Flight cancellation and delay news

Cancellations and delays reported across UK airports on 10 March

11 Mar 2026, 08:51

UK passengers faced widespread disruption on 10 March 2026, with at least 42 cancellations and roughly 146 delays across London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow. British Airways, EasyJet, Air France and Emirates were affected. The disruption is linked to a Middle East airspace crisis that prompted reroutes and schedule changes, with some UK–Middle East routes suspended and trimmed services from Dubai. Airlines advised passengers to check flight status and offered rebooking options. Consumer advocates highlighted rerouting/refund and care duties; compensation may not apply.

By Josh Arnfield

Paris CDG disruption: 96 delays and 15 cancellations on 11 March

11 Mar 2026, 08:51

Charles de Gaulle Airport is reporting extensive disruption on 11 March 2026, with 96 delayed flights and 15 cancellations. Affected airlines include El Al, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Air France, SAS, Air India, Azerbaijan Airlines, and Lufthansa. Key destinations impacted include New York, Dubai, Tokyo, Beijing, and Rome. Travelers are advised to verify their flight status with their airline, arrange rebooking where needed, and review EC 261 rights. Additional time for transfers and monitoring of ground transport such as RER B and airport shuttles is recommended.

By Josh Arnfield

Europe: 190 cancellations and 821 delays reported on 11 March 2026

11 Mar 2026, 08:51

On 11 March 2026, European air travel experienced widespread disruption due to Middle East airspace restrictions that forced longer routings. A total of 190 flights were canceled and 821 delayed. Heathrow logged 30 cancellations and 118 delays, while Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Athens each recorded 19 cancellations. Airlines impacted included Pegasus, KLM, British Airways, Ryanair, SAS, Aegean, Lufthansa and Air France, among others. The knock-on effects left many passengers rebooking and facing missed connections.

By Josh Arnfield

Lufthansa pilots to strike March 12–13, disrupting German departures

11 Mar 2026, 08:42

A 48-hour pilots’ strike called by Vereinigung Cockpit will disrupt Lufthansa Passenger Airlines, Lufthansa Cargo, and Lufthansa CityLine departures from German airports from 00:01 on March 12 to 23:59 on March 13, 2026. The action stems from stalled pay talks at Lufthansa CityLine and a dispute over company pensions for Lufthansa and Lufthansa Cargo pilots. Flights from Germany to selected Middle Eastern destinations are excluded, covering Egypt, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Iraq, Israel, Yemen, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. If your flight is affected by the Lufthansa pilot strike, check for up to €600 compensation with AirHelp.

By Josh Arnfield

Germany: 202 flight delays and 18 cancellations at Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin-Brandenburg

11 Mar 2026, 08:50

Flights in Germany are facing widespread disruption across Frankfurt, Munich and Berlin-Brandenburg, with 202 delays and 18 cancellations reported. Lufthansa and group carriers are among the most affected, alongside KLM, Qatar Airways, Air India, Emirates, United Airlines, Condor, Air Dolomiti and Discover Airlines. Travelers are advised to check airline and airport updates, consider rebooking or refunds if canceled, and retain receipts for any extra expenses. If you thin you may be owed up to €600 compensation from a delayed or canceled flight, check for FREE with AirHelp.

By Josh Arnfield

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12 March Belgium strike: Brussels Airport halts all departures; Charleroi closed

11 Mar 2026, 08:46

A 24-hour national strike on Thursday, 12 March 2026 will halt all departing passenger flights at Brussels Airport (BRU) and fully close Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). Some arrivals at BRU may still land but face severe delays due to limited staffing. Over 65,000 passengers are affected. Brussels Airlines, Air Canada, Lufthansa, and United Airlines have issued waivers for free rebooking between 11–19 March. Travelers are advised to rebook immediately, avoid departing on 13 March due to knock-on disruption, and consider overland travel to nearby airports.

By Josh Arnfield

Dhaka airport logs 391 cancellations since Feb 28; 24 more on 11 March amid Middle East airspace closures

11 Mar 2026, 08:49

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka reported 24 flight cancellations on Wednesday, 11 March, as part of an ongoing disruption linked to airspace closures across seven Middle Eastern countries. Since 28 February, cancellations at the airport have totaled 391. Affected carriers on 11 March included Kuwait Airways, Air Arabia, Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Jazeera Airways, and flydubai. Daily cancellation figures between 28 February and 10 March ranged from 23 to 46 per day, underscoring a continuing operational impact on flights from Dhaka.

