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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Dublin

~ 4,236 Flights affected

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London

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Paris

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Frankfurt

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Milan

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Düsseldorf

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Berlin

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Manchester

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Hamburg

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Dusseldorf

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Riyadh

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Jeddah

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Dammam

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Abu Dhabi

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Dubai

~ 1,993 Flights affected

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Boston

~ 1,310 Flights affected

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Madrid

~ 837 Flights affected

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Barcelona

~ 836 Flights affected

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Las Vegas

~ 569 Flights affected

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Málaga

~ 426 Flights affected

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Malaga

~ 426 Flights affected

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Athens

~ 422 Flights affected

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Piraeus

~ 422 Flights affected

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Rafina

~ 422 Flights affected

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Lavrio

~ 422 Flights affected

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Ioannina

~ 422 Flights affected

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Santorini

~ 422 Flights affected

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Mykonos

~ 422 Flights affected

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Rhodes

~ 422 Flights affected

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Crete

~ 422 Flights affected

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Naxos

~ 422 Flights affected

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Paros

~ 422 Flights affected

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Seville

~ 422 Flights affected

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Valencia

~ 422 Flights affected

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Alicante

~ 422 Flights affected

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Granada

~ 422 Flights affected

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Figueres

~ 414 Flights affected

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Fort Lauderdale

~ 250 Flights affected

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Jacksonville

~ 250 Flights affected

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Key West

~ 250 Flights affected

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Miami

~ 250 Flights affected

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Orlando

~ 250 Flights affected

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Sanford

~ 250 Flights affected

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Pensacola

~ 250 Flights affected

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West Palm Beach

~ 250 Flights affected

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Sarasota

~ 250 Flights affected

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Fort Myers

~ 250 Flights affected

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Tampa

~ 250 Flights affected

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Sarasota/Bradenton

~ 250 Flights affected

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Brussels

~ 140 Flights affected

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Santiago De Compostela

~ 8 Flights affected

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Yerevan

~ 4 Flights affected

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Moscow

~ 4 Flights affected

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Tenerife

~ 4 Flights affected

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Gran Canaria

~ 4 Flights affected

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La Palma

~ 4 Flights affected

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Lanzarote

~ 4 Flights affected

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El Hierro

~ 4 Flights affected

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Santa Cruz De Tenerife

~ 4 Flights affected

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Las Palmas

~ 4 Flights affected

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Granadilla De Abone

~ 4 Flights affected

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Santa Cruz De La Palma

~ 4 Flights affected

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Valverde

~ 4 Flights affected

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New York

~ 1 Flights affected

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Dallas

~ 1 Flights affected

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Newark

~ 1 Flights affected

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Delays and Cancellations

High winds and low clouds disrupt 569 flights at Harry Reid International Airport

Weather disrupted 569 flights at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on 11 October 2026, with 522 delays and 47 cancellations linked to high winds and low clouds. Some arrivals and flights bound for Las Vegas faced average delays of about 50 minutes, while arrival delays for aircraft already airborne were 15 minutes or less. If you're traveling through the airport, check your flight's status directly with your airline before making changes to your plans. Weather-related compensation is generally unlikely under EC 261 or equivalent UK rules where applicable, but care and assistance rights may still apply depending on your journey.

Matteo FlorisOct 12, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Panama earthquakes temporarily halt operations at Tocumen International Airport

Flights at Tocumen International Airport in Panama City were temporarily interrupted on 9 October 2026 as earthquakes measuring 7.7 and 6.6 struck Panama, prompting a state of emergency and more than 100 aftershocks. The airport reopened that afternoon, although some travelers experienced cancellations, delays, and interrupted journeys. Damage to hotels, roads, and bridges added to the wider travel disruption, with the strongest impacts in Veraguas, Herrera, Coclé, and Los Santos. If your flight was affected, compensation is generally unlikely because earthquakes are outside an airline's control, but you may still have rights to care, assistance, an alternative flight, or a refund, depending on your journey.

Matteo FlorisOct 12, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports record nearly 1,500 cancellations after attacks

Attacks on Saudi aviation infrastructure left travelers facing widespread cancellations at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, and King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. Across 11 and 12 October 2026, the airports recorded nearly 1,500 cancellation listings, with possible overlap between connecting flights, while about 500 Bangladeshi passengers were stranded in Riyadh. Etihad Airways, Emirates, flydubai, and Lufthansa Group also canceled services or suspended routes, affecting international connections and Umrah travel. Compensation is generally unlikely because the attacks were outside airlines’ control, but if your journey is covered by applicable passenger rights rules, you may still qualify for care, rerouting, or a refund.

