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FlyDubai and Air Arabia cancellations disrupt over 30 flights across UAE airports
More than 30 flights were canceled across Dubai International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, and Fujairah International Airport on 15 April 2026, with FlyDubai and Air Arabia hit hardest. The disruption built through the morning and spilled into wider delays, affecting tens of thousands of passengers as airlines worked to rebook travelers and move aircraft back into place. Because the disruption came during the spring travel peak, rebooking options were tighter and journeys became longer. The cause still hasn't been confirmed, so whether compensation is available will depend on the final findings, although passengers on some European Union-linked itineraries may still want to check whether EC 261 applies.
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Cancellations
LATAM cancels 12 flights from Bogotá after fog at El Dorado
Dense fog at El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá forced LATAM Airlines to cancel 12 domestic flights on 15 April 2026 , disrupting services to Medellín, Bucaramanga, Cali, and Cartagena. Most other flights were rescheduled, and affected passengers were offered rebooking later the same day or on 16 April, with priority given to travelers with onward connections or urgent plans. LATAM said visibility began to improve by mid-afternoon and expected operations to recover gradually through the evening. Because the disruption was caused by weather outside the airline’s control, compensation is unlikely, but passengers should still receive care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and overnight accommodation if needed.
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Delays
EU Entry/Exit System causes hours-long airport delays in 15 EU countries
Airports across 15 EU countries saw long queues over the weekend after the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System went live on Friday. Technical glitches and a shortage of trained border staff slowed first-time registrations for travelers from non-EU countries, leaving some passengers waiting up to 3 hours. No cancellations were announced, but the backlog caused knock-on delays to boarding and departures. Because the disruption came from border-control systems rather than airlines, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely, though airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays.
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Delays and Cancellations
Jet fuel shortage disrupts flights across the UK and Europe as London Oxford Airport slows
A jet fuel shortage linked to the 2026 Iran War is disrupting flights across the UK and Europe, with regional airports such as London Oxford Airport already seeing the impact. Fuel exports through the Strait of Hormuz have been squeezed since hostilities began on 28 February 2026, and jet fuel prices climbed to US$1,838 per tonne in early April. Airlines are cutting or combining routes, reducing some intra-European frequencies, and adding surcharges of up to US$280 per ticket, while passengers face delays, reroutings, and less predictable schedules. Because the disruption is tied to a wider geopolitical conflict, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during major delays and cancellations.
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Delays and Cancellations
Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports hit by 124 delays and 22 cancellations after airspace closures
Travel through Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) was heavily disrupted on 15 April 2026 after 124 flights were delayed and 22 flights were canceled following overnight airspace closures in Iran and Iraq. Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia, and IndiGo were among the airlines affected, with routes to Mumbai, London, and Jeddah seeing some of the biggest impact. For passengers, this meant missed connections, long lines, and higher hotel costs as airlines worked through rebookings. Because the disruption was caused by external airspace restrictions rather than an airline-controlled issue, compensation is unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Poland airport disruption delays 127 flights and cancels 35 at Warsaw, Kraków, and Gdańsk
Poland’s three busiest airports — Warsaw Chopin Airport, Kraków John Paul II International Airport, and Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport — saw major disruption on 15 April 2026 after fog, a runway-lighting problem in Warsaw, and airline staffing shortages combined to delay 127 departures and cancel 35 flights. LOT Polish Airlines took the biggest hit, while Ryanair and Wizz Air also saw schedules unravel on routes including London, Frankfurt, Oslo, Paris, and Rome. Because the disruption appears to have been driven partly by technical and staffing issues, some passengers on EU-regulated flights may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 if their flight was canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours.