By Josh Arnfield

Global cancellations surpass 37,000 amid Middle East conflict; Thailand logs 166 cancellations

11 Mar 2026, 08:49

Over 37,000 flights have been canceled worldwide due to the Middle East conflict, with major Gulf carriers affected. In Thailand, 166 flights were canceled between Feb 28 and Mar 3 (105 outbound, 61 inbound), impacting gateways including Phuket, Krabi, and Chiang Mai. International arrivals to Thailand declined in early March, particularly from long-haul markets. Rising fuel prices are increasing airline costs and could push fares higher. Authorities in Thailand are redirecting marketing efforts toward alternative source markets while monitoring potential longer-term impacts.

By Josh Arnfield

SunExpress cancellations leave UK mother and daughter stranded in Dubai

11 Mar 2026, 08:49

A UK mother and her 14-year-old daughter are stranded in Dubai after two SunExpress return flights were canceled following regional security escalations and a temporary airport closure. A rebooking attempt for March 10 also failed. The UK government has registered them for an assisted flight. Authorities advise against non-essential travel to the UAE. Airlines including Emirates, Etihad, and Qatar Airways have issued updated guidance while some services gradually restart, though many routes remain suspended or limited.

By Josh Arnfield

UAE, Qatar airspace closures disrupt South Africa–Gulf flights

10 Mar 2026, 09:32

Airspace closures over the UAE and Qatar have disrupted travel between South Africa and Gulf hubs. ACSA recorded 14 cancellations at Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban airports. Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, and South African Airways suspended or limited services, with airlines cautiously restoring operations from March 3. As of March 9, operations remain constrained: Emirates has restored about 60% of its network, while Qatar Airways and others operate limited schedules. Passengers are advised to confirm flight status and await airline guidance before going to the airport.

By Josh Arnfield

UK flight disruption: 76 cancellations and hundreds of delays at major airports

10 Mar 2026, 09:32

Flights across the United Kingdom are currently disrupted, with 76 cancellations and hundreds of delays reported at major hubs including London Heathrow, London City, London Gatwick, Manchester, and Birmingham. Reported figures include Heathrow (233 delays, 36 cancellations), London City (61 delays, 20 cancellations), Manchester (83 delays, 8 cancellations), Gatwick (305 delays, 5 cancellations), and Birmingham (55 delays, 7 cancellations). The situation affects multiple airlines and both domestic and international routes. If the disruption was the airline's fault and you think you may be eligible for up to £520 compensation, check with AirHelp using our FREE flight checker tool.

By Josh Arnfield

Europe cancels 333 flights and delays 2,396 on 9 March, stranding travelers

10 Mar 2026, 09:31

European air travel was heavily disrupted on 9 March 2026, with 333 flight cancellations and 2,396 delays. Queues and missed connections were reported at hubs including Copenhagen, Barcelona–El Prat, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Frankfurt. Airlines affected included Ryanair, KLM, British Airways, Qatar Airways and El Al. Causes cited ranged from weather-related constraints in the UK to congested air traffic corridors and airspace rerouting. Rebooking demand surged, accommodation near major airports filled up, and further rolling delays and cancellations were expected through the day. If the disruption was the airline's fault and you think you may be eligible for up to €600 compensation, check with AirHelp using our FREE flight checker tool.

By Josh Arnfield

Germany: 34 flights canceled and widespread delays at Frankfurt, Berlin and Munich

10 Mar 2026, 09:30

Air travel in Germany is facing fresh disruptions across Frankfurt, Berlin Brandenburg and Munich. A total of 34 flights have been canceled, with additional delays across multiple carriers. Qatar Airways has the highest number of cancellations, with further impacts reported for United Airlines, Gulf Air, El Al, Lufthansa, German Airways, BA CityFlyer and KLM. Passengers are advised to monitor airline communications for updates and rebooking options and consider alternative routes or ground transport where necessary. If the disruption was the airline's fault and you think you may be eligible for up to €600 compensation, check with AirHelp using our FREE flight checker tool.

