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EasyJet Apologises After Diversion Leaves Family Overnight in Split, Offers Refund for Lost Night

The carrier cites a crew medical emergency, with scarce hotel availability during peak season.

Overview

  • A Luton-to-Crete flight diverted to Split, Croatia, after a crew member required urgent medical assistance.
  • Passengers were first told accommodation would be arranged before being advised to sort lodging themselves.
  • The Rainey family report sleeping on the closed terminal floor overnight and losing nearly a full day of their trip.
  • easyJet says it attempted to secure rooms and will reimburse customers who booked their own hotels, meals and transport.
  • Following media inquiries, the airline apologised, contacted the family and offered a goodwill refund for the lost night.