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Storm Alice Triggers Flight Delays and Cancellations Across Spain, Turkey, and Europe
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By Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Last updated on 13 October 2025
What Happened
Storm Alice has led to extensive travel disruptions throughout Spain, Turkey, and other parts of Europe, causing numerous flight delays and cancellations. Air passengers are facing significant challenges, with many flights being affected due to severe weather conditions. Specific airlines, airports, and the exact number of affected flights are not detailed in the report.
Flight Disruption Details
Severe weather associated with Storm Alice has resulted in widespread travel disruptions across Spain, Turkey, and various regions in Europe. Airlines have been forced to delay and cancel a significant number of flights, impacting both domestic and international travelers. Authorities have issued weather advisories, warning travelers to check their flight status before heading to the airport. Although the names of affected airlines and airports are not specified in the report, the disruption has caused operational challenges throughout the affected regions. The weather-driven event has led to uncertainty for many passengers, with airport terminals experiencing increased congestion and extended waiting periods due to delayed and canceled services. Travelers are advised to stay informed by monitoring their airline communications as the situation continues to evolve. Ongoing adverse weather conditions present further complications for ground and air transport logistics, increasing the likelihood of continued disruptions until Storm Alice subsides. Passengers are urged to remain flexible with their travel plans, seek alternative arrangements where possible, and keep necessary documentation readily available. No specific details on the duration of the disruption, nor the exact number of affected flights or passengers, are provided in the available coverage.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights
When your disruption is caused by extraordinary circumstances — events beyond the airline’s control — you are not entitled to financial compensation, but you still have important rights to care and rebooking.
What counts as extraordinary circumstances
These include: Severe weather conditions (storms, snow, volcanic ash, etc.) Such situations are recognized by EC 261, UK 261, Montreal Convention, and other international frameworks.
No compensation
Because the disruption wasn’t under the airline’s control, financial compensation doesn’t apply. Just to be completely sure we always suggest to check for free on our compensation checker.
Rerouting or refund
The airline must still offer rerouting at the earliest opportunity or a full refund if you decide not to travel.
Care and assistance
Even when compensation is not owed, the airline must take care of you: Meals and refreshments for long delays Hotel accommodation and transport if you are stranded overnight
Communication
You are entitled to two phone calls or emails to arrange your plans. Examples: Airport closed due to snow → no compensation, but hotel and food covered. Pilot strike → may qualify (depends on whether airline staff or external).
Technical failure → usually eligible for compensation.
Quick facts
Summary
Disruption
Delays and Cancellations
Cause
Weather issue
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
Not eligible for compensation
Checked by
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated
13 October 2025
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.