Matteo FlorisOct 12, 2026

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Cancellations

Etihad and flydubai extend Saudi Arabia flight cancellations through 14 October

Travelers between the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia face extended cancellations with Etihad Airways and flydubai following an attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Etihad has canceled flights between Abu Dhabi and Dammam, Jeddah, and Riyadh, including return services, from 11 to 13 October 2026, while flydubai's flights to Riyadh, Dammam, and Abha are canceled through 14 October 2026. Both airlines are monitoring the situation and advise you to check their official websites for updates. Compensation is unlikely for these journeys, but you should still ask your airline about rebooking, refunds, and any care and assistance available for your circumstances.

Matteo FlorisOct 12, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Moscow airport restrictions delay or cancel 4 flights at Yerevan's Zvartnots airport

Travel between Yerevan, Armenia, and Moscow, Russia, was affected by temporary restrictions across Moscow's airports from 11 October 2026, with disruption continuing on 12 October. At Zvartnots International Airport, 2 flights were delayed and 2 were canceled, affecting both arrivals from Moscow and departures to the Russian capital. The wider restrictions also led to more than 25 Moscow-bound aircraft being diverted to alternative airports in other cities, while Russia's aviation authority said safety measures had been introduced. If your journey was affected, compensation and assistance depend on the rules covering your flight and the circumstances, so it's worth checking your rights rather than assuming compensation applies.

Matteo FlorisOct 12, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Wizz Air cancels winter Dubai and Abu Dhabi flights as Singapore Airlines and Scoot extend suspensions

Middle East route suspensions are stretching into winter and, for some airlines, 2027 after regional airspace restrictions were extended on 30 September 2026. Wizz Air has canceled its Dubai and Abu Dhabi flights for the winter season because longer routings made operations commercially unviable, while Singapore Airlines has suspended Dubai until 1 December 2026 and Scoot has suspended Singapore–Jeddah until 2 December 2026. Air Canada, Cathay Pacific, and Finnair have announced longer suspensions, while British Airways and several European carriers are planning gradual returns on selected routes. If your journey's affected, compensation under EC 261 is generally unlikely because of the conflict-related restrictions, but you may still have rights to rebooking, refunds, and care.

Matteo FlorisOct 12, 2026

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Cancellations

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KLM plans flight cancellations from October to March amid repair delays

Maintenance and repair delays are prompting KLM to reduce its flight schedule from 26 October 2026 until early March, while using substitute aircraft on some services. The changes follow short-notice cancellations on at least 5 intercontinental routes during a weekend of technical problems that frustrated passengers and disrupted crew scheduling. By keeping more intercontinental aircraft in reserve, KLM aims to improve reliability and reduce last-minute disruption, although some passengers will still need to adjust their travel plans. If your flight is affected, you may qualify for up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, depending on your flight and the circumstances of the cancellation.

Matteo FlorisOct 12, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storm cancels 385 Barcelona flights as Madrid, Málaga, and Athens face disruption

Travel across Spain and Greece remains disrupted on 8 October 2026 after severe weather canceled 385 flights at Barcelona-El Prat Airport on 3–4 October, caused continuing delays at Madrid Barajas, and forced 37 diversions at Málaga. Vueling, Ryanair, EasyJet, Iberia, Air Europa, and Aegean are among the affected airlines, while unsafe landing conditions have also led to cancellations at Athens Airport. Rail suspensions in Spain and an Aegean-wide ferry ban have complicated onward journeys, leaving thousands of passengers stranded on Greek islands, with recovery expected gradually from 9 October. If your flight's affected, weather-related compensation is unlikely, but your airline may still owe you an alternative flight or refund, refreshments, and accommodation depending on your circumstances.

