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Air France Cancels 167 Flights and Delays 380 Across Multiple European Airports
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By Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Last updated on 9 January 2026
547
Affected flights
2
Affected airports
1
Affected airlines
What Happened
Air France has canceled 167 flights and delayed 380 more across several major European airports, impacting thousands of travelers. Affected airports include Paris as well as Stockholm, Milan, Lisbon, London, and Geneva. The disruption leaves many passengers stranded and facing travel uncertainty across Sweden, Italy, Portugal, the UK, Switzerland, France, and more regional hubs.
Flight Disruption Details
Air France passengers are facing widespread disruptions as the airline has canceled 167 flights and delayed an additional 380 flights across Europe. The disruptions have affected Paris and other French departures as well as major airports in cities such as Stockholm, Milan, Lisbon, London, and Geneva.
Thousands of passengers have been left stranded due to the scale of the cancellations and delays. Destinations impacted span across France, Sweden, Italy, Portugal, the UK, Switzerland, and several other countries.
The disruptions are a result of severe winter weather including freezing temperatures and snow blanketing much of northern Europe in the first days of 2026.
Travelers scheduled to fly with Air France are advised to check their flight status and confirm travel arrangements. Familiarise yourself with your air passenger rights in Europe in our infobox below.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights
When your flight's disrupted, you may be entitled to various forms of care and compensation under EC 261 and other applicable laws.
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, your airline must provide an alternative. You may also get a full refund if you no longer wish to travel.
Care and assistance
Your airline must provide food and refreshments if your journey is delayed more than a few hours.
Accommodation
If you are away from home and your journey is delayed overnight, the airline must offer you accommodation and transportation to it.
Communication
Under EC 261 you are entitled to 2 phone calls or emails if your journey is delayed over 1 hour. No compensation when a disruption is caused by extraordinary circumstances, as this appears to be.
This advice is provided to help you if your flight is delayed or canceled. However, the exact care and compensation you are entitled to will depend on your specific circumstances and flight. Always follow the directions of your airline, particularly with regard to check-in and boarding times.
Quick facts
Summary
Disruption
Delays and Cancellations
Cause
Unknown
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected
547
Airlines affected
Air France
Airports affected
Paris Charles de Gaulle, Paris Orly
Checked by
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated
9 January 2026
What To Do If Your Flight Is Cancelled
If you're traveling to or from the European Union, here's what to do when your flight is unexpectedly scrubbed:
Collect proof that your flight was canceled, e.g. boarding pass, vouchers and any other travel documents.
Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the cancellation and reasons behind it.
Request an alternate flight to your destination - or a refund.
Make a note of the arrival time at your destination.
Ask the airline to pay for your meals and refreshments.
Don't sign anything or accept any offers that may waive your rights.
Get the airline to provide you with a hotel room, if needed.
Keep your receipts if your canceled flight ends up costing you extra money.
