Imagine this: You’re sipping coffee at Frankfurt Airport, eyeing the departure board, when your Lufthansa flight to New York flashes “CANCELLED.” Heart sinks, plans shatter, what now? If you’ve ever felt that gut punch, you’re among the 1.5 million passengers hit by Lufthansa cancellations in 2024 alone. But here’s the lifeline: Under EU261 and DOT rules, Lufthansa airlines cancelled flights entitle you to full refunds, rebooks, and up to €600 compensation, if you know the ropes.