How to Claim Ryanair Compensation — Step by Step Guide
how to claim ryanair compensation
Ryanair is one of the most complained-about airlines in Europe. If your Ryanair flight was delayed over 3 hours, cancelled, or you were denied boarding, you are likely entitled to up to €600 compensation under EC261/2004. Here is exactly how to claim it.
Option 1: Use Sky Pro Claims (Recommended)
The easiest way to claim Ryanair compensation is to submit through Sky Pro Claims. You provide your flight details and we handle everything — the claim letter, chasing Ryanair, ADR escalation, and court if needed. There is no upfront cost and you pay nothing unless we win.
Option 2: Claim Directly Through Ryanair
Go to Ryanair’s website and navigate to their compensation claim form. You will need: your booking reference, flight number, flight date, and a description of the disruption. Ryanair’s form is intentionally difficult — they often reject claims for minor errors or missing information.
Option 3: Escalate to ADR
If Ryanair rejects your direct claim, you can escalate to an ADR body. In the UK this is PACT (Passenger Aviation Conflict resolution) or CEDR. In Ireland, it is the Commission for Aviation Regulation. In other EU countries, the national enforcement body handles it. ADR is free for passengers.
What You Need to Claim
You need: your flight number, the date of travel, your booking confirmation, evidence of the delay or cancellation (boarding passes, airport photos, delay notifications from Ryanair), and your bank details for payment. The more documentation you have, the stronger your claim.