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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

More than 3,000 US flights delayed and 100 canceled as storms hit Atlanta and Chicago

A fresh wave of disruption across the United States on 20 April 2026 led to more than 3,000 delayed flights and over 100 cancellations, with the worst congestion centered on Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Average delays ranged from 45 minutes to more than 2 hours as spring storms, air-traffic-control staffing shortages, and strong April travel demand combined to slow the national network. Because the main causes were outside airlines' direct control, cash compensation is usually unlikely. Even so, airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, and day-of-travel care where needed.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt21 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Severe weather disrupts over 4,300 flights across the United States

Severe thunderstorms, high winds, and poor visibility caused more than 4,300 flight disruptions across the United States on 20 April 2026, including 4,231 delays and 79 cancellations. Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and John F. Kennedy International Airport were among the hardest hit, while Southwest Airlines and American Airlines reported widespread knock-on delays across their networks. Because the disruption was caused by severe weather outside the airline's control, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance such as rebooking or refunds, meals, and accommodation when needed.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt21 Apr 2026

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Cancellations

Jet fuel shortage forces over 1,200 flight cuts as airlines add surcharges

Airlines worldwide are cutting flights and adding extra charges after a sharp jet fuel shortage followed the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Confirmed reductions already total at least 1,200 services from 16 April 2026, including 160 KLM intra-European flights, 1,000 SAS flights in April, and further cuts by Asiana Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Norse Atlantic, Cathay Pacific, HK Express, and Lufthansa. If you're affected you do have rights. Airlines should provide rerouting or refunds, and care such as food, drinks, and accommodation when your journey is heavily delayed or canceled. Compensation may apply on a case by case basis.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt21 Apr 2026

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Lufthansa and ITA Airways strikes disrupt 410 flights across Italy as Olbia stays operational

From 13 April 2026, strikes by Lufthansa pilots and ITA Airways staff disrupted at least 410 flights across Italy, hitting major hubs including Rome-Fiumicino, Milan-Linate, Venice-Marco Polo, and Bologna-Marconi airports. The week brought 356 delays and 54 cancellations, with knock-on problems also affecting KLM, Ryanair, Wizz Air, and easyJet services as crews, aircraft, and airport slots had to be rearranged. One exception was Costa Smeralda Airport in Olbia, which stayed fully operational through the 19 April weekend. Because the main cause was airline staff industrial action, passengers whose flights were canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Over 240 flights delayed and 4 canceled at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on 19 April

Travel through Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta slowed sharply on 19 April 2026, with 246 flights affected, including 242 delays and 4 cancellations. Delta Air Lines took the biggest hit, while Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and some regional partners also saw schedules slip as weather across the southeastern United States triggered FAA traffic restrictions at one of the world's busiest hubs. Westbound services to Los Angeles and Chicago were among the worst hit, and many passengers faced missed connections and longer layovers on a busy Sunday evening. By late evening, the backlog was starting to clear. Because the disruption was driven mainly by weather and air traffic management outside airline control, compensation is unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and support during long delays.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Dubai International Airport remains on reduced schedule as UAE airspace limits disrupt 124 flights

Passengers using Dubai International Airport (DXB) can still fly, but the airport is operating on a reduced schedule as the United Arab Emirates slowly restores normal airspace capacity after recent conflict-related closures. In an 18 April 2026 update, Dubai Airports said all three terminals were processing flights, but the number of services each day remained capped and some flights were still being canceled at short notice. For you, that means the airport is open, but your journey can still change quickly. Fewer flights are operating than usual, traffic can vary from day to day, and last-minute delays and cancellations are still possible even when travel plans seem to be back on track. The disruption traces back to drone and missile attacks linked to the wider Gulf conflict in late February. Those incidents led the General Civil Aviation Authority to close parts of national airspace. A cease-fire on 5 April 2026 allowed the strictest bans to ease, but many foreign airlines are still limited to one daily rotation so authorities can keep backup capacity available. That limit is due to remain until at least 31 May 2026, and officials haven't ruled out extending it if the security situation worsens. So while recovery is underway, the system is still working with less flexibility than normal.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Munich Airport and Amsterdam Schiphol disruptions affect 568 flights

Severe disruption at Munich Airport and Amsterdam Schiphol on 19 April 2026 affected 568 flights, including 466 delays and 102 cancellations, and left 15,000 or more passengers facing missed connections and long waits. Lufthansa has been hit hardest at Munich, while British Airways and easyJet have also faced disruption on routes between the UK and continental Europe. The problems have been linked to late-season winter weather, slower de-icing, and staffing shortages in ground handling, security, and air traffic control. Because the main causes are outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance such as rerouting or refunds, meals, and overnight accommodation when needed.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Cancellations

Santiago de Compostela Airport closure cancels Ryanair and British Airways flights for five weeks

Santiago de Compostela Airport in Galicia will close completely from 23 April 2026 to 27 May 2026 for runway resurfacing and infrastructure work, forcing airlines including Ryanair and British Airways to cancel flights for the full five-week period. With no departures or arrivals allowed during the shutdown, more than 25,000 passengers could be affected. A Coruña Airport and Vigo Airport are being used as the main alternatives, but both have smaller international networks, so many travelers may face longer transfers or extra connections. Because the closure is outside the airlines' control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, although airlines should still offer rerouting or refunds and provide care if you're left waiting.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Delays