Matteo FlorisOct 12, 2026

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Delays

Boston Logan runway work delayed 1,310 flights this week

Runway safety work at Boston Logan International Airport left the airport with the highest number of flight delays in the United States this week. Between 4 October 2026 and 6 October 2026, 1,310 flights were delayed, including nearly 530 departures and more than 780 arrivals, and the heaviest disruption hit in the afternoon and evening. The work affects Runway 9/27, where crews are installing an Engineered Material Arresting System, a safety bed designed to stop overrunning aircraft, and intermittent delays are expected until late November even though conditions eased by 7 October. Because the disruption is tied to airport construction and federal traffic controls rather than something the airlines caused, compensation is usually unlikely, but carriers should still help during longer delays.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattOct 8, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Isaias delays nearly 250 flights at Miami International and other Florida airports

Isaias brought nearly 250 flight delays to Florida airports by early afternoon on 7 October 2026, while Miami International recorded 2 cancellations. Airlines also issued waivers for upcoming travel in the storm's path. If you're affected, check your airline's updates and booking options. Weather-related compensation is generally unlikely, but refund or rebooking rights may still apply.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattOct 8, 2026

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Delays

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American Airlines Madrid to Dallas flight diverts to New York after 6 lavatories fail

An American Airlines service from Madrid to Dallas was forced to divert on 6 October 2026 after 6 of the aircraft's 8 lavatories failed during the Atlantic crossing. The flight, operating as Flight 37, landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York instead of continuing nonstop to Dallas, leaving nearly 300 passengers facing a long delay. After more than 3 hours on the ground for repairs and restocking, the same aircraft continued to Texas later that day. Because the flight departed from Spain and the disruption appears linked to a technical issue within the airline's control, affected passengers may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattOct 8, 2026

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Cancellations

Belgian national strike could cancel 140 flights at Brussels Airport on Friday

Brussels Airport is preparing for cancellations on Friday as Belgium's nationwide strike reaches the airport, with ground-handling staff from Alyzia confirming they'll join the walkout. Industry forecasts point to around 140 canceled departures and arrivals, enough to remove about 20%-40% of a normal Friday schedule. Because Alyzia supports a mix of airlines, the disruption is expected to affect the airport more broadly rather than one carrier alone. Compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely when disruption is caused by a wider strike outside the airline's control, but passengers should still be offered care, rerouting, or refunds as needed.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattOct 7, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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United Washington to Rome flight canceled after nearly 12-hour onboard delay

A disrupted United Airlines long-haul service left Rome-bound travelers stranded at Washington Dulles International Airport after flight UA884 failed to depart on 2 October 2026. Passengers boarded in the afternoon and then spent nearly 12 hours caught up in a string of technical, weather, and ground-handling problems before the flight was canceled at about 4:00 am on 3 October. The aircraft never reached Italy, which also led to the cancellation of the return service to Washington. If you were affected, the rules that apply may depend on which leg you were booked on, so it's worth checking your rights carefully.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattOct 6, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storm-driven air traffic restrictions disrupt 4,235 flights across Europe

Severe storms over southwestern Europe on 4 October 2026 prompted Eurocontrol to limit traffic through key airspace sectors, disrupting 4,235 flights across Europe. London Heathrow Airport reported 533 delays and 64 cancellations, while Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Frankfurt Airport also saw major disruption. The knock-on effect spread into Monday, 5 October, as airlines worked through residual delays across hubs including Milan Malpensa Airport, Dublin Airport, Manchester Airport, and Berlin-Brandenburg Airport. Because the restrictions were driven by weather rather than something airlines could control, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261, but affected passengers should still receive care and assistance, including rebooking or refunds after cancellations and support during longer delays.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattOct 6, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storms at Barcelona–El Prat Airport cancel 414 flights

Severe storms at Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) caused a provisional total of 414 flight cancellations between 3 October 2026 and the morning of 5 October 2026. Operations improved on Monday, but delays were still ongoing. Because the disruption was caused by weather outside the airline's control, compensation is unlikely under EC 261, although airlines should still provide rebooking or refunds, food, drinks, and accommodation when needed.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattOct 6, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Fog causes two days of disruption at Tenerife North Airport with 4 cancellations

Dense fog and poor visibility disrupted flights at Tenerife North Airport on 1 and 2 October 2026, forcing crews to divert aircraft and cancel services. The biggest impact came on Friday morning, when 4 confirmed cancellations hit inter-island routes between Tenerife and El Hierro, and Tenerife and Gran Canaria, while other flights were rerouted to Gran Canaria and Tenerife South. For passengers, that meant longer journeys and last-minute changes across the Canary Islands. Because the disruption was caused by bad weather outside the airline's control, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261, but airlines should still provide rebooking, refunds, and care where needed.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattOct 6, 2026

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