EU261 / UK261 Flight Compensation Checker

Answer 4 questions — see if the airline owes you €250–600, then generate a ready-to-send claim letter.

Quick answer: Free EU261 flight compensation checker: delayed 3+ hours, cancelled or denied boarding? Check if you're owed €250–600 and generate a ready claim letter.

What happened?

Your flight

Flight distance

Reason the airline gave

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Your name

Booking reference

Flight number

Flight date

How to use

Answer the 4 questions about your disrupted flight.
See instantly whether EU261/UK261 owes you €250–600.
Fill your details to generate a formal claim letter — copy and send it to the airline for free.

General information only — not medical, financial or legal advice. Figures cross-checked against public official sources (IRS / HMRC / NHS / WHO guidance); content last reviewed September 2026. For decisions that matter, confirm with a licensed professional in your country.

About this tool

Under EU Regulation 261/2004 and UK261, passengers get €250–600 (or £) when a flight is delayed 3+ hours, cancelled with under 14 days' notice, or they're denied boarding — when the cause is within the airline's control. Amounts depend on flight distance. The 2026 reform shortened the claim window to 9 months, so check early. This tool estimates eligibility and generates a formal claim letter you can send to the airline yourself — keeping 100% of the compensation.

FAQ

How much can I claim?

€250 for flights under 1,500 km; €400 for 1,500–3,500 km; €600 over 3,500 km. UK amounts mirror this in pounds.

Which flights are covered?

Flights departing from the EU/UK (any airline), and flights arriving in the EU/UK on an EU/UK airline.

What are 'extraordinary circumstances'?

Weather, ATC strikes, security risks — the airline owes nothing for these. Technical faults and crew issues usually count in your favour.

How long do I have to claim?

For disruptions before the 2026 reform, claim windows of 2–6 years applied in most EU/UK jurisdictions. New rules shorten this — check early. If the airline stalls ~2 months, escalate free via your country's Aviation ADR scheme — no claims company (they take 20–35%) is needed.

Should I take a voucher instead of cash?

Airlines often offer travel vouchers (sometimes worth more than the €600 cash). Cash is your legal right for a qualifying 3+ hour delay — accept a voucher only if it genuinely suits you.

Is this legal advice?

No — it is an informative estimate based on published regulation bands.

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