Boarding refusal at boarding gate

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Today, after checking in my luggage, I arrived at the boarding gate 5 minutes after the planned take off. The woman at the gate refused to let me board even though the airplane was still there and I was standing there like an idiot watching them take out the luggage (which took additional 30 minutes). Why not stop looking for my luggage and just let me in, which would be faster?

(I had an argument with the same person at the check in where she wanted me to pay for 20 kilos excess when I had only 10 kg more than allowed)

Flight from Munich Airport to Tunis Airport with the airline Tunisair.






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What happens if I am denied boarding?

Your airline must offer you an alternative flight. It's up to you whether to fly as soon as possible, or at a later date that suits you. Airlines often refer to this as being 'rerouted'. If you want to fly as soon as possible, your airline must also provide care and assistance while you wait for the flight.

Can I get a refund if I am denied boarding?

There is more, however, and if you were refused boarding, you can choose between the following: A full refund of the cost of your ticket and a return flight to your starting point of departure (in case of connecting flights). A seat on a replacement flight (either as soon as possible or at a later date).

What does denied boarding mean?

Bumping, also known as \u201cdenied boarding,\u201d happens when there are more passengers scheduled to fly on an airplane than available seats. The business practice of bumping is not illegal.

Can an airline refuse boarding?

Yes unfortunately airlines can refuse boarding or remove a passenger from a plane for any reason at all. Even of the passenger has paid full fare for the ticket. Passengers do not have many rights when it comes to being on an airline.



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