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Delays and Cancellations
France airport disruption affects 559 flights across Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Nice
France's busiest airports saw widespread disruption on 14 April 2026, with 559 flights affected at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris Orly Airport, Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport, Marseille Provence Airport, and Nice Côte d'Azur Airport. Delays made up most of the disruption, but crowded terminals, repeated gate changes, and missed connections still left hundreds of passengers stranded. The problems were linked mainly to spring weather, French air-traffic flow controls, and wider airspace congestion, with knock-on effects expected into early 15 April. Because the disruption appears to have been caused by circumstances outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide care such as meals, rebooking or refunds, and hotel accommodation if needed.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Lufthansa pilots plan 48-hour strike as flights across Germany face disruption
Passengers flying with Lufthansa in Germany are facing fresh disruption after the Vereinigung Cockpit pilots' union confirmed a 48-hour strike for Thursday and Friday. The walkout is expected to affect Lufthansa, Lufthansa CityLine, Eurowings, and Lufthansa Cargo, with Frankfurt Airport likely to feel the biggest impact after hundreds of flights were already canceled in an earlier strike this week. If your journey is affected, you could face delays, cancellations, and last-minute changes across domestic, European, and long-haul routes. Because this is an airline staff strike, passengers whose flights are canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, depending on the usual conditions.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Lufthansa Group pilot strike canceled 1,411 flights and delayed 2,571 across Europe
Travelers across Europe were still dealing with disruption on 15 April 2026 after a two-day pilot strike at Lufthansa Group canceled 1,411 flights and delayed another 2,571 between 13 and 14 April. Germany’s main hubs were hit hardest, with Frankfurt International Airport recording 432 cancellations and Munich International Airport 284, while knock-on delays spread to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, London Heathrow Airport, and other major airports. Because this was an airline staff strike, passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed by more than 3 hours may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, and Lufthansa is also offering rebooking or refunds for tickets issued on or before 11 April.
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Delays and Cancellations
Indefinite SAERCO air traffic control strike to affect 5 Canary Islands airports from 17 April
An indefinite strike by air traffic controllers employed by SAERCO is set to begin across Spain on 17 April 2026, with the biggest immediate impact expected at five Canary Islands airports: Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, El Hierro, and La Gomera. Because air traffic control action affects airport capacity for every airline using those airports, passengers could face delays, cancellations, queues, and short-notice schedule changes on international, inter-island, and United Kingdom routes. As this type of strike sits outside an airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide rerouting or refunds and care during long disruptions.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Disruption at Heathrow, Gatwick, Munich, Copenhagen, and Moscow airports affects 1,141 flights
A day of operational disruption at major hubs in Moscow, London, Munich, and Copenhagen on 11 April 2026 affected 1,141 flights across four countries. Most of the disruption took the form of delays, but 55 flights were canceled and some schedules did not recover until early 12 April. The knock-on effect spread to airlines including Rossiya Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, and ITA Airways, with an estimated 180,000 to 220,000 passengers affected. If your flight was caught up in the disruption, your rights will depend on the exact cause of the delay or cancellation, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand whether EC 261 may apply.
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Delays
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easyJet leaves 122 passengers behind after border delays at Milan Linate
An easyJet flight from Milan Linate Airport to Manchester Airport left on 13 April 2026 with only 34 passengers onboard after severe border-control queues prevented 122 others from reaching the gate in time. Many travelers had arrived around 3.5 hours before departure, but new European Union exit checks, including biometric scans and database cross-checks, created delays far beyond what staff appeared to expect. easyJet later offered same-day or next-day rebooking to Manchester and meal vouchers. Because the disruption may have come down to planning and boarding management rather than a problem fully outside the airline's control, affected passengers may still be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261.
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Delays and Cancellations
More than 2,000 U.S. flights delayed or canceled as weekend storms hit major hubs
More than 2,000 U.S. flights were canceled or significantly delayed over 11–12 April 2026 as spring storms hit major hubs including Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The disruption built across the weekend rather than easing after one short weather window, leaving aircraft and crews out of position and pushing delays deeper into spring break schedules. Because weather was the main cause, cash compensation is usually unlikely on domestic U.S. itineraries, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, and care during long waits.
