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Free eligibility checks

# Am I eligible for compensation?

Six situations UK travellers ask about most — each broken into a plain "you likely are / are not eligible" checklist, what you're owed, and the exact claim letter to send.

Eligibility for flight and holiday compensation depends entirely on what happened. FlightLogic breaks down 6 common scenarios — denied boarding, missed connections, downgrades, schedule changes, package cancellations, and strikes — with the rules and realistic payout for each. Start with the scenario that matches your trip.

## Eligibility FAQ

### Are these eligibility checks a guarantee I will be paid?

No. These pages set out the general legal position under UK261, the Montreal Convention, and the Package Travel Regulations, based on the facts most commonly at issue in each scenario. Airlines and operators assess claims individually, and unusual facts can change the outcome. Use these checklists to judge your chances before you claim, not as a guarantee.

### What if my situation involves more than one scenario, like a missed connection caused by a strike?

Read both relevant pages — the compensation rules stack together. For example, whether a missed connection is claimable depends on your booking type (single vs separate tickets), and separately, whether the original delay was within the airline's control or genuinely extraordinary.

### Where do I send a claim once I know I am eligible?

Each scenario links to the matching free letter template in our Letter Templates hub, which you can fill in and send directly to the airline, tour operator, or insurer — no claims management company needed.