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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Boston

~ 15,497 Flights affected

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Chicago

~ 9,697 Flights affected

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Dallas

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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San Diego

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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Indianapolis

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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Philadelphia

~ 7,600 Flights affected

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Newark

~ 7,600 Flights affected

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New York

~ 7,600 Flights affected

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Washington

~ 7,000 Flights affected

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Frankfurt

~ 1,661 Flights affected

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Paris

~ 1,661 Flights affected

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Riyadh

~ 1,625 Flights affected

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Dubai

~ 1,625 Flights affected

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Doha

~ 1,625 Flights affected

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Charleroi

~ 910 Flights affected

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Denver

~ 650 Flights affected

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Lisbon

~ 500 Flights affected

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Porto

~ 500 Flights affected

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Faro

~ 500 Flights affected

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Tokyo

~ 275 Flights affected

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Chiba

~ 275 Flights affected

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Phoenix

~ 270 Flights affected

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Edinburgh

~ 140 Flights affected

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Glasgow

~ 140 Flights affected

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Newcastle

~ 140 Flights affected

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Patna

~ 2 Flights affected

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Delhi

~ 2 Flights affected

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New Delhi

~ 2 Flights affected

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Delays and Cancellations

Gulf hubs log 166 cancellations and 103 delays at Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, and Riyadh airports

A fresh wave of disruption has hit Bahrain International Airport, Hamad International Airport, Dubai International Airport, and King Khalid International Airport, where 166 cancellations and 103 delays were recorded across a short operating window. For passengers, that has meant missed connections, long lines for rebooking, meal vouchers, and hotel rooms, with knock-on effects spreading through major long-haul routes linking Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The disruption appears tied to regional airspace pressure and operational constraints rather than an airline-controlled issue, so compensation is likely limited, but travelers should still receive care, assistance, and rerouting support if their journey is affected.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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East Midlands Airport security alert delays Jet2 and Ryanair flights

East Midlands Airport temporarily paused departures and evacuated its passenger terminal on 26 May 2026 after security equipment flagged a checked bag. The alert delayed flights including a Jet2 service to Chania and Ryanair departures to Faro, Knock, and Murcia. No cancellations were reported, and the luggage was declared harmless shortly after 11:00 am. If you were caught up in the disruption, the wait and uncertainty were understandably stressful. Because the delay was caused by a security incident outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during longer delays.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Chicago O'Hare disruption delays 297 flights and cancels 7 more

On 26 May 2026, Chicago O'Hare International Airport recorded 297 delays and 7 cancellations, with United Airlines, American Airlines, and SkyWest services hit hardest. Thunderstorms, temporary air traffic control limits, and ORD's heavy congestion quickly pushed the disruption beyond Chicago and into the wider network. For passengers, that meant missed connections, longer waits, and late arrivals on both domestic and international routes linked to places including Copenhagen, Dublin, Seoul, and Mexico City. Because the disruption was driven mainly by weather and ATC restrictions outside airline control, compensation under any regulation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide rebooking, refunds where relevant, and care during long delays.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Rome Fiumicino groundings disrupt 4 easyJet, United Airlines, and American Airlines flights

At least 4 departures were held on the ground or removed from the schedule at Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino International Airport on 27 May 2026, affecting easyJet, United Airlines, and American Airlines services from Rome. Delays then spread to flights connected with Geneva Airport, Zurich Airport, Copenhagen Airport, Athens International Airport, and key North American routes, with some passengers facing longer layovers or reroutings through other European gateways. The disruption also underlined how stretched Italian aviation has been this spring, after recent strikes and operational issues left less room to absorb new problems. Because the exact cause had not yet been confirmed, compensation is not clear-cut, but passengers on airline-controlled cancellations or long delays may still have rights under EC 261 and can use AirHelp's free checker to see what may apply.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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US flight disruption causes 5,284 delays and 95 cancellations on 28 May

