London to Madrid flight compensation
You're likely owed £220 under UK261 for this 1,244 km flight.
What you're owed on LHR–MAD, by situation
Assuming the disruption was within the airline's control. Figures are computed for this exact 1,244 km route under UK261 (United Kingdom).
| If your flight was… | Verdict | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delayed 3–4 hours | Likely owed | £220 |
| Delayed 5+ hours | Likely owed | £220 |
| Cancelled (short notice) | Likely owed | £220 |
| Overbooked / bumped | Likely owed | £220 |
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3-letter IATA code from your boarding pass.
Your final destination, not a connection.
Arrival delay is what counts — not how late you took off.
Cancellations told 14+ days ahead aren't compensated.
Only matters for flights arriving INTO the EU/UK from outside.
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UK261 — your full rights
£220 / £350 / £520 by distance, for delays of 3+ hours. Care, refunds, deadlines and how to claim.
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Frequently asked questions
How much compensation for a delayed LHR–MAD flight?
For an airline-caused delay of 3+ hours you're likely owed £220 under UK261 (United Kingdom), because LHR–MAD is a 1,244 km flight.
Which law covers a LHR–MAD flight?
Your flight departs the UK, so UK261 — the UK's retained version of EU261 — applies regardless of the airline.
How far is LHR to MAD?
The great-circle distance is 1,244 km (773 miles) — and that distance is exactly what sets the EU261/UK261 compensation band.