By Josh Arnfield

Spain: 21 cancellations and 447 delays disrupt flights at four major airports

10 Mar 2026, 09:29

On 9 March 2026, flight operations in Spain were disrupted across Barcelona–El Prat, Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas, Málaga–Costa del Sol and Valencia, with 21 cancellations and 447 delays. Airlines affected included Iberia, Qatar Airways, Vueling Airlines, Ryanair, Lufthansa and Air Europa. Contributing factors cited were rerouting and rescheduling pressures, weather-related constraints, airspace restrictions and network congestion, which created rolling knock-on delays. Advocacy groups reminded travelers of EU passenger rights for compensation, rerouting and assistance. If the disruption was the airline's fault and you think you may be eligible for up to €600 compensation, check with AirHelp using our FREE flight checker tool.

By Josh Arnfield

Middle East conflict triggers widespread flight cancellations and delays across UAE hubs and beyond

09 Mar 2026, 08:59

Airspace closures linked to escalating conflict have caused extensive cancellations and delays across key Middle East hubs, impacting carriers including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, FlyDubai, Flynas, and Royal Jordanian. Reported figures include more than 460 cancellations and 321 delays across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, plus additional disruptions at Al Maktoum. Regionally, over 2,650 flights have been canceled. Emirates and Etihad have restarted limited services, while Hamad International Airport has remained closed for periods. Disruption began around February 28 and continues into early March.

By Josh Arnfield

Larnaca Airport cancels 38 flights on Monday amid Middle East tensions

09 Mar 2026, 08:59

Larnaca Airport in Cyprus canceled 38 flights on Monday due to rising tensions in the Middle East. The impact was evenly split with 19 arrivals and 19 departures canceled. Services to and from Israel, Lebanon, and the United Arab Emirates were among those affected. Travelers with bookings for the day were advised to contact their airline or travel agent for the latest flight information and guidance on alternatives.

By Josh Arnfield

Indian airlines cancel 279 international flights amid Gulf airspace closures

09 Mar 2026, 09:00

Indian carriers canceled 279 international flights on 8 March due to Gulf airspace closures linked to regional conflict. The Civil Aviation Ministry cited widespread operational disruption. Mumbai airport logged 66 cancellations (34 departures, 32 arrivals). Delhi’s airport warned that some west-bound services could see delays or schedule changes. From 9 March, carriers scheduled additional services, including Air India and Air India Express flights to Jeddah and Muscat, plus ad‑hoc UAE services. Air India also planned 78 extra flights between 10–18 March. Authorities said they are coordinating and monitoring airfares.

By Josh Arnfield

Europe 9 March: 212 flight cancellations and 1,698 delays across major hubs

09 Mar 2026, 09:01

On 9 March 2026, Europe reports 212 canceled flights and 1,698 delays across major hubs in the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Italy. Heathrow logs 44 cancellations and 195 delays, while Paris Charles de Gaulle records 16 cancellations and 221 delays. Amsterdam Schiphol notes 25 cancellations and 201 delays. Affected airlines include EasyJet, British Airways, Ryanair, Air France, KLM, Pegasus and others. Travelers are advised to monitor airline updates for rebooking and assistance, with some carriers offering flexible options.

By Josh Arnfield

Cairo Airport disruption: 52 cancellations and 104 delays across multiple airlines

09 Mar 2026, 09:01

Cairo International Airport is experiencing widespread disruption with 52 flight cancellations and 104 delays. Airlines affected include EgyptAir, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Flynas, Gulf Air, and others. Authorities cite regional conflicts and airspace restrictions as the cause. Knock-on delays and cancellations are reported at Dubai, Kuwait, Doha (Hamad), Beirut (Rafic Hariri), London Heathrow, and Frankfurt International. Delays range from 45 minutes to several hours. Passengers are advised to check flight status, contact their airline for rebooking or care, consider alternative routings, and monitor gate announcements.

By Josh Arnfield

Oman Air cancels multiple routes amid regional airspace restrictions

09 Mar 2026, 09:01

Oman Air canceled multiple flights across its network due to regional airspace closures and safety concerns. Affected routes included Amman, Dubai, Bahrain, Doha, Dammam, Kuwait, Baghdad, Khasab, and Copenhagen, with suspensions running to at least March 6. Other services continued but passengers were advised to expect potential delays, verify bookings, and use rebooking or refund options. Muscat’s airport operations faced pressure, with restrictions placed on private jet traffic to prioritize commercial and governmental flights.

By Josh Arnfield

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