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Disruptions Weekly Overview

High

Boston

~ 15,497 Flights affected

High

Chicago

~ 9,697 Flights affected

High

Dallas

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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San Diego

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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Indianapolis

~ 7,897 Flights affected

High

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

Storms and air traffic control restrictions disrupt 1,464 flights at 8 major airports in China

Severe storms and air traffic control flow restrictions disrupted 1,464 flights across 8 major airports in China on 17 May 2026, including Shenzhen, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Beijing, Kunming, Zhengzhou, and Zhuhai. The breakdown included 108 cancellations and 1,356 delays, with carriers such as Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Lucky Air, and China Express Airlines among the hardest hit, and disruption continued into 18 May. Because the problems were driven by weather and airspace restrictions outside the airlines’ control, compensation under EC 261 is generally unlikely for flights covered by that law, but airlines should still provide care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and accommodation where needed.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Edinburgh Airport delays and cancellations affect 13 flights on 17 December

Morning operations at Edinburgh Airport were disrupted on 17 December 2025, with 13 affected flights across arrivals and departures involving British Airways, Loganair, easyJet, United Airlines, and Air France. British Airways was hit hardest, including canceled Heathrow services in both directions, while other delays affected routes linking Edinburgh with London, Southampton, Paris, and Washington during the morning and early afternoon. No single cause was confirmed, so whether compensation applies will depend on what led to the disruption. If the problem was within the airline's control, some passengers may have a claim under EC 261, and if not, airlines should still provide care and assistance.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

LATAM, GOL, and Azul see 168 flights disrupted across Brazil

Brazil's busiest airports were disrupted on 18 May 2026 after severe weather, congestion, and operational pressure forced airlines to trim schedules. A total of 25 flights were canceled and 143 were delayed at São Paulo-Guarulhos, Rio de Janeiro/Galeão, Viracopos, and Tancredo Neves, with LATAM Brasil, GOL Linhas Aéreas, Azul Brazilian Airlines, Azul Conecta, American Airlines, and United Airlines all affected. Because weather appears to have been the main driver, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care such as rebooking or refunds, meals, communication, and accommodation when needed.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays

EU Entry/Exit checks cause 3-hour delays as 100 easyJet passengers miss flight

New EU Entry/Exit checks are causing waits of up to 3 hours at some European airports just as the May half-term holiday approaches. The worst congestion is being reported in Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy, and in April more than 100 easyJet passengers missed a flight from Milan Linate Airport to Manchester Airport after getting stuck at passport control. The biometric system, which was stepped up on 10 April 2026, requires travelers from countries outside the Schengen Area such as the United Kingdom to give fingerprints and a facial photo when they enter. Because the delays come from border procedures rather than airline operations, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, though passengers may still have care and assistance rights if their flight itself is delayed or canceled.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Over 460 flights delayed or canceled at Heathrow and London City

Operations at Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London City Airport (LCY) were badly disrupted on 17 May 2026, with 401 delays and 61 cancellations recorded across the two airports. The disruption left terminals crowded and extended queues at rebooking desks and security checkpoints. British Airways was among the hardest hit at Heathrow, while American Airlines, KLM, and Helvetic Airways were also affected as bad weather and air traffic restrictions slowed flights across southern England. Although cash compensation under EC 261 is unlikely when disruption is caused by issues outside the airline's control, airlines should still provide care and assistance such as meals, rebooking, refunds, or accommodation where needed.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Weather delays 2,359 flights and cancels 90 across major U.S. airports

Air travel across the United States was heavily disrupted on 14 May 2026 after bad weather and congestion hit several major hubs at the same time. By late afternoon, about 2,359 flights were delayed and at least 90 were canceled, affecting roughly 2,449 flights in total, with the biggest problems at Boston Logan International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Because weather and related air traffic restrictions were the main cause, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, meals, and accommodation where needed.

Josh Arnfield15 May 2026

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Cancellations

Middle East conflict keeps more than 30 airlines canceling Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Doha flights

As of 15 May 2026, more than 30 airlines were still canceling or rerouting services across the Middle East, with Tel Aviv, Dubai, Doha, Riyadh, and Beirut among the hardest-hit routes after the conflict escalated on 28 February 2026. Major airline groups including Air France, KLM, Lufthansa Group, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, Pegasus Airlines, and Singapore Airlines continue to adjust schedules as they review security conditions. Some carriers are starting to restore limited flights, but many suspensions now stretch into summer or autumn, and several restart dates remain provisional. Because these disruptions are linked to armed conflict and airspace restrictions outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still offer care such as rebooking or refunds, food and drinks during long waits, and accommodation if you're stranded overnight.

