Does Loganair Fall Under Regulation UK261 or Regulation EU261?

Many passengers aren’t sure whether Regulation UK261 or Regulation EU261 applies to their flight — especially when travelling with airlines that operate routes between the UK and Europe. This confusion is very common, because the rules are similar and the eligibility depends on details like where your flight departed from and which airline operated it.

The good news is that both UK261 and EU261 are designed to protect passenger rights when flights are delayed, cancelled, or when boarding is denied. However, they apply in slightly different situations, which can affect whether you qualify for compensation and which rules you need to follow when making a claim.

In this article, we’ll explain whether Loganair flights fall under UK261 or EU261, how each regulation works, and what your rights are if your flight is disrupted.

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About Loganair

Loganair is a UK-based airline and it mainly flies domestic UK routes.

In addition to UK flights, Loganair also operates flights to a few destinations in Norway and Denmark (depending on the season and schedule).

This matters because the airline’s “nationality” or base of operations can play a role in deciding which flight compensation rules apply. Since Loganair is a UK airline, its flights are covered by Regulation UK261, especially when they depart from the UK.

What Is Regulation UK261?

Regulation UK261 is a passenger rights regulation that protects travellers flying to, from, or within the UK when their flight is disrupted. It is the UK version of Regulation EU261 and works in a very similar way.

UK261 applies in cases such as:

• Flight delays (typically 3+ hours at the final destination)
• Flight cancellations, especially last-minute cancellations
• Denied boarding due to overbooking, when passengers are refused travel involuntarily

However, compensation is not guaranteed in every case. A key requirement under UK261 is that the disruption must be the airline’s responsibility. For example, technical issues, operational problems, or airline staffing issues including staff strikes may qualify.

Regulation UK261 and EU261 also state that when a flight is disrupted, passengers have a right to care. If a flight is cancelled, passengers are also entitled to either a refund or a replacement flight. Importantly, these rights do not depend on the airline being at fault. They still apply even when the disruption is caused by extraordinary circumstances, such as severe weather.

What Is Regulation EU261?

Regulation EU261 is a European passenger rights regulation that protects travellers when their flight is delayed, cancelled, or overbooked. It applies to flights departing from an EU/EEA airport, and also to flights arriving in the EU/EEA if operated by an EU airline.

EU261, just like UK251, protects all passengers regardless of nationality, as long as the flight meets the eligibility rules. It is very similar to UK261, with nearly the same compensation rules and passenger rights, including refunds, rebooking, and the right to care.

So, Does Loganair Fall Under Regulation UK261 or EU261?

In most cases, Loganair flights fall under Regulation UK261. That’s because Loganair is a UK-based airline and most of its routes operate within the UK or depart from UK airports.

However, EU261 may still apply in certain situations, depending on where your flight departs from. The key factor is not just the airline, but also the flight’s departure airport. This means a Loganair flight can sometimes fall under EU rules if it departs from an EU/EEA country.

UK261 vs EU261 for Loganair Flights (Examples)

Situation	Regulation That Applies	Example
Loganair flight departs from the UK (domestic)	UK261 ✅	Manchester → Southampton
Loganair flight departs from the UK to an EU/EEA country	UK261 ✅	Aberdeen → Dublin
Loganair flight departs from the EU/EEA to the UK	EU261 ✅	Dublin → Aberdeen

How Much Is Flight Compensation?

The compensation amounts under Regulation UK261 and Regulation EU261 are almost the same, because the regulations follow the same structure. The main difference is how the payment may be made — EU261 is usually paid in euros, while UK261 is often paid in pounds.

Flight compensation is based on flight distance.

Longer flights usually qualify for higher compensation amounts.

Under both Regulation UK261 and EU261, airlines must pay compensation in cash or by bank transfer, unless you voluntarily agree to vouchers or travel credit. Airlines cannot force you to accept vouchers instead of money.

When your destination is within the EU/UK:

When your destination is outside the EU/UK:

How to Claim Loganair Compensation?

There are two ways how you can claim compensation from Loganair.

One of the options is to contact Loganair yourself. Call Loganair of fill their online form. Fill in the form, give all the details about your flight, including how long was the delay, and what was the reason for delay. Refer to the Regulation UK261 or the EC Regulation 261/2004 (if it was a flight from the EU/EEA). 

Don’t forget that compensation claims take a while.

You won’t receive compensation right away. 

The second option is — legal representation.

It’s the easiest of the two options.

If you don’t want to deal with the airline, in case it rejects your claim, or some other problems arise, work with a flight compensation company. You will work with a team of legal professionals who will do everything on your behalf. 

All you have to do is to fill in and sign one form. Our partners offer such services.

Do you have more questions about Regulation UK261 or EU261? Ask in the comments.

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