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Delays and Cancellations
Thunderstorms halt flights at San Francisco International Airport, delaying 367 and canceling 17
Strong thunderstorms forced a temporary ground stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on 11 April 2026 , pausing all arrivals and departures from 5:19 pm until about 6:45 pm. By 6:00 pm, the airport had recorded 367 delayed flights and 17 cancellations , with some delays expected to reach 160 minutes once operations restarted. Ongoing runway construction made the disruption harder to absorb, leaving SFO as the Bay Area's main bottleneck while nearby airports saw little impact. Because severe weather was the main cause, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance, including rebooking or refunds when needed.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Spirit Airlines and Air Canada cancel 4 flights and delay 10 at LaGuardia
Flights operated by Spirit Airlines and Air Canada at LaGuardia Airport in New York were disrupted on 13 April 2026, with 4 cancellations and 10 delays recorded at the airport. Although the numbers were relatively limited, LaGuardia's role as a busy connecting gateway meant the problems quickly spread across more than 30 cities in the United States and Canada. For passengers, that meant longer waits, rebookings, and a greater risk of missed connections. Both airlines are rebooking affected travelers and sending updates through their usual channels, while compensation will depend on the route and the final cause of the disruption. Passengers on some EU-linked journeys may still have rights under EC 261 if the disruption turns out to have been within airline control.
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Delays and Cancellations
Storm at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport delays 225 flights and cancels 39
Storm-related disruption at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on 12 April 2026 delayed 225 flights and canceled 39 flights, with Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines among the carriers hit hardest. The problems began overnight and worsened through the morning as severe weather and air traffic control restrictions slowed operations, while long-haul flights to Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Abu Dhabi, and Tokyo were also affected. Because the main cause was outside the airlines’ control, compensation is unlikely in most cases, but passengers should still receive care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and hotel accommodation where needed. You can also use AirHelp’s free flight checker to see what applies to your journey.
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Delays and Cancellations
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FlyDubai and Air Arabia cancellations disrupt over 30 flights across UAE airports
More than 30 flights were canceled across Dubai International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, and Fujairah International Airport on 15 April 2026, with FlyDubai and Air Arabia hit hardest. The disruption built through the morning and spilled into wider delays, affecting tens of thousands of passengers as airlines worked to rebook travelers and move aircraft back into place. Because the disruption came during the spring travel peak, rebooking options were tighter and journeys became longer. The cause still hasn't been confirmed, so whether compensation is available will depend on the final findings, although passengers on some European Union-linked itineraries may still want to check whether EC 261 applies.
Read more
Cancellations
LATAM cancels 12 flights from Bogotá after fog at El Dorado
Dense fog at El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá forced LATAM Airlines to cancel 12 domestic flights on 15 April 2026 , disrupting services to Medellín, Bucaramanga, Cali, and Cartagena. Most other flights were rescheduled, and affected passengers were offered rebooking later the same day or on 16 April, with priority given to travelers with onward connections or urgent plans. LATAM said visibility began to improve by mid-afternoon and expected operations to recover gradually through the evening. Because the disruption was caused by weather outside the airline’s control, compensation is unlikely, but passengers should still receive care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and overnight accommodation if needed.
Read more
Delays
EU Entry/Exit System causes hours-long airport delays in 15 EU countries
Airports across 15 EU countries saw long queues over the weekend after the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System went live on Friday. Technical glitches and a shortage of trained border staff slowed first-time registrations for travelers from non-EU countries, leaving some passengers waiting up to 3 hours. No cancellations were announced, but the backlog caused knock-on delays to boarding and departures. Because the disruption came from border-control systems rather than airlines, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely, though airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Jet fuel shortage disrupts flights across the UK and Europe as London Oxford Airport slows
A jet fuel shortage linked to the 2026 Iran War is disrupting flights across the UK and Europe, with regional airports such as London Oxford Airport already seeing the impact. Fuel exports through the Strait of Hormuz have been squeezed since hostilities began on 28 February 2026, and jet fuel prices climbed to US$1,838 per tonne in early April. Airlines are cutting or combining routes, reducing some intra-European frequencies, and adding surcharges of up to US$280 per ticket, while passengers face delays, reroutings, and less predictable schedules. Because the disruption is tied to a wider geopolitical conflict, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during major delays and cancellations.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports hit by 124 delays and 22 cancellations after airspace closures
Travel through Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) was heavily disrupted on 15 April 2026 after 124 flights were delayed and 22 flights were canceled following overnight airspace closures in Iran and Iraq. Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia, and IndiGo were among the airlines affected, with routes to Mumbai, London, and Jeddah seeing some of the biggest impact. For passengers, this meant missed connections, long lines, and higher hotel costs as airlines worked through rebookings. Because the disruption was caused by external airspace restrictions rather than an airline-controlled issue, compensation is unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance.
