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I don’t always agree with @JDB. My approach as to prospects of success against BA etc tends to be bolder. However for what it’s worth the advice above is very sound especially because all litigation poses a risk. Potentially putting several thousand on a credit card to “re-route” myself over a few hours difference would likely be too much of a gamble even for me. The risk/benefit/effort calculation doesn’t fall in favour of paying for my own return flight and seeking reimbursement from the airline in these circumstances.
Secondly, “self-rerouters” are often going to have to fight their way through CEDR/Court which is time consuming and for non-lawyers often daunting. I thoroughly enjoyed the process but then I’m a lawyer and BA flat out refused to provide me with any flight at all and demanded I took a refund!
I really do think it is worth pursuing airlines where they are taking the mick or your alternative flight need is strong but as to what “taking the mick” is will vary from person to person. @meta has reported over the years superb success in circumstances I probably wouldn’t have fought over. You pay your money and take your chances!
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