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Pegasus Airlines

Flight Compensation

Turkey's second-largest airline. SHY-Passenger applies to all Pegasus Turkish departures.

Pegasus Airlines is Turkey's second-largest airline, operating from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) and Ankara (ESB) to destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. SHY-Passenger (Turkey's EC261 equivalent) applies to all Pegasus flights departing Turkish airports.

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No upfront fee to start
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA Turkey / SHGM)
Last Updated: March 2026

€600

Max per passenger

2 years

Claim time limit (Turkey)

3 hrs

Minimum delay threshold

Potential Payout

€600

up to per passenger, depending on eligibility

Processing time: varies by case

Initial checks are preliminary only. Final eligibility depends on claim review, disruption cause, and supporting documents.

Check My Pegasus Airlines Claim

Free eligibility check · 2 years (Turkey) time limit · Fee disclosed before signature

01We Know Pegasus Airlines

Pegasus Airlines is a significant carrier in its market, operating from SAW and ESB to destinations across its network. The airline is Turkey's leading LCC.

Our Success Rate

Assessed individually

on contested Pegasus Airlines claims

Average Payout

Varies by route

per passenger, Pegasus Airlines claims

Common Challenges With Pegasus Airlines Claims

Claims may be initially rejected. Persistence and proper documentation are important.

Common rejection: 'extraordinary circumstances' for weather and ATC issues.

Pegasus generally responds within 4–6 weeks.

Turkish SHGM is an effective escalation route.

SkyVolo Approach

How We Handle Pegasus Airlines Differently

We file SHY-Passenger claims for Turkish departures and EC261 claims for EU departures. Turkish SHGM escalation follows any unjustified rejection.

02Common Pegasus Airlines Disruptions

Disruption patterns specific to Pegasus Airlines — and what each one means for your claim.

Short-haul delays (3hr+)

Recurring on European routes
SAW→LHRSAW→CDGSAW→FRA

Eligible under SHY-Passenger for SAW departures; EC261 for EU departures.

Cancellations (<14 days notice)

Occasional
All routes

Always eligible if notified less than 14 days before departure.

03Highest-Disruption Routes

Routes where Pegasus Airlines passengers commonly experience eligible disruptions. Based on general industry knowledge and regulatory information.

RouteDisruption Notes
SAW → LHR (Istanbul–London)Elevated disruption, year-round
SAW → CDG (Istanbul–Paris)Elevated disruption, year-round
SAW → FRA (Istanbul–Frankfurt)Elevated disruption, year-round

04How We Handle Your Claim

1

You submit your flight details

Takes a few minutes. We need your flight number, travel date, and what happened. No paperwork required from you upfront.

2

We build your Pegasus Airlines-specific case

File SHY-Passenger claim via Pegasus customer service (flypgs.com/en/help). If rejected, escalate to Turkish SHGM.

3

Submission, escalation, and payment

Turkish SHGM can investigate and fine airlines.

Timeline: 4–8 weeks typical · 2–4 months via SHGM

05Regulation & Jurisdiction

Applies to This Airline

SHY-Passenger applies to all Pegasus flights departing Turkish airports; EC261 applies to EU departures

Claim time limit: 2 years (Turkey) from the date of your flight.

06Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pegasus Airlines flight compensation claims.

What's the claim time limit for Pegasus flights from Turkey?

Turkey has a 2-year limitation period for SHY-Passenger claims from the date of the disrupted flight.

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