AviationADR Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Considering 453 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the service for effectively resolving disputes and securing refunds or compensation from airlines. Many found the process clear, professional, and efficient, appreciating the support and regular updates provided, often leading to successful outcomes even when airlines initially refused to pay. However, some customers noted the process could be slow, with long response times from both the company and airlines. A few also felt claim outcomes were not always favorable, citing issues where adjudicators misunderstood cases or ignored evidence. Additionally, some reviewers mentioned claims marked as paid but compensation not received.

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Customer service

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Refund

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The organisation processed our complaint against an airline thoroughly and fairly. Rightly, they found in our favour and required that the relevant airline provide us with compensation. The website i... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Took 3 months but eventually got the right result in my claim against EasyJet after they bumped me from an overbooked flight. Tool on the website is a bit clunky and not easy to follow, and everything... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

After 9 months we finally received the compensation for the delayed flights we were legally entitled to from KLM with Aviation ADR intervention. Without them I would probably be still waiting and havi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

In January 2026 KLM has cancelled our flights from Frankfurt to Norwich with a change in Amsterdam without providing us with accommodation or alternative route. As the result it costed us over €1... See more

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AviationADR is approved and regulated by the Civil Aviation Authority to provide alternative dispute resolution services in the aviation sector. The company is not for profit and is independent and impartial. AviationADR can deal with disputes between passengers and airlines that subscribe to its service, as listed on www.cdrl.org.uk.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service

Brilliant service. Submitted my claim and basically AviationADR did the rest. They kept me informed at every step and it was concluded within 3 months and compensation paid by the airline. I would strongly recommend people using them.

28 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Simon,

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that we were able to help resolve your case in a timely manner and provide a positive experience!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Restoring faith in the complaints system.

Sought assistance from AviationADR when a well known airline was refusing to refund expenses incurred after a diverted flight. Brilliant website with a confidence building timeline showing stages to be completed in order.

Having accepted my data (and that I had a case meeting the criteria for pursuing), they sought a defence from the airline, I had a right to read the defence and respond. Then Aviation ADR made the final judgement - and it was in my favour. Airline instructed to pay up - and they have done.

At every stage, the messaging system kept me informed and for all my messages, I had replies in less then 24 hours - courteous and clear. It is all the more impressive that the claim was for less then £100. For me it was about the principle as much as the money. They were prepared to support the little guy and I admire them from that.

AviationADR has restored my faith in being able to claim against large companies when there is justification. Yes it takes time, but their support and objectivity (and final decision) were very important to me.

While I hope I am never treated as badly by a company again, I would not hesitate to return to AviationADR.

27 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Thank you very much for your detailed & kind review! We are always looking to improve our services to make the process as easy as possible to navigate, so it's great to hear that you found our website & communications simple & efficient.

We appreciate you taking the time to share this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helped me sort an issue with Air France

Helped me get a fair resolution with Air France, who were claiming that I wasn't owed compensation for a delayed flight. Quick, easy to use service, great customer portal and kept up-to-date. Positive outcome for me.

28 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Scott,

Thank you for your feedback; We’re pleased to hear that we were able to help resolve your case and provide a positive experience. Thanks for taking the time to share this!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Got the law wrong and ignored me throughout if you have a…

Avoid if you can and if you have a valid claim. I brought a straightforward UK261 flight compensation case and cited binding Court of Appeal precedent directly on point (Huzar v Jet2). The adjudicator's determination didn't engage with it at all, the single most relevant authority, simply ignored. The decision went against me as a result.

The service around it was just as poor. The website is clunky and confusing to navigate, and messages I sent went unanswered for long stretches with no acknowledgement. For a body that's meant to provide accessible, fair dispute resolution, the experience was the opposite.

Because of their error I've been forced to pursue the matter through the courts to get the outcome the law clearly supports. I've also submitted Freedom of Information requests to the CAA about oversight of this scheme, and I'm raising the standard of service with my MP who has been quite engaged. Consumers deserve far better from an approved ADR provider.

22 November 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Ciaran,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with your experience with us, and that you disagree with the decision reached on your case.

While we want to reassure you that our adjudicators do review cases carefully, we understand that this may not have felt evident from your experience and apologise for the frustration this may have caused.

We particularly appreciate your feedback on our website & communications, as we are currently in the process of an internal review to improve in both of these areas to make the experience better for consumers going forward. All consumer feedback is valuable to us - thank you again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Extremely good service

Following a cancelled flight on EgyptAir, we kept trying to contact them to ask about a partial/full refund, but never heard anything back. We were advised to contact AviationADR about this issue. Right from the start, AviationADR kept us fully informed of the status of our claim and received a full refund in the end. Very impressed and would definitely contact them again if anything similar happens in the future.

20 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Vicky,

Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that we were able to assist in resolving your case!

Providing a clear and effective service is very important to us, so your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a very positive experience with AviationADR

I had a very positive experience with AviationADR during a dispute with an airline regarding reimbursement after a cancelled flight.

The process was quite detailed and took some time, but throughout the case I found the system fair, structured and transparent. The adjudicator carefully reviewed both sides, considered the evidence submitted, and ultimately reached a balanced and reasoned decision.

What I appreciated most was having an independent body that genuinely assessed the case based on the regulations and documentation provided, rather than generic customer service responses from the airline.