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Delays and Cancellations
Eligible
Poland airport disruption delays 127 flights and cancels 35 at Warsaw, Kraków, and Gdańsk
Poland’s three busiest airports — Warsaw Chopin Airport, Kraków John Paul II International Airport, and Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport — saw major disruption on 15 April 2026 after fog, a runway-lighting problem in Warsaw, and airline staffing shortages combined to delay 127 departures and cancel 35 flights. LOT Polish Airlines took the biggest hit, while Ryanair and Wizz Air also saw schedules unravel on routes including London, Frankfurt, Oslo, Paris, and Rome. Because the disruption appears to have been driven partly by technical and staffing issues, some passengers on EU-regulated flights may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 if their flight was canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
France airport disruption affects 559 flights across Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Nice
France's busiest airports saw widespread disruption on 14 April 2026, with 559 flights affected at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris Orly Airport, Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport, Marseille Provence Airport, and Nice Côte d'Azur Airport. Delays made up most of the disruption, but crowded terminals, repeated gate changes, and missed connections still left hundreds of passengers stranded. The problems were linked mainly to spring weather, French air-traffic flow controls, and wider airspace congestion, with knock-on effects expected into early 15 April. Because the disruption appears to have been caused by circumstances outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide care such as meals, rebooking or refunds, and hotel accommodation if needed.
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Delays and Cancellations
Eligible
Lufthansa pilots plan 48-hour strike as flights across Germany face disruption
Passengers flying with Lufthansa in Germany are facing fresh disruption after the Vereinigung Cockpit pilots' union confirmed a 48-hour strike for Thursday and Friday. The walkout is expected to affect Lufthansa, Lufthansa CityLine, Eurowings, and Lufthansa Cargo, with Frankfurt Airport likely to feel the biggest impact after hundreds of flights were already canceled in an earlier strike this week. If your journey is affected, you could face delays, cancellations, and last-minute changes across domestic, European, and long-haul routes. Because this is an airline staff strike, passengers whose flights are canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, depending on the usual conditions.
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Delays and Cancellations
Eligible
Lufthansa Group pilot strike canceled 1,411 flights and delayed 2,571 across Europe
Travelers across Europe were still dealing with disruption on 15 April 2026 after a two-day pilot strike at Lufthansa Group canceled 1,411 flights and delayed another 2,571 between 13 and 14 April. Germany’s main hubs were hit hardest, with Frankfurt International Airport recording 432 cancellations and Munich International Airport 284, while knock-on delays spread to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, London Heathrow Airport, and other major airports. Because this was an airline staff strike, passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed by more than 3 hours may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, and Lufthansa is also offering rebooking or refunds for tickets issued on or before 11 April.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Indefinite SAERCO air traffic control strike to affect 5 Canary Islands airports from 17 April
An indefinite strike by air traffic controllers employed by SAERCO is set to begin across Spain on 17 April 2026, with the biggest immediate impact expected at five Canary Islands airports: Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, El Hierro, and La Gomera. Because air traffic control action affects airport capacity for every airline using those airports, passengers could face delays, cancellations, queues, and short-notice schedule changes on international, inter-island, and United Kingdom routes. As this type of strike sits outside an airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide rerouting or refunds and care during long disruptions.
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Delays and Cancellations
May be eligible
Disruption at Heathrow, Gatwick, Munich, Copenhagen, and Moscow airports affects 1,141 flights
A day of operational disruption at major hubs in Moscow, London, Munich, and Copenhagen on 11 April 2026 affected 1,141 flights across four countries. Most of the disruption took the form of delays, but 55 flights were canceled and some schedules did not recover until early 12 April. The knock-on effect spread to airlines including Rossiya Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, and ITA Airways, with an estimated 180,000 to 220,000 passengers affected. If your flight was caught up in the disruption, your rights will depend on the exact cause of the delay or cancellation, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand whether EC 261 may apply.
