The Air Canada flight attendants strike has disrupted travel for hundreds of thousands of passengers.

As travellers scramble to rearrange their plans, many are seeking answers about their rights. They may be surprised to learn that passengers set to depart from most European countries have more protections than those booked on domestic flights.

Here's what you need to know about your rights if your Air Canada travel plans have suddenly unravelled.

You have a right to a rebooked flight

Under Canada's Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR), if your flight is cancelled due to a labour disruption, airlines must offer you a choice between a cash refund or a rebooked flight.

"For better or for worse, you don't have to take the refund," says Ian Jack, spokesperson for the Canadian Autom

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