Over 950 Flight Delays and 21 Cancellations Hit Multiple European Airlines Across Major Airports
Air travellers across Europe have been impacted after 21 flights were cancelled and 957 delayed at airports such as Paris, Rome, Athens, and Billund. Airlines including Brussels, HOP!, CityJet, Braathens, and Scandinavian experienced these disruptions, affecting numerous routes and passengers. The affected regions include Croatia, France, Denmark, Italy, and Greece. The reason for disruption remains unspecified.
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Recent disruptions have severely impacted air travel throughout Europe, with a total of 21 flight cancellations and 957 delays reported across several key airports. Major carriers encountering these issues include Brussels Airlines, HOP!, CityJet, Braathens, and Scandinavian Airlines, among others.
These operational setbacks affected a broad network of airports, specifically in Zagreb, Paris, Billund, Rome, and Athens. The reported disruptions span countries including Croatia, France, Denmark, Italy, and Greece, negatively impacting thousands of airline passengers and schedules.
Although the precise cause of the disruption has not been detailed, the event has led to significant travel chaos, with passengers experiencing schedule changes, extended wait times, and uncertainty regarding onward connections.
While airlines have yet to provide a comprehensive explanation for these widespread delays and cancellations, affected travellers are encouraged to consult their carriers for updates and understand their rights regarding compensation, rerouting, or refunds under current passenger protection regulations.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights:
When your flight's disrupted, you may be entitled to various forms of care and compensation under EC 261 and other applicable laws.
Up to €600 compensation
Passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed over 3 hours may be entitled to financial compensation ranging from €250 to €600 per person.
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, your airline must provide an alternative. You may also get a full refund if you no longer wish to travel.
Care and assistance
Your airline must provide food and refreshments if your journey is delayed more than a few hours.
Accommodation
If you are away from home and your journey is delayed overnight, the airline must offer you accommodation and transportation to it.
Communication
Under EC 261 you are entitled to 2 phone calls or emails if your journey is delayed over 1 hour.
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:
Other
Compensation:
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected:
978
Status:
Current disruption
Airlines affected:
Brussels Airlines, HOP!, CityJet, Braathens, Scandinavian
Airports affected:
Velika Gorica, Paris, Billund, Rome, Athens
Checked by:
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated:
November 3, 2025