Although the process requires patience, I would absolutely recommend AviationADR to passengers who are struggling to resolve a legitimate claim directly with an airline. It gave me a fair route to pursue reimbursement and ultimately helped me achieve a successful outcome.

27 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Alex,

Thank you very much for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that we were able to assist in resolving your case, and that you found our ADR process clear & effective.

Unfortunately, ADR does tend to be quite an involved process, but we are constantly seeking ways to improve the experience for consumers and make things more approachable, so your insight is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fair, professional, and genuinely helpful service

AviationADR handled my case with clarity, fairness, and real professionalism. What impressed me most was how thorough and balanced the decision was — it was clear that the evidence had been properly reviewed and the outcome was reasoned and transparent. Thanks to AviationADR, my case was resolved and the airline complied with the decision. I’m genuinely grateful for the support and the high standard of service. They made a stressful situation much easier to navigate.

27 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Gabriella,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! We’re pleased to hear that we were able to help resolve your case and provide a positive experience. Your insight is much appreciated - we're glad you found the process clear & transparent.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional work, great result

Professional work, website well structured and easy to use it. Happy I won the dispute and managed to get the refund from a cancelled flight. Thank you for the great work.

27 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Geo,

Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that we were able to assist in resolving your case! Your feedback on the website is much appreciated as we are currently reviewing our services from the consumer perspective.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They are not responsible for their decisions

Useless service. I complained about a Ryanair flight delay. They did nothing for 5 months, and then ruled in my favor. But the airline never paid the compensation. Complaining is pointless; they'll send you to court. What for do you even exist? I knew I was entitled to compensation even without their 5-month review.

13 March 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Janet,

We're sorry to hear you felt that escalating your Ryanair complaint with us was a waste of time. The ADR process can be quite lengthy, and we appreciate your patience in using our service & waiting out the 5 months until we reached a decision on your case!

We know it must be frustrating if the airline has not paid out despite the fact you are owed compensation, however AviationADR does not control airlines' payout times. We're very sorry to hear Ryanair has not yet paid you, and we recommend chasing them up if so.

Thank you for your review. We appreciate all consumer feedback our services.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended when the airline think they are right.

Highly recommended when the airline decides against you. I just followed the process and AviationADR agreed with my appeal. They even chased the airline who did not pay in the set time. Now I got the compensation after a couple of months.

25 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Catalin,

Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that we were able to assist in resolving your case, and get you your owed compensation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

nice and easy process and a good…

nice and easy process and a good outcome from Tui who try and get out at any cost from paying compensation when its due, thanks again for a swift service.

22 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Lee,

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that we were able to help resolve your case with TUI and provide an efficient, effective service!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

I am incredibly impressed with the Aviation ADR platform. After Ryanair rejected our flight delay claim by burying us in a wall of technical jargon and seven defense documents, the ADR team provided a fair, clear, and objective process to review the facts. They looked past the airline's excuses and helped us secure our rightful compensation. If you are struggling with an airline dispute, I highly recommend using this service—they do a fantastic job of holding airlines accountable!

26 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Andreas,

Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that we were able to assist in resolving your case with Ryanair.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy, straightforward process.

It was easy to submit the claim and I was regularly updated on its progress. It took several months to resolve but I did eventually get back most of my claim. Much easier than dealing directly with a company that either gives you the run around or fobs you off.

25 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Julie,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re really pleased to hear that we were able to help bring your case to a resolution!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent, couldn’t recommend enough, reviewed my case and sided with me that I was in the right and owed compensation. Fantastic.

24 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Sam,

Thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that we were able to assist in resolving your case!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Got 350 gbp back

Got 350 gbp back. Process is long but well structured with a clear flow.

24 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Thanks for your review - we’re really pleased to hear that we were able to help bring your case to a resolution!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased with the whole experience

Very pleased with the whole experience. Kept me informed and updated at all steps, and were quick and efficient.

22 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Samia,

Thank you for your feedback! We’re pleased to hear that we were able to help resolve your case and provide a positive experience.

We appreciate you taking the time to share this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ryanair Complaint

Thanks to them, I received a full refund after Ryanair unfairly charged us €120 for supposedly having too many cabin bags. The staff at the gate treated us terribly, shouting, bullying, pressuring, and threatening us. That kind of behaviour is absolutely unacceptable. I would also have appreciated compensation for the distress caused by the way we were treated. It took almost a year to get the refund.

19 June 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re really pleased that we were able to help bring your case to a resolution, and sorry to hear about your stressful situation with Ryanair.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Experience

They guided me through everything very easily and got me my money back. I will never regret trusting this company! I recommend it for everyone.

21 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Elias,

Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that we were able to assist in resolving your case.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We tried to get a refund from Easy Jet…

We tried to get a refund from Easy Jet & they were not going to refund us for a cancelled flight & out of pocket expenses. However, ADR assisted us with our claim & we’re successful.

14 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Maureen,

Thanks for leaving a review! We’re pleased to hear that we were able to help resolve your case with easyJet and provide a positive experience.

We appreciate you taking the time to share this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The only legal way to resolve your…

The only legal way to resolve your dispute. Airline was keep ignoring my requests and guiding me to a different direction and was taking months .
In just 6-8 weeks time my dispute is resolved and money transferred into my bank.

20 May 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from AviationADR

Hi Basit,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re really pleased to hear that we were able to help bring your case to a swift resolution after what sounds like a very frustrating situation.

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