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- Italy airport strikes on 13 and 26 June 2026 threaten easyJet and Verona, Cagliari, and Milan Linate flights
Italy airport strikes on 13 and 26 June 2026 threaten easyJet and Verona, Cagliari, and Milan Linate flights
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Checked by Matteo Floris
Last updated on June 15, 2026
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Disruption overview
Italy is set for two major rounds of airport strike action in June 2026. On 13 June 2026, overlapping walkouts involving easyJet staff, ENAV workers at Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN), ground teams at Cagliari Airport (CAG), and Sky Service staff at Milan Linate Airport (LIN) are expected to disrupt flights across the country. A second nationwide 24-hour ground-handling strike is planned for 26 June 2026, making it another high-risk day for cancellations. Protected flight windows still apply between 7:00 am and 10:00 am and 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm, while passenger rights under EC 261 will depend on whether the disruption is linked to airline staff or third-party airport services.
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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Disruption details
Passengers flying in Italy on 13 June 2026 could face major disruption as easyJet staff and airport workers plan overlapping strikes across the country. Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN), Cagliari Airport (CAG), and Milan Linate Airport (LIN) are among the main pressure points, and a second nationwide ground-handling strike is already set for 26 June 2026.
For passengers, that could mean cancellations, delays, and repeated last-minute schedule changes, especially around the middle of the day. The broadest airline impact on 13 June is expected on easyJet, whose pilots and cabin crew are due to strike nationwide for 18 hours, from 6:00 am to 12:00 am.
The 13 June disruption involves several separate actions at once:
EasyJet pilots and cabin crew across Italy are set to strike from 6:00 am to 12:00 am.
ENAV air-traffic-control staff at Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) are due to stop work for the same 18-hour period.
Sogaer ground-handling and security workers at Cagliari Airport (CAG) plan a full-day stoppage from 6:00 am to 12:00 am.
UGL-TA ground staff at Cagliari Airport and Sky Service ground-handling employees at Milan Linate Airport (LIN) plan a second wave of action from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
That mix matters because not every strike affects passengers in the same way. The easyJet walkout could disrupt the airline's schedule across Italy, while the Verona stoppage could affect every airline using the airport, not just easyJet. Cagliari faces a double hit on the same day, and Milan Linate could see slower baggage processing and longer aircraft turnaround times during the afternoon strike window.
With four walkouts overlapping on 13 June, this is shaping up to be the most disruptive travel day of the month. Flights scheduled around midday look especially exposed because several stoppages run at the same time, putting more pressure on check-in, baggage services, security, aircraft turnaround, and airport operations more broadly.
There is still some protection for travelers under Italian aviation strike rules. Flights scheduled in the protected windows of 7:00 am to 10:00 am and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm must operate, and ENAC also publishes a list of guaranteed flights that may run outside those hours. If you can move your booking, those time slots may give you a better chance of traveling as planned.
A second, broader disruption is already confirmed for 26 June 2026, when ground-handling staff at all Italian airports plan a full 24-hour strike. Because ground handling supports essential airport functions, this day carries the highest cancellation risk later in the month and could affect journeys well beyond one airline or one city.
If you're traveling around either strike date, it's worth checking your flight status often in the days before departure and again before heading to the airport. These strikes are already listed on Italy's official strike calendar, but industrial action can still shift at short notice, so the latest airline and airport updates will matter.
Your passenger rights will depend on what caused your disruption. Under EC 261, flights departing the EU or operated by an EU airline can be covered, but compensation during strike action isn't always straightforward. If the disruption is linked to an airline's own staff, compensation may still be possible. If it's caused only by air traffic control or third-party ground handlers, compensation is less likely. Even when compensation is unclear, your airline should still offer rerouting or a refund after a cancellation, plus meals, refreshments, and accommodation when needed. If you'd like to understand where you stand, you can check your rights with AirHelp's free flight checker in just 2 minutes.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights
When your flight's disrupted, you have rights. Most passenger protection laws cover the following:
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.
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.
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 strike
Status
Future – confirmed disruption
Compensation
May qualify for compensation
Airlines affected
Easyjet
Airports affected
Villafranca, Elmas Airport, Milano Linate Airport
Cities affected
Verona, Cagliari, Milan
Countries affected
Italy
Start date
2026-06-13
Checked by
Matteo Floris
Date updated
June 15, 2026
What to do if your flight is delayed, canceled, or overbooked
If you're traveling to, from, or within the European Union, here's what you should do when you experience a disruption.
Gather evidence that your flight was delayed, canceled, or overbooked.
Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the disruption and the reason behind it.
Request an alternative flight to your destination — or a refund if you no longer wish to travel.
Make a note of the arrival time at your final destination.
Ask the airline to provide vouchers for meals and refreshments.
Avoid signing documents or accepting offers that may waive your passenger rights.
If an overnight stay is required, ask the airline to provide accommodation.
Save receipts for any additional expenses caused by the disruption.
