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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

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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

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Valverde

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New York

~ 1 Flights affected

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Dallas

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Newark

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Over 9,500 Middle East flights canceled as hubs close

More than 9,500 flights have been canceled in the Middle East as major hubs shut down. The disruption involves widespread cancellations, with no confirmed details on affected airlines, airports, dates, or causes. Travelers with itineraries touching the region should verify their flight status and booking options directly with their airline and monitor official updates.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Airspace closures after strikes on Iran lead to widespread flight disruption

Middle East airspace closures following February 28 strikes on Iran triggered large-scale flight disruption. Dubai International, Abu Dhabi and Doha halted operations, with reported damage at airports in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Airlines including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Air France, British Airways, Air India, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Delta and United suspended services. Thousands of flights were canceled or delayed, and two long-haul flights diverted back to their origin. Authorities issued advisories as limited rescue flights operated. Passengers should check live flight status and prepare for changes.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Umrah operators reroute return flights as conflict strands Malaysian pilgrims in Madinah and Jeddah

Over 260 Malaysian Umrah pilgrims were stranded in Madinah and Jeddah due to regional airspace closures and suspended commercial flights. Umrah operators have rerouted return journeys, with Tiram Travel securing seats on operating airlines and the first returns set for 3 March 2026. One operator shifted affected travelers from Malaysia Airlines to AirAsia where possible, while other staged departures were canceled. Travel firms are covering accommodation, meals, and transport. Malaysian diplomatic missions and agencies are coordinating support and return logistics; all contacted Malaysians are reported safe.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Europe air travel hit by delays and cancellations on 2 March

European air travel faced extensive disruption on 2 March, with nearly 950 delays and at least 265 cancellations. The knock‑on effects followed Middle East airspace closures, prompting reroutes, crew and aircraft reassignments, and congestion at major hubs. Airports in London, Frankfurt, Madrid-Barajas, Barcelona-El Prat and Stockholm-Arlanda were among those impacted. Finnair, British Airways, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Iberia and Scandinavian Airlines reported operational challenges. Travelers were advised to arrive early, stay in contact with airlines and monitor flight status closely as schedules remained fluid.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Middle East airspace closures disrupt flights; limited Dubai services resume

Airspace closures across parts of the Middle East from 28 February caused widespread cancellations, diversions and airport shutdowns, including at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC). Limited services began to resume on 2 March, while some airlines kept regular operations suspended until at least 3 p.m. on 3 March. Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad and Flydubai were among those affected. Authorities arranged shelter for about 20,200 stranded transit passengers, and repatriation flights were coordinated by several countries.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Europe flight disruption: 565 cancellations and 1,493 delays after airspace closures

Thousands of passengers across Europe faced disruption as major airlines canceled 565 flights and delayed 1,493 more. The impact was concentrated at hubs in the United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, France, and Italy after regional airspace closures forced carriers to reroute or suspend services. Affected airlines included British Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines. Longer routings, fuel constraints, and aircraft and crew repositioning compounded operational challenges, with some secondary European connections temporarily reduced.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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UAE resumes limited flights after 48-hour shutdown; disruption ongoing

Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) restarted a limited number of flights on March 2 following a 48-hour suspension linked to regional strikes. Emirates and flydubai resumed some services, while Etihad planned partial operations from March 3. Authorities advised passengers to go to the airport only with confirmed departures. Over 13,000 cancellations were reported after the initial weekend of military strikes, with airlines including Lufthansa, British Airways, Delta, United, and Air India suspending regional services. Air Arabia maintained restrictions through March 3–4 on select routes.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Middle East conflict prompts 700+ flight cancellations; India routes, fares hit

Airspace closures across several Middle Eastern countries triggered widespread cancellations and rerouting. On March 1, about 716 flights in the region were canceled, following nearly 1,800 the previous day. Indian carriers and airports experienced significant impacts, including 444 cancellations on March 1 and 410 on February 28. Mumbai recorded 57 cancellations and Hyderabad over 50 in a day, while fares on key international routes surged. Airlines adjusted routings with technical stops, and authorities coordinated passenger support and operational measures.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Middle East air hubs close as airlines halt services and flights are canceled

