How can I claim a refund after Royal Air Philippines’ collapse?

Start with your card provider. Use Section 75 for credit card purchases between £100 and £30,000, or request a chargeback if eligible. If you bought a UK ATOL-protected package, contact the tour operator. Check travel insurance for supplier failure cover and submit all receipts and confirmations.

Does ATOL cover Royal Air tickets bought direct?

Usually not. ATOL protects UK-sold package holidays that include flights. If you purchased a standalone ticket direct from the airline, ATOL typically does not apply. If the flight was part of a UK package, contact the ATOL holder for options, then check insurance for any extra costs.

What is the best way to rebook travel to Boracay or Cebu?

Search early, try flexible dates, and look at nearby airports like Kalibo, Caticlan, or Cebu. Compare one-stop options via major hubs and set fare alerts. Keep receipts for reasonable extra costs to support card or insurance claims. Allow longer connections while schedules reshuffle.

What does this mean for fares and investors?

Short-term capacity loss can lift fares on niche Southeast Asia routes. For investors, Royal Air Philippines liquidat highlights liquidity risks at smaller carriers. Watch cash, refund queues, and pricing power. Larger UK-listed travel firms could see limited, indirect effects through bookings and rebooking activity.

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Royal Air Philippines Liquidation February 05: Refund Queue Risks

ByDanny Kontos February 5, 2026

Royal Air Philippines liquidat news matters for UK travellers and investors. The carrier halted flights on 4 January and has now entered liquidation, leaving an estimated 3,000–4,000 passengers unsure about refunds. We explain likely refund paths, what this means for niche Philippines routes, and the signals for the airline sector. With Philippines travel disruption in play, we outline steps UK cardholders can take, when ATOL might apply, and how fares could react in the near term.