Can I claim from Ryanair for a delay over 3 hours?

Yes. If your Ryanair flight arrived at the destination more than 3 hours late and the cause was not an extraordinary circumstance, you are entitled to compensation of between €250 and €600 depending on the distance.

Does Ryanair accept out-of-court claims?

Ryanair responds to out-of-court claims within 30 to 45 days. In some cases they offer vouchers instead of cash, but you have the right to demand monetary payment.

What do I do if Ryanair rejects my claim?

If Ryanair rejects your claim or does not respond, we can escalate to AESA (State Aviation Safety Agency) or start legal proceedings. The litigation commission is 30% + VAT.

Does Ryanair have to compensate me if the delay was due to bad weather?

If the bad weather was genuinely extraordinary and unforeseeable, Ryanair may be exempt from financial compensation. However, it is still obliged to provide assistance (food, drink, accommodation if necessary).

How long do I have to claim from Ryanair?

In Spain, the limitation period is 4 years from the flight date. We recommend claiming as soon as possible to preserve all documentation.

Can I claim if Ryanair offered me an alternative flight?

Yes, in some cases. If the alternative flight arrived more than 2 hours later than the original, or if the delay was considerable, you may still be entitled to partial or full compensation.

What documentation do I need to claim from Ryanair?

You need the booking confirmation, flight number, date and departure airport. If you have the boarding pass, even better. AviFly guides you through the entire process.

Does Ryanair compensate same-day cancellations?

Yes. If the cancellation was notified less than 14 days in advance and Ryanair cannot prove force majeure, you are entitled to financial compensation and a refund or alternative flight.

How does AviFly know if my Ryanair flight meets the requirements?

By entering the flight number and date, our system automatically checks the flight history, actual delay and EU261 criteria. The analysis is free and without obligation.

How much does AviFly charge to claim from Ryanair?

AviFly's out-of-court commission is 15% + VAT on the compensation obtained. If the claim goes to court, the commission is 30% + VAT. If we don't win, we charge nothing.

Low Cost — EU261

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Ryanair massively rejects direct claims: more than 90% of passengers who claim without an intermediary receive nothing. With an agency, response time is 60-90 days; claiming alone can stretch to 2 years. Difficulty VERY HIGH — professional support is essential.

Common incidents

Rejects most direct claims
Delays over 3 hours on high-traffic routes
Frequent overbooking in peak season

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Response time

VERY HIGH

60-90 days (with agency), up to 2 years (direct)

Mass rejection. Without intermediary: >90% receive nothing

Common rejection reasons

Mass rejection without real legal justification
Claim extraordinary circumstances (weather, ATC) indiscriminately
Offer vouchers instead of cash compensation
Request additional documentation to delay the process until the passenger gives up

Tips to claim

Never claim directly from Ryanair: systematic rejection means >90% of passengers receive nothing without an intermediary.
Keep your boarding pass and booking confirmation — they are essential evidence.
If Ryanair offers a voucher instead of cash, you have the right to refuse it and demand monetary payment under EU261.

EU261 COMPENSATION

How much you can claim by incident type

Flight cancellation

€250–600

If the airline cancels your flight with less than 14 days notice and it is not due to force majeure.

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WHY AVIFLY

Specialists in passenger rights

Our legal team handles out-of-court claims with only 15% + VAT on what is recovered, and litigation with 30% + VAT. No win, no fee.

EU261

European regulation specialists

15%

Lowest out-of-court commission

100%

Digital process — no paperwork

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You only need a few minutes and basic flight data to verify if you're entitled to compensation. We handle everything for you.

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No upfront cost

Only 15% + VAT if we win

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Frequent overbooking in peak season

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