Originally Posted by
chococat
Just to clarify, IDB does get some compensation (a fixed amount), rebooking, and possibly accommodations if they are available but you won't get reimbursed for your non-refundable hotel reservation and other personal expenses. If I get IDB'ed on my way to sign a million dollar contract and I lose the client, the airline does not owe me a million dollars.
Thanks for the clarification, what I meant was the amount I calculated I would be owed for a long delay would be enough to cover those expenses, so while it would be extremely inconvenient I wouldn't be out any money.