A broad day of disruption hit US flights on 28 May 2026, leaving 5,284 delays and 95 cancellations across major and regional airlines. Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport recorded 696 delays and 9 cancellations, while Washington Dulles International Airport saw the highest airport cancellation total with 17, as disruption also spread through Atlanta, New York LaGuardia, Charlotte, Boston, Orlando, Los Angeles, Seattle, Hartford, and Columbus. With heavy traffic, crew and aircraft rotation issues, air-traffic-control congestion, and severe weather all playing a part, passenger rights will depend on the route and the exact cause of the disruption. If your journey was affected, it’s worth checking what support or compensation may apply to your flight.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Europe flight disruptions hit 2,649 services at Heathrow, Gatwick, Schiphol, and Charles de Gaulle

A broad wave of disruption across Europe left passengers facing long waits, missed connections, and last-minute cancellations after 2,649 services were affected in the 24 hours before publication. Major pressure points included London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, while easyJet, KLM, and Lufthansa were among the airlines dealing with high numbers of delays and cancellations. Hundreds of travelers were still stranded as airports and airlines tried to clear the backlog. With adverse weather, air traffic control restrictions, and ground staffing shortages all feeding the disruption, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261, but airlines should still provide care, rerouting, or refunds where needed.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Australia and New Zealand disruption affects 290 flights across QantasLink, Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Sounds Air

Flights across Australia and New Zealand were still under pressure on 26 May 2026, with 28 cancellations and 262 significant delays by early afternoon. QantasLink, Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Sounds Air were among the airlines most affected, while Melbourne Airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, Canberra Airport, and Wellington International Airport saw the sharpest strain as missed connections and long rebooking lines built up. The disruption appears to have come from operational pressure inside the airlines' own networks rather than one isolated trigger, and some delays could continue for another 24–48 hours. Passenger rights will depend on the route and the reason recorded for the disruption, but some EU-bound trips may still need a closer look under EC 261, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you see what may apply.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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More than 4,200 flights delayed or canceled across Asia and the Middle East

A widespread flight disruption on 25 May 2026 affected major hubs across Asia and parts of the Middle East, with around 4,230 flights disrupted overall, including about 530 cancellations and more than 3,700 delays. Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport were at the center of the pressure, while Chengdu, Tokyo, Bengaluru, Jeddah, Riyadh, and Amman also faced knock-on disruption that left travelers dealing with long lines, repeated schedule changes, and limited rebooking options. Because congestion, local weather, and tight aircraft and crew availability all appear to have played a role, passenger rights may vary depending on the route and whether the disruption was within the airline’s control.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Toronto Pearson delays and cancellations hit 181 flights

Toronto Pearson International Airport recorded 181 disrupted flights by midday on 26 May 2026, including 162 delays and 19 cancellations. The disruption hit Canada's busiest hub just as summer travel was building, putting pressure on connections across Canada and onward to the United States and Europe. Air Canada and WestJet absorbed much of the disruption, with knock-on schedule changes also affecting passengers booked under Air France, KLM, Delta Air Lines, and Virgin Atlantic flight codes. If your journey was affected, your airline should help with rebooking, refunds where relevant, and essential care, while any compensation will depend on whether the cause is later judged to be within airline control.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Madrid-Barajas airport disruption delays 224 flights and cancels 3

A major operational breakdown at Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport on 25 May 2026 caused 224 delays and 3 cancellations as pressure built across gates, baggage systems, and efforts to get aircraft back out on time. The disruption spread quickly beyond Spain, with flights to Lisbon, London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Rome, and Athens all affected. Iberia, Air Nostrum, Air Europa, Ryanair, TAP Air Portugal, and several other airlines were hit, leaving thousands of travelers facing long waits and missed connections. Because the disruption appears to be linked to wider airport and air traffic congestion, compensation under EC 261 may depend on the details of your flight, but airlines should still provide care and assistance while you wait. Passengers were advised to monitor airline apps and allow extra time at the airport.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

United Airlines warns of 6 May Denver disruptions as snow hits the Rocky Mountains