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Delays
Eligible
easyJet leaves 122 passengers behind after border delays at Milan Linate
An easyJet flight from Milan Linate Airport to Manchester Airport left on 13 April 2026 with only 34 passengers onboard after severe border-control queues prevented 122 others from reaching the gate in time. Many travelers had arrived around 3.5 hours before departure, but new European Union exit checks, including biometric scans and database cross-checks, created delays far beyond what staff appeared to expect. easyJet later offered same-day or next-day rebooking to Manchester and meal vouchers. Because the disruption may have come down to planning and boarding management rather than a problem fully outside the airline's control, affected passengers may still be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261.
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Delays and Cancellations
More than 2,000 U.S. flights delayed or canceled as weekend storms hit major hubs
More than 2,000 U.S. flights were canceled or significantly delayed over 11–12 April 2026 as spring storms hit major hubs including Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The disruption built across the weekend rather than easing after one short weather window, leaving aircraft and crews out of position and pushing delays deeper into spring break schedules. Because weather was the main cause, cash compensation is usually unlikely on domestic U.S. itineraries, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, and care during long waits.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Thunderstorms halt flights at San Francisco International Airport, delaying 367 and canceling 17
Strong thunderstorms forced a temporary ground stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on 11 April 2026 , pausing all arrivals and departures from 5:19 pm until about 6:45 pm. By 6:00 pm, the airport had recorded 367 delayed flights and 17 cancellations , with some delays expected to reach 160 minutes once operations restarted. Ongoing runway construction made the disruption harder to absorb, leaving SFO as the Bay Area's main bottleneck while nearby airports saw little impact. Because severe weather was the main cause, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance, including rebooking or refunds when needed.
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Delays and Cancellations
May be eligible
Spirit Airlines and Air Canada cancel 4 flights and delay 10 at LaGuardia
Flights operated by Spirit Airlines and Air Canada at LaGuardia Airport in New York were disrupted on 13 April 2026, with 4 cancellations and 10 delays recorded at the airport. Although the numbers were relatively limited, LaGuardia's role as a busy connecting gateway meant the problems quickly spread across more than 30 cities in the United States and Canada. For passengers, that meant longer waits, rebookings, and a greater risk of missed connections. Both airlines are rebooking affected travelers and sending updates through their usual channels, while compensation will depend on the route and the final cause of the disruption. Passengers on some EU-linked journeys may still have rights under EC 261 if the disruption turns out to have been within airline control.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Storm at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport delays 225 flights and cancels 39
Storm-related disruption at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on 12 April 2026 delayed 225 flights and canceled 39 flights, with Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines among the carriers hit hardest. The problems began overnight and worsened through the morning as severe weather and air traffic control restrictions slowed operations, while long-haul flights to Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Abu Dhabi, and Tokyo were also affected. Because the main cause was outside the airlines’ control, compensation is unlikely in most cases, but passengers should still receive care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and hotel accommodation where needed. You can also use AirHelp’s free flight checker to see what applies to your journey.
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Delays and Cancellations
May be eligible
FlyDubai and Air Arabia cancellations disrupt over 30 flights across UAE airports
More than 30 flights were canceled across Dubai International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, and Fujairah International Airport on 15 April 2026, with FlyDubai and Air Arabia hit hardest. The disruption built through the morning and spilled into wider delays, affecting tens of thousands of passengers as airlines worked to rebook travelers and move aircraft back into place. Because the disruption came during the spring travel peak, rebooking options were tighter and journeys became longer. The cause still hasn't been confirmed, so whether compensation is available will depend on the final findings, although passengers on some European Union-linked itineraries may still want to check whether EC 261 applies.
Read more
Cancellations
LATAM cancels 12 flights from Bogotá after fog at El Dorado
Dense fog at El Dorado International Airport in Bogotá forced LATAM Airlines to cancel 12 domestic flights on 15 April 2026 , disrupting services to Medellín, Bucaramanga, Cali, and Cartagena. Most other flights were rescheduled, and affected passengers were offered rebooking later the same day or on 16 April, with priority given to travelers with onward connections or urgent plans. LATAM said visibility began to improve by mid-afternoon and expected operations to recover gradually through the evening. Because the disruption was caused by weather outside the airline’s control, compensation is unlikely, but passengers should still receive care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and overnight accommodation if needed.
