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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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Cancellations

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Lufthansa to operate over half of flights during 12–13 March pilots’ strike

A two-day strike by the Vereinigung Cockpit union will affect pilots at Lufthansa Passenger Airlines, Lufthansa Cargo and Lufthansa CityLine from 00:01 on 12 March to 23:59 on 13 March 2026. Lufthansa has introduced special measures and expects to operate more than half of scheduled flights on both days, including around 60% of long-haul services. Some routes to 13 Middle Eastern destinations are exempt. Passengers may claim rights under EC261, including compensation, rebooking or refunds, care, and accommodation where required. If you experience a disruption related to the Lufthansa Pilot Strike, check if you're eligible for up to €600 in compensation using our FREE flight checker.

Josh Arnfield12 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Italy: 24 flight cancellations and 175 delays hit eight airports on 11 March

On 11 March, flight operations across eight Italian airports were disrupted with 24 cancellations and 175 delays. The impact spanned Rome Fiumicino, Milan Malpensa and Linate, Venice, Naples, Pisa, Bologna, and Bergamo. Ryanair, easyJet, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Royal Jordanian, Lufthansa, Emirates, and ITA Airways were among the affected carriers, alongside Air France, British Airways, Wizz Air Malta, Neos, Flydubai, Iberia, Aegean Airlines, and KLM. Passengers were advised to arrive early, monitor airline updates, and prepare for longer processing times. No single cause for the disruption was confirmed.

Josh Arnfield12 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Middle East airspace closures disrupt global flights

From 1 March, widespread airspace restrictions across several Middle Eastern countries led to thousands of cancellations, diversions and delays worldwide. Major hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Tel Aviv curtailed operations. Austrian Airlines mounted an evacuation flight and suspended multiple routes, while other carriers also paused services. Egypt handled at least 22 diversions. At New York JFK, 161 delays and 21 cancellations were recorded. Industry data indicated over 3,400 flights were affected within 24 hours, with knock-on impacts across long‑haul networks.

Josh Arnfield12 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Stockholm Arlanda: 45 delays and 11 cancellations reported on 1 March 2026

On 1 March 2026, operations at Stockholm Arlanda Airport were disrupted, with 45 flights delayed and 11 canceled. Affected airlines included Scandinavian Airlines (SAS), Emirates, KLM, and Qatar Airways, with services on routes such as London, Dubai, Doha, and Helsinki impacted. Departures were pushed back through the day, some beyond an hour, creating backlogs and tight or missed connections. Airport teams handled rebookings, crew realignment, and crowded gate areas. Passengers were advised to monitor flight status via airline channels and the airport portal.

Josh Arnfield12 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Frankfurt and Munich cancel 115 flights and delay 14, affecting passengers today

Frankfurt and Munich reported widespread disruption today, with 115 flight cancellations and 14 delays across multiple airlines. At Frankfurt, 80 flights were canceled, primarily by Lufthansa, plus cancellations by Qatar Airways and El Al. Munich recorded 35 cancellations by Lufthansa, Lufthansa CityLine, Qatar Airways and El Al. Delays involved carriers including Etihad Airways, Emirates, easyJet and Discover. Affected routes include European and long‑haul destinations such as Doha, Barcelona, Dublin, Geneva, Houston, Boston and Newark. If your Lufthansa flight was disrupted, check for FREE if you're owed up to €600 compensation.

Josh Arnfield12 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Middle East airspace closures lead to 190 cancellations and 821 delays across Europe

On 11 March 2026, Middle East airspace restrictions forced rerouting that disrupted European operations, causing 190 cancellations and 821 delays. London Heathrow recorded 30 cancellations and 118 delays, while Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen and Athens each saw 19 cancellations. Paris Charles de Gaulle reported 15 cancellations and 95 delays. Affected airlines included Pegasus, KLM, British Airways, Ryanair, SAS, Aegean, Lufthansa, and Air France, among others. Passengers faced missed connections and rebooking as airlines adjusted schedules to longer routes.

Josh Arnfield12 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Lufthansa pilots start 48-hour strike affecting German hubs

Lufthansa pilots represented by Vereinigung Cockpit have launched a 48-hour strike from 00:01 on 12 March to 23:59 on 13 March 2026. The action affects departures from German airports across Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cargo and Lufthansa CityLine (CityLine only on 12 March). Frankfurt and Munich are expected to see the greatest impact. Lufthansa plans to operate a significant portion of its schedule via a special timetable and support from group carriers. Under EU261, affected passengers may be entitled to compensation, rebooking, refunds and care. If your flight was disrupted due to the Lufthansa Pilots' Strike, you may be owed up to €600 compensation. Use our FREE flight checker below to find out.

Josh Arnfield12 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Cancellations and delays reported across UK airports on 10 March

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.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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

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.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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

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.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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

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.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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

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.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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Cancellations

Freezing rain halts Vienna Airport operations; about 150 flights canceled

Freezing rain on 13 January 2026 coated Vienna International Airport in black ice, prompting a halt to takeoffs and landings and widespread cancellations. Around 150 of roughly 232 scheduled flights were canceled by midday. Austrian Airlines scrapped its morning bank, including long-haul services to Chicago, Newark and Tokyo. Rail links to the airport were suspended and road speed limits were reduced. Operations returned close to normal on 14 January, though knock-on effects were expected to continue. Analysts estimated overall disruption costs at €9–€12 million.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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

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.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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Cancellations

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

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.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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

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.

Josh Arnfield 11 Mar 2026

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