More than 120 EasyJet passengers miss Manchester flight at Milan Linate after 3-hour border queues

More than 120 passengers missed an EasyJet flight from Milan Linate Airport to Manchester on 13 April 2026 after new biometric border checks created queues of up to 3 hours. The disruption came just days after the European Union launched its Entry-Exit System across the Schengen Area, and the flight left close to schedule because it could not miss its air-traffic-control slot. Some travelers were forced to pay for hotels, meals, transport, and new tickets, with one passenger spending 4 extra days in Milan. Because the problem was at border control rather than with the airline, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely, but affected passengers should still ask about care and assistance during long delays.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Istanbul Airport cancellations disrupt Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Air Arabia, and SkyWest routes

A fresh wave of cancellations at Istanbul Airport has disrupted trips across Türkiye, with Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Air Arabia, and SkyWest Airlines removing multiple services through 16 April 2026. Flights to Frankfurt, Munich, Copenhagen, Sharjah, and Detroit were among those hit, while many remaining departures ran late and passengers faced missed connections, long rebooking lines, and overnight stays. The causes vary by airline, from Lufthansa strike spillover and SAS staffing pressure to Air Arabia security-related schedule changes and SkyWest weather and crew issues in the U.S. Because some of the disruption is linked to airline-controlled problems, especially on Lufthansa and SAS, passengers on affected EU routes may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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FlyDubai and Air Arabia hit as 146 flights face delays and cancellations at 5 UAE airports

A broad disruption across the United Arab Emirates hit 146 flights on 17 April 2026, affecting Dubai International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, and Fujairah International Airport. FlyDubai and Air Arabia were among the hardest hit as delays and cancellations left tens of thousands of passengers dealing with long lines, missed connections, and rebooking problems. Because the cause is still being investigated, including weather, capacity pressure, maintenance backlogs, and coordination issues, compensation isn’t clear yet, but travelers on flights involving an EU airport may still want to check whether EC 261 and up to {{compensation_value}} compensation could apply.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Regional airspace disruption leaves 4,377 flights delayed or canceled, with UAE hubs affected

Regional flight disruption stayed high on 16 April 2026, with 4,109 delays and 268 cancellations recorded across Middle East and wider Asian airspace in 24 hours. In the UAE, Dubai International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, and Abu Dhabi International Airport all felt the impact, while Flydubai, Air Arabia, and Etihad Airways adjusted operations to manage knock-on delays. Longer reroutings around conflict-zone airspace, crew duty limits, and intermittent weather diversions are all contributing to the problem. Because those causes sit largely outside the airlines' control, cash compensation is usually unlikely, but affected travelers should still receive support such as rebooking or refunds, meals, and accommodation where needed.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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São Paulo airport disruption delays 107 flights and cancels 14 at Guarulhos and Viracopos

Operational problems at São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport and Viracopos International Airport on 16 April 2026 led to 107 delayed flights and 14 cancellations , affecting thousands of passengers across Brazil and on long-haul routes to Paris, Frankfurt, and Newark. Rain at Guarulhos, runway maintenance at Viracopos, staffing shortages, and technical issues combined to squeeze runway, gate, and turnaround capacity during the morning peak. With pressure continuing into 17 April and knock-on effects possible through 20 April, travelers are being told to check their flight status before heading to the airport and keep receipts for any extra costs. Compensation is usually unlikely in disruptions like this, but airlines should still provide care such as rebooking, meals, refreshments, and overnight accommodation where needed.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Cancellations

FAA caps O’Hare at 2,708 daily flights, cutting 372 this summer

Flights to and from O’Hare International Airport could look different this summer after the FAA ordered a temporary cap on operations between 17 May 2026 and 24 October 2026. The limit cuts 372 daily flights from the schedules airlines had planned, with the FAA saying the move is needed to keep service safe and efficient while major construction continues and to prevent wider delays from spreading through the system. United Airlines and American Airlines backed the final number, saying it should improve reliability. If your booking is changed, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely because the disruption is tied to airport capacity and safety restrictions, but your airline should still help with rebooking or refunds and provide care if you’re left waiting.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Lufthansa strike grounds over 82% of European flights, hitting Frankfurt and Munich

Lufthansa has grounded more than 82% of its European schedule as an ongoing labor dispute with flight crew and ground staff unions disrupts operations at Frankfurt Airport and Munich Airport. Departure boards at both hubs are filled with cancellations, and even the flights still operating are facing heavy delays. The knock-on effects are reaching airports across the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Portugal, while alternative fares have climbed 40–60% as other carriers absorb displaced travelers. Because this is an airline staff strike, passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed by more than 3 hours may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261.

Matteo Floris20 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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FlyDubai and Air Arabia cancellations disrupt over 30 flights across UAE airports

More than 30 flights were canceled across Dubai International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, and Fujairah International Airport on 15 April 2026, with FlyDubai and Air Arabia hit hardest. The disruption built through the morning and spilled into wider delays, affecting tens of thousands of passengers as airlines worked to rebook travelers and move aircraft back into place. Because the disruption came during the spring travel peak, rebooking options were tighter and journeys became longer. The cause still hasn't been confirmed, so whether compensation is available will depend on the final findings, although passengers on some European Union-linked itineraries may still want to check whether EC 261 applies.

Matteo Floris16 Apr 2026

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