Read more
Delays
EU Entry/Exit System causes hours-long airport delays in 15 EU countries
Airports across 15 EU countries saw long queues over the weekend after the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System went live on Friday. Technical glitches and a shortage of trained border staff slowed first-time registrations for travelers from non-EU countries, leaving some passengers waiting up to 3 hours. No cancellations were announced, but the backlog caused knock-on delays to boarding and departures. Because the disruption came from border-control systems rather than airlines, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely, though airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Jet fuel shortage disrupts flights across the UK and Europe as London Oxford Airport slows
A jet fuel shortage linked to the 2026 Iran War is disrupting flights across the UK and Europe, with regional airports such as London Oxford Airport already seeing the impact. Fuel exports through the Strait of Hormuz have been squeezed since hostilities began on 28 February 2026, and jet fuel prices climbed to US$1,838 per tonne in early April. Airlines are cutting or combining routes, reducing some intra-European frequencies, and adding surcharges of up to US$280 per ticket, while passengers face delays, reroutings, and less predictable schedules. Because the disruption is tied to a wider geopolitical conflict, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during major delays and cancellations.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports hit by 124 delays and 22 cancellations after airspace closures
Travel through Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) was heavily disrupted on 15 April 2026 after 124 flights were delayed and 22 flights were canceled following overnight airspace closures in Iran and Iraq. Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia, and IndiGo were among the airlines affected, with routes to Mumbai, London, and Jeddah seeing some of the biggest impact. For passengers, this meant missed connections, long lines, and higher hotel costs as airlines worked through rebookings. Because the disruption was caused by external airspace restrictions rather than an airline-controlled issue, compensation is unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Eligible
Poland airport disruption delays 127 flights and cancels 35 at Warsaw, Kraków, and Gdańsk
Poland’s three busiest airports — Warsaw Chopin Airport, Kraków John Paul II International Airport, and Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport — saw major disruption on 15 April 2026 after fog, a runway-lighting problem in Warsaw, and airline staffing shortages combined to delay 127 departures and cancel 35 flights. LOT Polish Airlines took the biggest hit, while Ryanair and Wizz Air also saw schedules unravel on routes including London, Frankfurt, Oslo, Paris, and Rome. Because the disruption appears to have been driven partly by technical and staffing issues, some passengers on EU-regulated flights may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 if their flight was canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
France airport disruption affects 559 flights across Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Nice
France's busiest airports saw widespread disruption on 14 April 2026, with 559 flights affected at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Paris Orly Airport, Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport, Marseille Provence Airport, and Nice Côte d'Azur Airport. Delays made up most of the disruption, but crowded terminals, repeated gate changes, and missed connections still left hundreds of passengers stranded. The problems were linked mainly to spring weather, French air-traffic flow controls, and wider airspace congestion, with knock-on effects expected into early 15 April. Because the disruption appears to have been caused by circumstances outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide care such as meals, rebooking or refunds, and hotel accommodation if needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Eligible
Lufthansa pilots plan 48-hour strike as flights across Germany face disruption
Passengers flying with Lufthansa in Germany are facing fresh disruption after the Vereinigung Cockpit pilots' union confirmed a 48-hour strike for Thursday and Friday. The walkout is expected to affect Lufthansa, Lufthansa CityLine, Eurowings, and Lufthansa Cargo, with Frankfurt Airport likely to feel the biggest impact after hundreds of flights were already canceled in an earlier strike this week. If your journey is affected, you could face delays, cancellations, and last-minute changes across domestic, European, and long-haul routes. Because this is an airline staff strike, passengers whose flights are canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, depending on the usual conditions.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Eligible
Lufthansa Group pilot strike canceled 1,411 flights and delayed 2,571 across Europe
Travelers across Europe were still dealing with disruption on 15 April 2026 after a two-day pilot strike at Lufthansa Group canceled 1,411 flights and delayed another 2,571 between 13 and 14 April. Germany’s main hubs were hit hardest, with Frankfurt International Airport recording 432 cancellations and Munich International Airport 284, while knock-on delays spread to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, London Heathrow Airport, and other major airports. Because this was an airline staff strike, passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed by more than 3 hours may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, and Lufthansa is also offering rebooking or refunds for tickets issued on or before 11 April.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Indefinite SAERCO air traffic control strike to affect 5 Canary Islands airports from 17 April
An indefinite strike by air traffic controllers employed by SAERCO is set to begin across Spain on 17 April 2026, with the biggest immediate impact expected at five Canary Islands airports: Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, El Hierro, and La Gomera. Because air traffic control action affects airport capacity for every airline using those airports, passengers could face delays, cancellations, queues, and short-notice schedule changes on international, inter-island, and United Kingdom routes. As this type of strike sits outside an airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide rerouting or refunds and care during long disruptions.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
May be eligible
Disruption at Heathrow, Gatwick, Munich, Copenhagen, and Moscow airports affects 1,141 flights
A day of operational disruption at major hubs in Moscow, London, Munich, and Copenhagen on 11 April 2026 affected 1,141 flights across four countries. Most of the disruption took the form of delays, but 55 flights were canceled and some schedules did not recover until early 12 April. The knock-on effect spread to airlines including Rossiya Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, and ITA Airways, with an estimated 180,000 to 220,000 passengers affected. If your flight was caught up in the disruption, your rights will depend on the exact cause of the delay or cancellation, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand whether EC 261 may apply.
