Your Rights with Ryanair: Compensation and Refund Explained

How Often Are Ryanair Flights Delayed?

According to the latest aviation data →

However, with such a huge volume of daily operations, delays remain an unavoidable part of air travel — and that’s where your rights as a passenger come in

Under EC 261, you may be entitled to financial compensation if your Ryanair flight was →

Ryanair DAC, founded in 1984, is an Irish low-cost airline headquartered in Swords, Dublin, with primary operational hubs in Dublin and London Stansted. As an EU-based carrier, nearly all of its flights are protected under EU Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004 — one of the strongest air passenger rights laws in the world.

The compensation you’re entitled to depends on the distance of your flight and the length of the delay

These amounts apply only if the airline is responsible for the disruption. That's why expert claim assessment matters.

There are situations where Ryanair (or any airline) is not legally obligated to pay compensation. These include:

(e.g., storms, dense fog)

beyond the airline’s control (e.g., terrorism alerts)

Did you know?

In most EU countries, you have up to 3 years to submit your Ryanair flight delay or cancellation compensation claim.

🕓 Don’t delay — late claims may be invalid or more difficult to prove.

Yes — Ryanair offers an online compensation form on their website. This process requires:

  • - Filling out the form (only available in English),
  • - Uploading documents such as your boarding pass, flight number, and confirmation of the delay,
  • - Waiting for Ryanair to review your case.

However, be aware:

  • - if your claim is rejected, there’s limited recourse.
  • - a single phone call or email to customer service rarely leads to a reversal.

Legal action is expensive and risky, especially if you lose — court costs may exceed the compensation itself.

More and more passengers rely on Flywize to secure their rightful compensation — faster, with less stress, and no legal headaches.
With Flywize, you get:

✅ Compensation of up to €250–€600, processed by experts
✅ No upfront fees – you pay only if we win your case
✅ Full legal representation, including appeals or court cases
✅ Friendly support in Slovak language
✅ Fast and fair processing by a team that understands EC 261 law

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