United Airlines has warned that a late-spring snowstorm crossing the Rocky Mountains could disrupt flights through Denver International Airport on 6 May 2026 , with delays and cancellations expected across a wider group of US airports. Eligible customers can rebook without change fees if they travel on a United-operated flight between 3 May 2026 and 9 May 2026 and keep the same cities and cabin. Because the disruption is being driven by severe weather outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely, but affected passengers should still receive care and assistance if their journey is delayed or canceled.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Cancellations

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Portugal airport strike on 3 June could cancel over 500 flights

A 24-hour nationwide strike in Portugal on 3 June 2026 is expected to disrupt air travel across the country and could cancel more than 500 flights. Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport is likely to be hit hardest, with Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, Faro Airport, Funchal Airport, and Ponta Delgada Airport also affected, while TAP Air Portugal may cut up to 300 services. Because this is a wider national strike involving airport staff and cabin crew, whether compensation applies under EC 261 may depend on the circumstances of your flight. Passengers should still be offered rerouting or a refund, plus care such as meals, accommodation, and assistance if they're left waiting at the airport.

Matteo Floris28 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

LATAM Airlines Colombia cancels 18 flights and delays 5 after Bogotá weather disruption

Severe weather at El Dorado International Airport (BOG) in Bogotá forced LATAM Airlines Colombia to cancel 18 flights and delay 5 more on 25 May 2026 , with knock-on disruption reaching Medellín, Cartagena, Cali, and Barranquilla. Dense fog, wind shear, and very low visibility reduced runway capacity in the capital and left aircraft and crews unable to operate later flights as planned, affecting both domestic and connecting international passengers. Because the disruption was caused by weather outside the airline's control, compensation is usually unlikely under ANAC-400. Passengers should still receive care and assistance, including rebooking or refunds, plus meals or accommodation where needed.

Matteo Floris25 May 2026

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SAS cancels at least 3 flights from Athens and disrupts Greek island connections

Passengers traveling with Scandinavian Airlines through Athens International Airport on 24 May 2026 faced at least 3 flight cancellations, along with wider delays on services to and from Copenhagen and Stockholm. Because many travelers were connecting onward on separate domestic tickets, the disruption quickly spilled into Greece's island network, with missed connections for routes to Lemnos, Milos, Naxos, Rhodes, and Samos, and some passengers pushed into overnight stays in Athens or ferry alternatives from Piraeus. The cause had not been confirmed, so whether compensation under EC 261 applies will depend on what went wrong. If your trip was affected, it's worth checking your rights and asking the airline about rebooking, meals, and accommodation if needed.

Matteo Floris25 May 2026

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Italy's 29 May transport strike threatens flights at Rome and Milan airports

A 24-hour general strike across Italy on Friday, 29 May 2026 is expected to disrupt flights, trains, ferries, highways, and local transport, with major pressure likely at Rome–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP). Air-traffic staff are due to stop work from 12:00 am to 11:59 pm, while rail and road services will also face staggered walkouts, making journeys across Rome, Milan, and Florence harder. Some carriers are expected to publish protected flights around 48 hours before the stoppage, but travelers should still prepare for cancellations and long delays. Because this is a wider transport strike outside an airline's control, EC 261 compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care, rerouting, or refunds where needed.

Matteo Floris25 May 2026

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1,669 flights delayed or canceled across Heathrow, Schiphol, and Athens hubs

A weekend wave of delays and cancellations hit 1,669 flights on 24 May 2026, with Athens International Airport, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, and London Heathrow Airport among the busiest centers of disruption. Air France, British Airways, KLM, and Aegean Airlines were especially visible in the affected schedules as weather, crowded airspace, and staffing shortages strained some of Europe's most important connection points. For passengers, that meant long lines, missed connections, and some unplanned overnight stays. Because the causes appear to be mixed, whether compensation applies depends on what disrupted your specific flight and whether it was within the airline's control, but care, rerouting, or a refund may still apply in some cases. If your trip was affected, keep your receipts and use AirHelp's free flight checker to understand what may apply.

Matteo Floris25 May 2026

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