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Disruptions Weekly Overview

High

Boston

~ 15,497 Flights affected

High

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

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448 cancellations and 2,942 delays hit airports across India, China, Japan, and the UAE

A severe day of disruption swept across Asia on 13 May 2026, with 448 cancellations and 2,942 delays recorded across more than 30 airports in India, China, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Thailand, and Saudi Arabia. India absorbed the biggest wave of delays, while China led the region for cancellations, and airlines including IndiGo, China Eastern Airlines, Air India, AirAsia, and Japan Airlines were all affected. With no single cause confirmed, airlines have been steering passengers toward mobile apps and call centers for rebooking while crews and aircraft are repositioned. If your flight was disrupted, compensation may depend on the final cause and your route, but airlines should still provide care and assistance while delays continue.

Matteo Floris13 May 2026

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Cancellations

Frontier flight 4765 from Denver to Phoenix canceled after ammunition magazine found on board

A security breach on Frontier Airlines Flight 4765 forced the cancellation of the Denver to Phoenix service on 10 May 2026 after an ammunition magazine was discovered in the cabin at Denver International Airport. Passengers were taken off the plane, screened again, and kept overnight while the aircraft and baggage were searched, with a replacement flight leaving on 11 May. The FBI is now investigating how the item got through screening and whether procedures for law-enforcement officers carrying weapons were handled correctly. Because the disruption appears to have been outside the airline's control, compensation is unlikely, but affected travelers should still receive rebooking or a refund and support during an overnight delay.

Matteo Floris13 May 2026

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Cancellations

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12 flights canceled at Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester on 13 May

A total of 12 flights from London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, and Manchester Airport were canceled on 13 May 2026, affecting Emirates, British Airways, KLM, Ryanair, and Vueling routes to Amsterdam, Brussels, Florence, and Dubai. Heathrow and Manchester each lost five flights, while Gatwick lost two, including Emirates' 9:45 pm BST departure to Dubai International. Airlines have only said the flights were canceled for operational reasons so far, which means the cause is still unclear. If your journey was affected, you should check with your airline about rebooking or refund options, and you can use AirHelp's free flight checker to understand what rights may apply.

Matteo Floris13 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Portway unrest causes 237 delays and 6 cancellations at Lisbon and Porto airports

Ground-handling problems linked to Portway staff unrest caused 237 delays and 6 cancellations at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport and Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport on 12 May 2026. Passengers faced longer lines, gate changes, and congestion as the slowdown spread through both airports. Ryanair, easyJet, Vueling, TAP Air Portugal, Aegean Airlines, and KLM were among the airlines affected. Because ground-handling shortfalls are usually treated as an operational issue rather than something outside the airline's control, some passengers may be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 if their flight was canceled or delayed long enough.

Matteo Floris13 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

FAA ground stop at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport delays 402 flights, American Airlines hardest hit

A severe weather-driven FAA ground stop brought Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) close to a standstill on 12 May 2026, with 402 flight delays recorded by mid-afternoon and departure holds averaging more than 170 minutes. American Airlines took the biggest hit at its main hub, while Envoy Air, SkyWest Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines were also affected. Nearby Dallas Love Field faced similar traffic restrictions, adding to congestion across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Residual delays were expected into 13 May, American Airlines issued a weather waiver for trips booked through 15 May 2026, and because severe weather caused the disruption, compensation is usually unlikely, although airlines should still help with rebooking or refunds and provide care during long waits.

Matteo Floris13 May 2026

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Cancellations

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Lufthansa, SAS, and Air France-KLM cut 21,160 flights as jet fuel crisis spreads

Airlines including Lufthansa, SAS, and Air France-KLM have already cut at least 21,160 flights as the global jet fuel shortage pushes prices sharply higher. Major hubs such as Frankfurt Airport, Munich Airport, Zurich Airport, Vienna International Airport, Brussels Airport, and Rome Fiumicino Airport are already seeing mass cancellations. For passengers, that means fewer travel options, higher fares, and a greater risk of last-minute changes as summer approaches. Because many of these cuts are commercial decisions rather than direct safety measures, some travelers on EU-origin or EU-destined flights may still have rights under EC 261, although each case will depend on the airline’s reason for the disruption.

Matteo Floris13 May 2026

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Cancellations

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Lufthansa, United, and KLM cancellations hit 18 flights at Frankfurt and Munich

On 13 May 2026, Frankfurt Airport and Munich Airport each recorded nine cancellations, removing a total of 18 departures operated by Lufthansa, United Airlines, KLM, and ICE Airlines. The disruption hit domestic, European, and long-haul routes including Berlin, Rome, Naples, Palermo, Amsterdam, Keflavik, and Washington, leaving passengers to deal with missed connections and crowded rebooking lines. Because these flights were due to depart from EU airports, affected passengers may be entitled to rerouting or a refund under EC 261, and some may also be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation if the airlines can't show the problem was outside their control.

Matteo Floris13 May 2026

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Cancellations

Philippine Airlines extends Doha and Dubai flight suspensions over Middle East security risks

Travel plans through Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila will stay disrupted after Philippine Airlines extended the suspension of its routes to Hamad International Airport in Doha and Dubai International Airport. Flights between Manila and Doha are canceled through 30 June 2026, with the 1 July 2026 Doha to Manila sector also removed, while Manila to Dubai services are suspended until at least 2 August 2026. The airline says the decision reflects continuing security risks, unstable airspace, and limited routing options across parts of the Gulf. Passengers can choose free rebooking, travel credits with a 20% bonus, or full refunds, but compensation under EC 261 is unlikely where the law applies because the disruption is tied to events outside the airline's control.

