Widespread Flight Disruptions Hit Major European Airports: Over 120 Cancellations and 3000 Delays Affect Travelers
Air travel has been heavily impacted across several European countries, with a combined total of 124 flight cancellations and 3,059 delays recorded at major airports including London, Amsterdam, Nantes, and Rome. Affected airlines include British, KLM, Euroatlantic, Swiss, and Dolomiti. Thousands of travelers have been isolated due to this widespread operational disruption.
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Thousands of travelers across Europe are facing significant disruptions after multiple airlines collectively canceled 124 flights and delayed over 3,000 more. The incident has heavily affected air traffic at key airports such as London, Amsterdam, Nantes, and Rome.
Major carriers named in the event include British, KLM, Euroatlantic, Swiss, and Dolomiti. The disruption spans across the United Kingdom, Netherlands, France, Italy, and other regions, causing logistical challenges for both travelers and airport operations. The causes of these disruptions have not been explicitly detailed.
Passengers at the aforementioned airports are experiencing long delays and unexpected cancellations. The scale of the impact is substantial, with thousands of individuals finding themselves isolated or stranded due to the cascading operational issues.
Airlines have responded to the challenges, but the breadth of the disruption suggests that travelers should expect continued delays and further potential schedule changes. Details regarding the root cause, passenger compensation eligibility, and the precise number of affected individuals remain unspecified in the provided reporting.
Travelers are advised to check flight status regularly and follow instructions from their airlines while the situation evolves.
Know your rights
When your flight's disrupted, you have rights. Most passenger protection laws cover the following:
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, your airline must provide an alternative. Some laws say you can choose a full refund instead.
Food and essential care
Providing food and drinks is a basic right under many regulations. Typically after a delay of a few hours.
Accommodation
Some passenger rights say the airline must provide accommodation when your journey is delayed overnight.
Compensation
Good passenger rights ensure passengers get fairly compensated for delays and cancellations. Try our compensation check and find out how much money we can get you.
This advice is provided to help you if your flight is delayed or canceled. However, the exact care and compensation you are entitled to will depend on your specific circumstances and flight.
Always follow the directions of your airline, particularly with regard to times you must present yourself for check-in and boarding.
Quick facts
Disruption:
Delays and Cancellations
Cause:
Unknown
Compensation:
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected:
3183
Status:
Current disruption
Airlines affected:
British, KLM, Euroatlantic, Swiss, Dolomiti
Airports affected:
London, Amsterdam, Nantes, Rome
Checked by:
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated:
24 November 2025