Flight Delay Compensation from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Every flight departing this EU/EEA/Swiss airport is covered by EU261 — regardless of airline.
How much you're owed
| Flight distance | UK261 | EU261 |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 1,500 km | £220 | €250 |
| 1,500 – 3,500 km | £350 | €400 |
| Over 3,500 km | £520 | €600 |
Delay claims need arrival 3+ hours late at your final destination; cancellations depend on notice period and rerouting times. The free check applies the exact rules for you.
Airlines flying from Amsterdam Schiphol
What airlines will argue — and what counts
Airlines must prove "extraordinary circumstances": severe weather, ATC restrictions, third-party strikes, security risks. Not extraordinary: technical faults, the airline's own staff strikes, crew scheduling, knock-on delays.
Deadlines
England & Wales: 6 years from the flight. Scotland: 5. EU countries vary (1–6 years). File early.
Claim from Amsterdam Schiphol in 3 steps
- Free eligibility check — exact statutory result in 60 seconds.
- Hand it to ClaimPilot: we draft, file and chase — every 14 days, escalating to the enforcement body when justified.
- Airline pays you directly; you keep 85%. No win, no fee.
Nearby airports
Informational content, not legal advice. Updated 3 November 2026.