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Are you owed flight compensation? Check your EU261/UK261 eligibility in under a minute — delayed, cancelled, or bumped flights covered. This is a general estimate, not legal advice. Actual eligibility depends on full circumstances verified by a claims service or airline.

Check whether your delayed, cancelled, or overbooked flight entitles you to compensation under EU261 or UK261 regulation — free, instant, no sign-up.

Data verified: August 2026
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    How EU261 & UK261 actually work

    EU Regulation 261/2004 (EC 261) and its UK equivalent (UK261) are among the strongest passenger rights laws in the world. They require airlines to pay fixed cash compensation when they cause significant disruptions — not just vouchers or miles.

    The regulation applies when you depart from an EU or UK airport with any airline, or when you fly into the EU or UK with an EU/UK-registered carrier. It does not apply to flights that both depart and arrive outside the EU/UK on a non-EU/UK airline.

    Airlines are exempt from paying compensation only when the disruption was caused by extraordinary circumstances they could not have avoided — defined as severe weather, airport/ATC strikes, political instability, or security events. Technical faults, staffing shortages, aircraft rotations, and airline staff strikes do not qualify as extraordinary.

    Even when the airline owes no cash compensation, you are always entitled to duty of care: meals and refreshments during the wait, and hotel accommodation plus transport if delayed overnight.

    Distance Route type Standard compensation Reduced (3–4h long-haul)
    Short-haul < 1,500 km €250 —
    Medium-haul 1,500–3,500 km €400 —
    Long-haul > 3,500 km €600 €300
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    This tool provides a general estimate based on EU261/UK261 regulation criteria and does not constitute legal advice. Actual eligibility depends on full circumstances verified by a claims service or airline.

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    Sources & accuracy

    Where this data comes from

    Compensation eligibility and amounts are based on EU Regulation 261/2004 (EU261) and the UK261 equivalent, as published by the European Commission and the UK Civil Aviation Authority. [Detailed primary-source list: to be documented.]

    Last verified: 3 August 2026 · Report outdated information →

    Compensation rules have exceptions and depend on flight distance, delay length, and cause. Always confirm your eligibility with the official regulator or your airline.

    FAQ

    Flight compensation FAQs

    Common questions about EU261 and UK261 compensation for delays, cancellations, and overbooking. This is general guidance — always confirm with official authorities.

    How much compensation am I owed for a delayed flight?

    Under EU261 and UK261, flights arriving 3 or more hours late may qualify for EUR 250 to 600 depending on distance, if the delay was the airline's fault. Confirm your specific case against the official rules.

    Does EU261 apply to flights outside the EU?

    It applies to flights departing the EU or UK on any airline, and to flights arriving in the EU or UK on EU or UK carriers. Other routes may be covered by different rules, so check the official guidance for your route.

    Can I claim compensation for a cancelled flight?

    Yes, cancelled flights may qualify for compensation plus a refund or re-routing under EU261 and UK261, depending on notice and cause. Always confirm eligibility with the official civil aviation authority.

    What if my flight was delayed by weather?

    Extraordinary circumstances like severe weather generally exempt the airline from paying compensation, though care such as meals and hotels may still be owed. Verify your situation with official sources.

    Compensation rules are complex and depend on the specific circumstances. PlanTrippr provides general guidance only — always confirm your rights with the official civil aviation authority or your airline.