congonhas) | LATAM, Gol | 8% delay rate — business shuttle |
| BSB → FOR (Fortaleza) | LATAM, Gol | 11% delay rate — Northeast connection |
| BSB → SSA (Salvador) | LATAM, Gol | 10% delay rate — coastal route |
04How We Handle BSB Claims
You submit your flight details
Takes 2 minutes. We need your flight number, travel date, and what happened. No paperwork required upfront.
We verify the BSB-specific cause
File via ANAC SAC portal with boarding pass and delay documentation. ANAC 400 applies to all BSB departures. Reference the regulation in your complaint.
Submission, escalation, and payment
Keep all delay announcements and communications. Smoke-related delays in August–September are NOT extraordinary — document these carefully.
05EC261 at Brasília International Airport
Regulation covering departures from BSB
ANAC Resolution 400 applies to all BSB departures. Same 4-hour threshold and R$3,000 maximum as other Brazilian airports.
06Frequently Asked Questions
Real questions from passengers who flew from BSB.
Does smoke from agricultural burning qualify as extraordinary?
No. Annual 'queimadas' are foreseeable and occur every August–September. Airlines and airports plan for this season. It does NOT qualify as extraordinary circumstances.
Is BSB different from other Brazilian airports for claims?
No. ANAC Resolution 400 applies uniformly across Brazil. The same 4-hour threshold, compensation tiers, and claim process apply at BSB as at GRU or GIG.