3 hoursIf your flight has been cancelled or delayed 3 hours or more (on arrival) and is caused by a reason within the control of Ryanair, you may be entitled to compensation, click here. Expenses claims will not be accepted for delays less than 2 hours.
How long do you have to claim on Ryanair?
Customers who wish to submit expenses for travel/transport/or refreshments or a compensation claim following a flight cancellation or delay over 3 hours on arrival can click below to access the EU261 claim form. We aim to process your claim within 10 days.
How long after flight can I claim?
The best time to make a claim for flight compensationIn our experience we've had no problems making successful claims for compensation as far back as six years from the date of the flight, although we would point out that leaving it close to the end of limitation will place a certain amount of pressure on proceedings.
How do I claim reimbursement from Ryanair?
If you wish to apply for a refund, you must complete our customer verification process by: Downloading, completing and submitting the customer verification form here. Ryanair will then process the refund directly to you. Why is my refund amount different to what I paid?
How much compensation does Ryanair give?
Your flight delay compensation will be calculated based on distance travelled. So in accordance with EC261, the compensation amount for flight delays is: 250€ for flight of 1,500km and under. 400€ for flights travelling between 1,500km and 3,500km.
Does Ryanair have a grace period?
We allow a grace period of 24 hours from the time of your original booking to correct any minor errors you may have made (dates/times) free of charge. We also allow you to reverse the route if you've booked your flights incorrectly (e.g., you may change DUB to STN to STN to DUB).
What are the conditions for Ryanair refund?
If your flight has been cancelled; If you have experienced a flight delay of over 5 hours; If your scheduled time of departure is delayed by at least 5 hours; In the case of a very serious illness or bereavement of a booked passenger or bereavement of an immediate family member who is not travelling with you.
How long can you claim Ryanair?
How far back can you claim eu261?
Deadlines to Claim Your EU261 compensation
| Deadline | Country |
|---|---|
| 5 years | Bulgaria, France, Greece, Hungary, Spain |
| 6 years | Cyprus, Ireland, UK (except Scotland) |
| 10 years | Lithuania, Luxembourg |
| No limit | Malta |
How long delay can you claim?
Crucially, it's about when you arrive, not when you leave. You'll start being eligible for compensation if your flight arrives three hours (or more) later than scheduled. So if you're on a flight that takes off four hours late but lands two hours 55 minutes late, you won't be eligible.
How much is the Ryanair compensation claim?
So in accordance with EC261, the compensation amount for flight delays is: 250€ for flight of 1,500km and under. 400€ for flights travelling between 1,500km and 3,500km. 600€ for flights over 3,500km.
Do Ryanair give refunds for cancelled flights?
Scope of Ticket Price Refund by Ryanair. Ryanair's policy generally does not provide any refunds for cancelled flights. If a passenger does not show up for a flight, the company generally does not provide any refunds.
Does Ryanair reimburse Cancelled flights?
In rare instances where Ryanair has cancelled your flight, failed to operate the flight reasonably according to schedule or you were denied boarding you may be entitled to a refund in accordance with Regulation (EC) 261/2004.
Can I get a refund from Ryanair if I cant fly?
Can I get a refund? Ryanair may refund you the cost of your flight ticket in the form of a travel credit if you become 'seriously ill' and are therefore unable to travel. If you have a serious illness, diagnosed within 6 weeks of your booked flight, you can apply here.
Is it legal for airlines to not give refunds?
Non-refundable tickets – Consumers who purchase non-refundable tickets are not entitled to a refund unless the airline makes a promise to provide a refund or the airline cancels a flight or makes a significant schedule change.