Josh Arnfield15 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Canada flight delays and cancellations disrupt 187 flights across Toronto, Montréal, and Calgary

Fresh disruption hit Canada's biggest hub airports on 14 May 2026, with 187 flights delayed or canceled at Toronto Pearson International Airport, Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, and Calgary International Airport. Toronto Pearson saw the heaviest pressure with 69 delays and 12 cancellations, while Montréal-Trudeau recorded 48 delays and 7 cancellations as long lines and missed connections built through the day. Air Canada has been the hardest-hit airline so far, with 45 delays and 14 cancellations across its network, and other carriers including WestJet, Porter Airlines, PAL Airlines, Jazz, and British Airways have also seen knock-on disruption. Because the cause appears to be internal airline operations rather than weather or air traffic control, some passengers may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 or other passenger rights rules.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Guangzhou Baiyun, Tokyo Haneda, and Singapore Changi see 3,320 flight disruptions

Asian aviation is facing widespread disruption on 14 May 2026, with 3,320 flights delayed or canceled across hubs including Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Tokyo Haneda Airport, Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, and Singapore Changi Airport. The biggest pressure is in China, where aircraft rotation problems and scheduling irregularities are adding to delays and cancellations, while China Eastern, Air China, Japan Airlines, and All Nippon Airways are among the carriers under the most strain. Because the disruption appears to be linked to internal airline operations rather than weather, passengers on eligible EU-origin or EU-bound flights may have rights under EC 261. If your flight was canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours, you could be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays

FAA landing limits could delay 25% of inbound flights at San Francisco International Airport

A permanent FAA rule at San Francisco International Airport has cut the airport's arrival rate from 54 to 36 flights per hour, with around 25% of inbound flights now expected to arrive at least 30 minutes late through the spring and summer peak. The restriction comes on top of runway resurfacing that began on 30 March 2026, and some passengers may face delays before departure as flights are held at other airports to match the slower arrival flow into San Francisco. While widespread cancellations haven't been reported, the reduced capacity leaves little room for airlines to recover from further disruption. Because the delays are tied to a safety mandate and construction outside airline control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, and care during long waits.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Dubai and Sharjah airports see 113 delays and 15 cancellations

Operations at Dubai International Airport and Sharjah International Airport were strained on 14 May 2026 after 128 flights were disrupted across the two UAE hubs, including 113 delays and 15 cancellations. The problems affected Emirates, flydubai, and Air Arabia as residual regional air-space restrictions forced rerouting and aircraft holds, slowing services to destinations including London, New York, Mumbai, Cairo, and Jeddah. Airports told passengers to check live flight-status updates and avoid traveling to the terminal until their departure was confirmed. Because the disruption appears to stem from conditions outside the airlines' control, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely for most affected EU-bound journeys, but airlines should still provide care such as rebooking, refunds, meals, and hotel accommodation where needed.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Frankfurt and Munich airports see 485 delays and 18 cancellations

Frankfurt Airport and Munich Airport were hit by fresh disruption on 13 May 2026, with 503 flights affected across the two German hubs, including 18 cancellations. The worst delays built during the morning and late-afternoon rush, leaving passengers dealing with long waits, missed connections, and rebooking lines. Lufthansa carried much of the knock-on effect, while United Airlines, Condor, and Air Dolomiti also appeared on delay and cancellation lists. If your journey was affected, compensation is usually unlikely because the main cause was outside the airline's control, but airlines should still provide care such as meals, accommodation when needed, and rebooking support.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport disruption delays 254 flights and cancels 5

Travel through Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport was heavily disrupted on 14 May 2026 after operational problems led to 254 delayed flights and 5 cancellations. Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways, and Delta Air Lines were among the carriers affected, with delays spreading from short-haul services to London, Amsterdam, and Rome to long-haul routes to New York and Dubai. The backlog started in the morning and was still visible on airport boards by early evening. Because the exact cause hasn't been clearly identified, whether compensation applies will depend on the reason for the disruption and the length of your delay, so it's worth checking your rights along with your rebooking and care options.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Chicago O'Hare, JFK, and LAX among airports hit by 1,607 delays and 57 cancellations

US air travel ran into major disruption on 14 May 2026, with 1,607 flight delays and 57 cancellations recorded nationwide by midday. Chicago O'Hare International Airport had the highest delay total at 177, while San Francisco International Airport logged 153 delays and 3 cancellations, and Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport led cancellations with 12. Airlines said internal aircraft-rotation and scheduling problems were driving the disruption, and passengers on eligible EU routes may still be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 if their flight was canceled or delayed by more than 3 hours.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Cancellations

UK jet-fuel disruption causes 296 cancellations at Heathrow and Gatwick as TUI sees no summer shortage

A jet-fuel supply squeeze in the United Kingdom has already pushed cancellations higher, with 296 departures cut at UK airports in the first 12 days of May and Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport among the worst affected. TUI says it doesn't expect a shortage over the next 10 weeks or a direct hit to its summer flying program beyond higher prices, but concern remains across the wider industry as tanker traffic stays under pressure and airlines review schedules. If your flight is disrupted because of this wider supply problem, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261 because the cause sits outside the airline's control, though you should still be offered care, rerouting, or a refund where needed.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Toronto Pearson and Montréal–Trudeau delays and cancellations affect 176 flights across Canada

Canada’s busiest airports saw a fresh wave of disruption on 12 May 2026, with public flight-tracking data showing 25 cancellations and 151 delays by mid-afternoon. The heaviest impact was at Toronto Pearson International Airport and Montréal–Trudeau International Airport, though Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton were also affected. Air Canada and Jazz accounted for the biggest share of disrupted services, with WestJet, Air Transat, and Air Inuit also reporting problems. For many travelers, that meant long queues, missed connections, and fewer same-day rebooking options. Because the disruption appears to have been caused by a mix of weather constraints and wider operational pressure, compensation isn’t clear-cut, but passengers may still be entitled to care, rebooking, refunds, or other support depending on the reason for their flight’s disruption.

Matteo Floris13 May 2026

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