Your Rights with Ryanair: Compensation and Refund Explained
How Often Are Ryanair Flights Delayed?
Ryanair operates one of the largest low-cost fleets in Europe and is known for its high-frequency flight schedule. But how reliable is it when it comes to delays?
According to the latest aviation data →
21,617 Ryanair flights were recorded in a single 24-hour period.
Approximately 69.8% of those flights arrived on time.
In early 2025, Ryanair improved its on-time performance to over 90% on certain days, reflecting solid operational discipline.
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
Your Rights Under EC 261 (Ryanair Flight Compensation Rules)
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.
Delayed by 3 hours or more upon arrival.
Cancelled with less than 14 days notice
Denied boarding due to overbooking or operational issues
How Much Compensation Can You Get?
The compensation you’re entitled to depends on the distance of your flight and the length of the delay
Up to 1 500 km
More than 3 hours
250 €
1 500 km - 3 500 km
More than 3 hours
400 €
More than 3 500 km (non-EU)
More than 4 hours
600 €
These amounts apply only if the airline is responsible for the disruption. That's why expert claim assessment matters.
What Doesn’t Count? Exceptional Circumstances
There are situations where Ryanair (or any airline) is not legally obligated to pay compensation. These include:
Extreme weather conditions
(e.g., storms, dense fog)
Airport or air traffic control issues
Security threats
beyond the airline’s control (e.g., terrorism alerts)
However, you are likely entitled to compensation if the disruption was caused by:
Technical or mechanical problems weather conditions
Crew scheduling issues
Strikes by Ryanair staff
According to independent travel data, up to 30% of passengers who claim on their own are rejected, even when their case may be valid.
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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