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- Europe flight disruption: 278 cancellations and 900+ delays across airlines
Europe flight disruption: 278 cancellations and 900+ delays across airlines
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By Matteo Floris
Last updated on February 9, 2026
278
Affected flights
24
Affected airports
23
Affected airlines
What Happened
Air travel across Europe is currently disrupted, with 278 flight cancellations and more than 900 delays reported. Impacts span major hubs including Berlin, Helsinki–Vantaa, Madrid–Barajas, Heathrow, Zurich, and Paris Charles de Gaulle. Airlines affected include easyJet, KLM, BA CityFlyer, Air France, Swiss, British Airways, SAS, Vueling, Finnair, and Lufthansa. Notable details include 37 easyJet cancellations in Berlin, 13 cancellations and 100 delays at Helsinki–Vantaa, and 15 cancellations with 87 delays in Madrid. Travelers are advised to monitor airline updates as the situation evolves.
Passengers affected by this flight disruption may be eligible for compensation of up to $650 under passenger rights regulations. Eligibility depends on the circumstances of the disruption.
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Flight Disruption Details
Air passengers across Europe are facing widespread disruption, with 278 flight cancellations and more than 900 delays reported across multiple airports and airlines. The disruption is ongoing and involves both cancellations and delays.
Impacts are spread across many hubs. In Berlin, easyJet canceled 37 flights, while KLM halted 9 services and BA CityFlyer canceled 8. At Helsinki–Vantaa, there were 13 cancellations and 100 delays, with Finnair primarily affected. Copenhagen reported delays and cancellations across several operators, including SAS, Cityjet, SAS Link, Norwegian Air Sweden, and Braathens Regional Airways.
In Spain, Madrid’s Adolfo Suárez Madrid‑Barajas airport recorded 15 cancellations and 87 delays, particularly hitting Iberia and Air Europa. In the UK, Heathrow saw cancellations and delays involving British Airways, Iberia, and Scandinavian Airlines Ireland. Zurich (Kloten) reported issues affecting Swiss, Helvetic, and easyJet, while Paris Charles de Gaulle recorded disruptions involving Air France and easyJet.
Additional affected hubs include Athens, Brussels, London City, Barcelona, Warsaw, Paris Orly, Oslo, Stockholm‑Arlanda, Düsseldorf, Gatwick, Gdansk, Palma de Mallorca, Malaga, Frankfurt, Munich, Lisbon, and Milan–Linate.
Airlines named in the disruption span a broad set of carriers: easyJet, KLM, BA CityFlyer, Air France, Swiss, British Airways, SAS, Vueling, Finnair, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Norwegian, Aegean, Cityjet, SAS Link, Norwegian Air Sweden, Braathens Regional Airways, Iberia, Air Europa, Scandinavian Airlines Ireland, Helvetic, Olympic Air, and Aegean Airlines.
Airports and airlines are working to manage the situation. Travelers are advised to stay alert for updates from their carriers and check their flight status frequently as schedules continue to change.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger 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 check-in and boarding times.
Quick facts
Summary
Disruption
Delays and Cancellations
Cause
Other
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
Possibly eligible for compensation
Flights affected
278
Airlines affected
easyJet, KLM, BA CityFlyer, Air France, Swiss, British Airways, SAS, Vueling, Finnair, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Norwegian, Aegean, Cityjet, SAS Link, Norwegian Air Sweden, Braathens Regional Airways, Iberia, Air Europa, Scandinavian Airlines Ireland, Helvetic, Olympic Air, Aegean Airlines
Airports affected
Berlin, Helsinki–Vantaa, Copenhagen, Adolfo Suárez Madrid‑Barajas, Heathrow, Zurich (Kloten), Paris Charles de Gaulle, Athens, Brussels, London City, Barcelona, Warsaw, Paris Orly, Oslo, Stockholm‑Arlanda, Düsseldorf, Gatwick, Gdansk, Palma de Mallorca, Malaga, Frankfurt, Munich, Lisbon, Milan–Linate
Checked by
Matteo Floris
Date updated
February 9, 2026
What To Do If Your Flight Is Cancelled
If you're traveling to or from the European Union, here's what to do when your flight is unexpectedly scrubbed:
Collect proof that your flight was canceled, e.g. boarding pass, vouchers and any other travel documents.
Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the cancellation and reasons behind it.
Request an alternate flight to your destination - or a refund.
Make a note of the arrival time at your destination.
Ask the airline to pay for your meals and refreshments.
Don't sign anything or accept any offers that may waive your rights.
Get the airline to provide you with a hotel room, if needed.
Keep your receipts if your canceled flight ends up costing you extra money.
