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Storm Alice Triggers Flight Delays and Cancellations Across Spain, Turkey, and Europe

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt・13 October 2025

Storm Alice has led to extensive travel disruptions throughout Spain, Turkey, and other parts of Europe, causing numerous flight delays and cancellations. Air passengers are facing significant challenges, with many flights being affected due to severe weather conditions. Specific airlines, airports, and the exact number of affected flights are not detailed in the report.

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Severe weather associated with Storm Alice has resulted in widespread travel disruptions across Spain, Turkey, and various regions in Europe. Airlines have been forced to delay and cancel a significant number of flights, impacting both domestic and international travelers. Authorities have issued weather advisories, warning travelers to check their flight status before heading to the airport. Although the names of affected airlines and airports are not specified in the report, the disruption has caused operational challenges throughout the affected regions. The weather-driven event has led to uncertainty for many passengers, with airport terminals experiencing increased congestion and extended waiting periods due to delayed and canceled services. Travelers are advised to stay informed by monitoring their airline communications as the situation continues to evolve. Ongoing adverse weather conditions present further complications for ground and air transport logistics, increasing the likelihood of continued disruptions until Storm Alice subsides. Passengers are urged to remain flexible with their travel plans, seek alternative arrangements where possible, and keep necessary documentation readily available. No specific details on the duration of the disruption, nor the exact number of affected flights or passengers, are provided in the available coverage.

Know your rights

These are your air passenger rights:
When your disruption is caused by extraordinary circumstances — events beyond the airline’s control — you are not entitled to financial compensation, but you still have important rights to care and rebooking.

What counts as extraordinary circumstances
These include:

Severe weather conditions (storms, snow, volcanic ash, etc.)
Air traffic control restrictions or strikes by third parties (e.g., airport staff)
Political instability, security risks, or bird strikes
Medical emergencies or unforeseen airport closures

Such situations are recognized by EC 261, UK 261, Montreal Convention, and other international frameworks.

No compensation
Because the disruption wasn’t under the airline’s control, financial compensation doesn’t apply. Just to be completely sure we always suggest to check for free on our compensation checker.

Rerouting or refund
The airline must still offer rerouting at the earliest opportunity or a full refund if you decide not to travel.

Care and assistance
Even when compensation is not owed, the airline must take care of you:
Meals and refreshments for long delays
Hotel accommodation and transport if you are stranded overnight

Communication
You are entitled to two phone calls or emails to arrange your plans.
Examples:
Airport closed due to snow → no compensation, but hotel and food covered.

Pilot strike → may qualify (depends on whether airline staff or external).

Technical failure → usually eligible for compensation.

Quick facts

Disruption:

Delays and Cancellations

Cause:

Weather issue

Compensation:

Not eligible for compensation

Status:

Current disruption

Checked by:

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt

Date updated:

13 October 2025

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