Airspace closures and airport shutdowns across the Middle East triggered widespread cancellations, with over 1,800 flights scrapped in a day. Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha hubs were closed. Emirates halted Dubai operations through Monday afternoon, while Air India suspended flights across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel and Qatar until Tuesday. EL AL prepared repatriation flights once routes reopen. Injuries were reported at Dubai International and Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International. Airspace restrictions extended across Israel, Qatar, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and the UAE, stranding travelers as far as Bali and Dhaka.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Air India and IndiGo cancel Middle East and Europe flights amid regional airspace closures

Air India and IndiGo have canceled and suspended multiple services after regional airspace closures affected key corridors. Air India scrapped 28 flight segments from March 1, and paused flights to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Qatar through March 2. IndiGo canceled routes across West Asia and parts of Europe. By March 1, Indian carriers had canceled over 350 flights. Rerouting via northern paths is adding up to three hours, and some long-haul services require technical stops. Rebooking and refunds are being offered to affected passengers.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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easyJet halts UK–Cyprus flights through Thursday

easyJet has suspended all flights between the United Kingdom and Cyprus through Thursday. The disruption covers services from Larnaca International Airport to London Gatwick, and from Paphos International Airport to both London Gatwick and Manchester. Other destinations, such as Berlin, appear unaffected at this time. Further updates are expected.

Matteo FlorisMar 2, 2026

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UAE launches national response to flight disruption with free lodging, rapid visas and rerouting

UAE authorities activated a coordinated aviation response after temporary airspace closures and safety measures disrupted flights at Dubai International, Zayed International (Abu Dhabi), and Sharjah International. More than 20,200 travelers were stranded. The General Civil Aviation Authority and airport teams provided free accommodation, meals, rerouting, and on-site support, with emergency visas issued for affected tourists. Abu Dhabi instructed hotels to extend stays at government expense, while private firms and residents offered additional lodging. Passengers are advised to stay in contact with airlines for rebooking or refunds and to keep receipts.

Matteo FlorisMar 2, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Middle East airspace closures disrupt flights and shut Gulf hubs

Airspace closures across the Middle East since Feb 28, 2026 have caused widespread cancellations, diversions, and suspensions. Gulf hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha were closed, affecting airlines including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Lufthansa, British Airways, Air India, IndiGo, and others. India saw 350 flight cancellations on Mar 1, while Mumbai Airport alone recorded 57. Some airlines announced time-bound suspensions, and several routes from China to the Gulf and Israel were halted. Recovery is expected to take days as aircraft and crews are repositioned.

Matteo FlorisMar 2, 2026

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UAE suspends flights amid airspace closure; state funds care for stranded travellers

Flights across the United Arab Emirates are suspended due to airspace closures, with Dubai International and Dubai World Central shut until further notice. The UAE government is covering essential costs for stranded travellers, including temporary accommodation, meals and refreshments. Authorities have activated emergency protocols to manage rebooking and on-ground logistics. Hotels in Abu Dhabi and Dubai have been directed to extend guest stays under existing terms at government expense, while private companies have offered free lodging. More than 20,200 travellers have received assistance so far.

Matteo FlorisMar 2, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Airlines cancel and reroute flights after US–Israel strikes on Iran

Airlines worldwide have canceled, rerouted, or suspended services following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran starting 28 February 2026. Airspace closures span Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Israel, Bahrain, the UAE, Qatar, and Syria, impacting hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha. Carriers named include Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, Air India, IndiGo, British Airways, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, Virgin Atlantic, Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, Air Canada, and Akasa Air. Reported impacts include thousands of cancellations and widespread delays, with some suspensions confirmed through early March.

Matteo FlorisMar 2, 2026

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Cancellations

Global flight cancellations persist as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha remain closed

Global air travel remains heavily disrupted on 2 March 2026. Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha stayed closed for a third day, with hundreds of cancellations by Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways. Air India suspended services from Delhi, Mumbai and Amritsar to major destinations. FlightAware reported thousands of cancellations over the weekend, and Monday began with more than 1,239 flights canceled early. Airspace over several Middle Eastern countries was largely empty, while some flights rerouted. Travelers are advised to expect further delays and cancellations.

Matteo FlorisMar 2, 2026

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