Quick Facts about Easyjet Cancellation Compensation
Under EU Regulation 261/2004, EasyJet flights departing from EU/UK airports qualify for €250-€600. This applies if notified less than 14 days ahead and not due to extraordinary circumstances. Claims have up to 6 years in the EU (5 in UK). AireClaim manages everything with no upfront fees and a 98% success rate. You also get rights to refunds, rebooking, and care like meals or hotels during waits.
EasyJet Flight Cancellation reclamation guide
Question | Quick Answer |
What law applies? | EU Regulation 261/2004 provides up to €600 if notified <14 days before, not extraordinary, on EU flights. Source: EC.europa.eu. |
Who is eligible? |
Passengers on EasyJet flights departing from EU/UK airports or arriving on EU carriers. |
Compensation amount | €250-€600 depending on the flight distance. |
AireClaim success rate? | 98%, no upfront costs. |
Time limit to claim? |
Up to 6 years in EU (5 years in UK). |
Extra rights? | Refund/rebooking, meals, hotel accommodation. |
When You´re Eligible for EasyJet Compensation?
You can claim if EasyJet notified you less than 14 days before takeoff. Common triggers include operational hiccups or crew shortages at busy hubs like Gatwick. This applies when your rebooked flight lands 2-4+ hours late (depending on distance). It covers flights to/from EU/UK on EasyJet. True extraordinary circumstances like severe weather or widespread ATC strikes do not qualify.
✅ EasyJet notified you less than 14 days before departure.
✅ The flight departed from an EU/UK airport or landed in the EU with EasyJet.
✅ Your alternative flight arrived 2- 4+ hours later (depending on distance).
✅ The cancellation was due to operational or staffing issues.
✅ The cancellation was not caused by extraordinary circumstances.
❌ The cancellation was caused by extraordinary circumstances (e.g. severe weather, airport-wide ATC shutdowns).
❌ EasyJet informed you 14+ days in advance.
❌ You voluntarily changed or missed the flight.
An EasyJet flight from Amsterdam to Milan cancelled 6 days before departure, with rebooking arriving 3 hours late → €400 compensation per passenger.
Compensation Amounts
EU261 Art. 5 sets fixed payouts by distance. These stand independent of your ticket price:
Distance
| Compensation | Example Route (EasyJet) |
<1,500 km | €250 | Dublin to Berlin |
1,500-3,500 km | €400 | London to Rome |
>3,500 km | €600 | EU to Morocco |
Do not forget meals and hotels under Art. 9. EasyJet axed 551 flights in December 2025 alone. That marks a 30% jump year-over-year. It hit key spots like Gatwick and Amsterdam hard. Overall, they clocked 87% on-time performance across 46,000+ flights amid rapid growth.
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Vouchers vs Cash: The EasyJet reality
EasyJet loves pushing vouchers with tight expiration dates. EU law demands cash if you're eligible. Taking a voucher doesn't kill your compensation claim. You can still chase a full ticket refund plus the payout. AireClaim steps in to fight common denials. They often blame "extraordinary circumstances" for issues they could control, such as staff shortages.
Why EasyJet Often Denies Claims
They rarely pay out voluntarily. Instead, you will see tactics like skipping rights notifications. They favor vouchers over cash. They lean on weather or ATC excuses, even when controllable. Post-Brexit UK261 snags add confusion for Gatwick routes.
Take a real scenario: Lisbon to Brussels got cancelled with 48 hours notice. EasyJet denied it. We secured €250.
How to Claim with AireClaim
Getting your payout feels straightforward. Fill out our form in minutes. We take it from there:
- Share flight details like airports, dates, and notice period.
- Upload your booking (or we will fetch it).
- Get our free EU261/UK261 eligibility review.
- We deal with EasyJet, including court if needed.
- Cash in hand within 4-8 weeks (just 30% fee on success).
Fully online and multilingual. Perfect for Spain-to-Gatwick flyers.
Why choose us? 98% win rate against EasyJet. Specialists in strike claims at hubs like Madrid. We cover extras expenses like acommodation and meals.
Why file your delayed flight claim for EasyJet with AireClaim ?
Professional claim services deliver higher success rates than going solo, especially against tough denials. They expertly handle "extraordinary circumstances" excuses that airlines overuse to dodge payouts. Forget paperwork or legal British Airways ttles - everything stays simple on your end. Payouts arrive faster too, typically in 4-6 weeks. Plus, their deep EU261 knowledge ensures nothing slips through the cracks.
EasyJet Cancellation Statistics in Europe
EasyJet, a leading European low-cost airline, experienced significant disruptions in 2025, including cancellations.
- Total flights operated: 46,710 in December 2025, showing an annual growth of +7.42 %, reflecting expanding operations and demand.
- On-time performance: EasyJet achieved an 87.29% punctuality rate, improving year-on-year by +3.04%, indicating a generally reliable service even during peak travel periods.
- Cancellations: 551 flights were cancelled in December 2025, which represents an increase of +30.26% compared with the previous year - a factor many passengers should be aware of when planning travel or claiming compensation.
- Major British Airways ses affected: London Gatwick, Amsterdam, Berlin, Milan
EasyJet Cancellation Compensation Common Scenarios
| Flight Distance
| Notice < 14 days | Compensation | Example Route (Easyjet) | Source |
<1,500 km | Yes | €250 | Gatwick to Berlin | EU261 Art. 5 |
1,500-3,500 km | Yes | €400 | London to Rome | EU261 Art. 5 |
>3,500 km | Yes | €600 | EU to Egypt | EU261 Art. 5 |
Any distance | During disruption | Meals/Hotel | All routes | EU261 Art. 9 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Ryanair Flight Cancellation Claims
Under EU Regulation 261/2004 (EU261), passengers may be entitled to financial compensation between €250 and €600 if their flight is cancelled with less than 14 days’ notice.
Yes. EU Regulation 261/2004 applies to all passengers regardless of nationality.
Not compensable if extraordinary circumstances apply; but you can still ask for expenses and refund/rebooking is possible.
You can claim compensation under EU Regulation 261/2004 for up to 6 years, depending on the country where the claim is filed. The exact time limit varies by jurisdiction, but most EU countries allow claims several years after the flight disruption.
Yes. Accepting a travel voucher does not cancel your right to cash compensation under EU Regulation 261/2004.
Vouchers are separate from statutory compensation and cannot replace it unless you explicitly agreed to waive your rights.
You usually need your booking confirmation and any cancellation or delay notice from the airline. If documents are missing, Aireclaim can assist in obtaining the required information.
Yes. If all flights were on the same booking, you may be entitled to EU261 compensation. Eligibility depends on the final arrival delay and whether the cause was within the airline’s control.
Yes. Under EU261, airlines must cover meals, refreshments, and hotel accommodation during long delays or overnight waits. They must also provide transport between the airport and hotel where necessary.
Yes. UK261 applies to UK flight cancellations and largely mirrors EU Regulation 261/2004. Passengers may still be entitled to £220–£520 compensation, depending on flight distance and circumstances.
For flights between 1,500 km and 3,500 km, EU261 sets compensation at €400 per passenger. This applies if the delay or cancellation meets the eligibility conditions under the regulation.
If EasyJet rejects a valid claim, Aireclaim escalates the case legally through ADR or court action where appropriate. We handle the full process on your behalf, with a 98% success rate on eligible claims.