Claim Yourself Or Use AirHelp?
Claim companies take 25–35% of your money. Here's why claiming yourself with the right tools is the smarter choice.
25–35% commission
On €600 compensation, you lose €150–€210
Wait months for payout
Claim companies process slowly — often 3–6 months
You lose control
They handle everything — you can't choose your strategy
May pursue legal action without your consent
Some companies escalate to litigation automatically
On a €600 claim, you receive
€390
You lose €210 to commission
€8.99 one-time — no commission
Fixed fee regardless of claim amount
Instant access to claim package
Professional letters and strategies ready immediately
You stay in control
Choose your tone, strategy, and escalation path
Escalation roadmap included
Step-by-step guidance if the airline rejects your claim
On a €600 claim, you receive
€591
You keep €201 more than with a claim company
Real Example: €600 Long Haul Claim
| Factor | Claim Company | FlightClaimGuide |
|---|---|---|
| Compensation amount | €600 | €600 |
| Their fee | €210 (35%) | €8.99 |
| You receive | €390 | €591.01 |
| Time to start | Days to weeks | Instant |
| Control over process | Low | Full |
| Escalation strategy | Their choice | Your choice |
Common Questions
Is it hard to claim by myself?
Not with the right tools. Our claim package includes professional complaint letters tailored to your airline, a step-by-step escalation roadmap, and an evidence checklist. Most passengers can submit their claim in under 10 minutes.
What if the airline ignores me?
This is common — and exactly why we include an escalation roadmap. After 30 days with no response, you follow up with a firmer letter. After that, you can escalate to the national enforcement body or ADR scheme. We guide you through each step.
Do claim companies have a higher success rate?
Claim companies use the same EU261/UK261 regulations that your claim is based on. The law is the same regardless of who submits the claim. The difference is that they keep a large portion of your compensation.
What about legal action?
Only a tiny percentage of claims ever go to court. Most are resolved through the airline's complaints process or ADR schemes. If legal action is needed, you can still hire a lawyer at that point — and keep your full compensation up front.
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