UK261 guide
UK261 flight compensation claims.
UK261 broadly mirrors the passenger compensation structure that applied before Brexit, but UK-specific routing, authorities, ADR, currency, and limitation issues still need review.
Key points
- UK routes and UK carriers may fall under UK261.
- Escalation may involve ADR, the CAA, or a legal partner depending on the airline and route.
- AirReclaim requires authorization and evidence before handling the claim.
When UK261 may apply
UK261 may be relevant for flights departing the UK or certain arrivals operated by UK carriers. Route, operating carrier, disruption type, and timing determine whether review is worthwhile.
What AirReclaim checks
The reviewer checks final arrival delay, cancellation notice, rerouting, denied-boarding facts, airline responsibility, documents, and whether the escalation route is available.
Customer controls
The customer sees fee estimates, document requirements, authorization summary, airline response, and payout state before sensitive steps proceed.