Matteo Floris12 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storms and air traffic control limits cause over 500 delays and cancellations at Phoenix and Miami airports

Spring thunderstorms and federally imposed flow-control measures disrupted operations at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Miami International Airport (MIA) across several peak days in early May 2026, causing over 500 delays and cancellations. Construction work at both airports left less room for recovery once aircraft and crews slipped out of position, and the disruption was still active on 11 May 2026. Tens of thousands of passengers faced long lines, missed connections, and last-minute schedule changes. Because the main cause was weather, compensation is unlikely, but airlines should still offer rerouting or refunds and provide care during long delays.

Matteo Floris12 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Lufthansa, Air France, and KLM lead 66 flight cancellations across six airports in Italy

Operational problems disrupted flights across Italy on 12 May 2026, causing 66 cancellations and more than 70 major delays at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport, Milan Linate Airport, Naples International Airport, Palermo Airport, and Catania–Fontanarossa Airport. Lufthansa, Air France, and KLM accounted for most of the canceled services, while ITA Airways and Ryanair led the delays as aircraft rotation failures and heavy congestion spread through the network. Because the disruption appears to be tied to airline and airport operations rather than weather or strikes, passengers on affected EU journeys may be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261.

Matteo Floris12 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Italy strike cancels 310 flights as air traffic and ground staff walk out

An eight-hour national strike in Italy on 11 May 2026 is set to disrupt flights across Rome, Milan, and Naples, with airlines already canceling 310 flights before the stoppage begins. EasyJet has grounded about 180 rotations and ITA Airways has canceled 130 domestic and intra-European flights as air-traffic control staff and airport workers prepare to walk out from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. The action involves ENAV personnel in Rome and staff linked to Rome–Fiumicino, Milan–Linate, and Naples–Capodichino airports. For trips covered by EC 261, compensation is usually unlikely because the disruption sits outside the airlines' control, but affected passengers should still be offered rebooking or refunds, meals and refreshments during long delays, and accommodation if they're stranded overnight.

Matteo Floris11 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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European local airports see 7 delayed or canceled flights on 11 May

Passengers flying from a local airport on 11 May 2026 saw 7 departures disrupted, with 6 delays of more than 30 minutes and 1 canceled flight. Ryanair, Jet2, Air Canada, United Airlines, easyJet, and Scandinavian Airlines were all affected as problems started in the early morning and continued into the evening. The longest delay hit United Airlines flight UA37 to New York, which was pushed back by 52 minutes, while Scandinavian Airlines flight SK2546 to Stockholm was canceled. The cause hasn't been confirmed, so it's still unclear whether compensation would apply, but affected passengers may still have rights to care, rebooking, or refunds depending on their route and what happened. If your flight was affected, AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what rights may apply.

Matteo Floris11 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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China flight gridlock disrupts 416 flights across Shanghai, Beijing, Chengdu, and Xi'an

China's main airports were hit by a broad operational slowdown on 11 May 2026, with 96 cancellations and 320 delays recorded across Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Beijing Capital International Airport, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport, and Kashgar Airport. China Eastern Airlines was among the hardest hit, including 44 delayed departures at Shanghai Pudong, while 9 Air canceled 12 flights at Guiyang and regional carriers also cut service at Kashgar. For passengers, that meant long queues, missed connections, and in some cases overnight stays as airlines extended operating hours to clear the backlog. Rights will depend on your route and airline, so if your trip was affected, it's worth checking what support or compensation rules may apply.

Matteo Floris11 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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EasyJet and Italy air traffic control strikes could disrupt UK flights on 11 May

Passengers flying between the United Kingdom and Italy on 11 May 2026 could face delays or cancellations as a one-day EasyJet cabin crew strike overlaps with a national air traffic control strike in Italy. Flights linked to Gatwick Airport are among those at risk, while routes serving Rome Airport and Naples Airport are expected to feel the strongest effect during the Italian walkout from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm local time. EasyJet is advising travelers to check their booking status before setting out for the airport. If your disruption is caused by EasyJet's own staff, EC 261 may apply on eligible routes, but if air traffic control is responsible, compensation is usually less likely even though airlines should still provide care and assistance.

Matteo Floris11 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Disruption at Dallas/Fort Worth and Dallas Love Field affects 2,438 US flights on 11 May 2026

Flight disruptions spread quickly across the United States on 11 May 2026, with 113 cancellations and 2,325 delays affecting 2,438 departures and arrivals by the first half of the day. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field were at the center of the problem, pushing delays and cancellations into major airports including John F. Kennedy International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Denver International Airport, Orlando International Airport, and Harry Reid International Airport. American Airlines and Southwest Airlines posted the highest disruption totals as aircraft and crews fell out of position. Because the issue appears to be operational rather than weather-related, some passengers on eligible routes, including certain EU-bound services, could have rights under EC 261 and may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation if their flight was canceled or delayed by more than 3 hours.

Matteo Floris11 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

George Bush Intercontinental Airport hit by 219 delays and 6 cancellations

A major disruption at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston on 11 May 2026 left 219 flights delayed and 6 canceled by mid-morning, affecting United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Reduced runway capacity, limited gate availability, and FAA ground-delay programs pushed key departures to New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Miami well beyond their scheduled 7:00 am departure banks. Because the issue appears to be linked to airport infrastructure work rather than something the airlines directly controlled, compensation is unlikely under EC 261 for affected EU-bound flights, but passengers should still receive care, assistance, rerouting, or refunds where required.

Matteo Floris11 May 2026

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