Read more
Delays
Eligible
easyJet leaves 122 passengers behind after border delays at Milan Linate
An easyJet flight from Milan Linate Airport to Manchester Airport left on 13 April 2026 with only 34 passengers onboard after severe border-control queues prevented 122 others from reaching the gate in time. Many travelers had arrived around 3.5 hours before departure, but new European Union exit checks, including biometric scans and database cross-checks, created delays far beyond what staff appeared to expect. easyJet later offered same-day or next-day rebooking to Manchester and meal vouchers. Because the disruption may have come down to planning and boarding management rather than a problem fully outside the airline's control, affected passengers may still be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261.
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Delays and Cancellations
More than 2,000 U.S. flights delayed or canceled as weekend storms hit major hubs
More than 2,000 U.S. flights were canceled or significantly delayed over 11–12 April 2026 as spring storms hit major hubs including Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The disruption built across the weekend rather than easing after one short weather window, leaving aircraft and crews out of position and pushing delays deeper into spring break schedules. Because weather was the main cause, cash compensation is usually unlikely on domestic U.S. itineraries, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, and care during long waits.
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Delays and Cancellations
Thunderstorms halt flights at San Francisco International Airport, delaying 367 and canceling 17
Strong thunderstorms forced a temporary ground stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on 11 April 2026 , pausing all arrivals and departures from 5:19 pm until about 6:45 pm. By 6:00 pm, the airport had recorded 367 delayed flights and 17 cancellations , with some delays expected to reach 160 minutes once operations restarted. Ongoing runway construction made the disruption harder to absorb, leaving SFO as the Bay Area's main bottleneck while nearby airports saw little impact. Because severe weather was the main cause, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance, including rebooking or refunds when needed.
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Spirit Airlines and Air Canada cancel 4 flights and delay 10 at LaGuardia
Flights operated by Spirit Airlines and Air Canada at LaGuardia Airport in New York were disrupted on 13 April 2026, with 4 cancellations and 10 delays recorded at the airport. Although the numbers were relatively limited, LaGuardia's role as a busy connecting gateway meant the problems quickly spread across more than 30 cities in the United States and Canada. For passengers, that meant longer waits, rebookings, and a greater risk of missed connections. Both airlines are rebooking affected travelers and sending updates through their usual channels, while compensation will depend on the route and the final cause of the disruption. Passengers on some EU-linked journeys may still have rights under EC 261 if the disruption turns out to have been within airline control.
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Storm at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport delays 225 flights and cancels 39
Storm-related disruption at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on 12 April 2026 delayed 225 flights and canceled 39 flights, with Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines among the carriers hit hardest. The problems began overnight and worsened through the morning as severe weather and air traffic control restrictions slowed operations, while long-haul flights to Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Abu Dhabi, and Tokyo were also affected. Because the main cause was outside the airlines’ control, compensation is unlikely in most cases, but passengers should still receive care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and hotel accommodation where needed. You can also use AirHelp’s free flight checker to see what applies to your journey.
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