Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) Flight Compensation

Rize-Artvin Airport (RZV) opened in 2022 as Turkey's second airport built on reclaimed land, after Ordu-Giresun. It is the main gateway for travellers heading to Ayder and the Kaçkar mountains, with regular services to Istanbul and Ankara.

The Eastern Black Sea's wet, changeable climate can occasionally affect operations; but not every delay automatically counts as weather-related. Late-arriving aircraft or operational planning issues can still create a right to compensation.

Flights to and from Rize-Artvin Airport are covered by Turkey's SHY-YOLCU regulation, and EU261 can also apply on Europe-linked services. On eligible flights, compensation ranges from €250 to €600 by distance and can be claimed up to 3 years back.

Compensation by distance

0–1,500 km

€250

1,500–3,500 km

€400

3,500+ km

€600

If your flight at RZV is delayed or cancelled

Note the cause and length of the delay; ask the airline for a written statement.
Keep your boarding pass, ticket and booking documents.
Use the care the airline must provide — meals, communication and accommodation where applicable. Accepting them does not waive your compensation.
Run a free 2-minute check with your flight details.