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- Brussels Airport cancels 40 flights due to ongoing winter weather warning
Brussels Airport cancels 40 flights due to ongoing winter weather warning
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Checked by Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Last updated on 8 January 2026
40
Affected flights
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Affected airports
40
Affected flights
1
Affected airports
What Happened
Brussels Airport has canceled 40 flights as a result of continued winter weather conditions and an extended code orange warning. Passengers traveling today should check with their airlines before heading to the airport.
Flight Disruption Details
Brussels Airport has canceled 40 flights following the extension of a code orange weather warning in the region. The cancellations come as winter weather continues to affect flight operations across Europe, prompting airport authorities to take precautionary measures for safety.
Passengers traveling from Brussels Airport are advised to check with their airlines before departing for the airport, as further updates may follow depending on how weather conditions develop.
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
Cancellations
Cause
Weather issue
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected
40
Airports affected
Brussels Airport
Checked by
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated
8 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:
Gather evidence that your flight was delayed, canceled, or overbooked.
Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the disruption and the reason behind it.
Request an alternative flight to your destination — or a refund if you no longer wish to travel.
Make a note of the arrival time at your final destination.
Ask the airline to provide vouchers for meals and refreshments.
Avoid signing documents or accepting offers that may waive your passenger rights.
If an overnight stay is required, ask the airline to provide accommodation.
Save receipts for any additional expenses caused by the disruption.
