EU261 / UK261 Regulation

Flight Delay Compensation

Under EU261 (and UK261 post-Brexit), you can claim up to £520 for flights delayed by 3 hours or more, cancelled, or if you were denied boarding.

£220

Short haul (under 1,500km)

London to Paris, Amsterdam, Dublin

£350

Medium haul (1,500-3,500km)

London to Rome, Athens, Istanbul

£520

Long haul (over 3,500km)

London to New York, Dubai, Tokyo

Check Your Eligibility

How long was your delay on arrival?

Flight distance

Was the delay caused by extraordinary circumstances?

(e.g. severe weather, air traffic strikes, volcanic ash, security threats)

Copy this template and fill in your details. Send it to the airline's customer service or claims department.

Submit your claim directly to the airline. Most airlines have online claim forms.

Flight delays are just one type of claim. Check what else you might be owed.