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Flight Cancellations and Delays Hit UK Airports
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Checked by Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Last updated on 5 January 2026
1,670
Affected flights
4
Affected airports
5
Affected airlines
What Happened
Over 139 flights have been cancelled and 1,531 delayed at airports including London, Manchester, Bristol, and Edinburgh, leaving many passengers stranded. Multiple major airlines are affected, including EasyJet, British Airways, KLM, and Air France.
Passengers affected by this flight disruption may be eligible for compensation of up to €600 under passenger rights regulations.
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Flight Disruption Details
Passengers have been left stranded across the United Kingdom following widespread flight cancellations and delays at major airports. The disruption has affected airports such as London, Manchester, Bristol, and Edinburgh. Reports indicate that more than 139 flights have been cancelled, while 1,531 flights have faced delays.
Multiple major airlines are impacted, including easyJet, British Airways, KLM, Air France, and SAS.
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.
Up to €600 compensation
Passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed over 3 hours may be entitled to financial compensation ranging from €250 to €600 per person. Check your flight.
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.
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 times you must present yourself for check-in and boarding.
Quick facts
Summary
Disruption
Delays and Cancellations
Cause
Other
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
Could be eligible for up to €600 compensation
Flights affected
1670
Airlines affected
EasyJet, British Airways, KLM, Air France, SAS
Airports affected
London, Manchester, Bristol, Edinburgh
Checked by
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated
5 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.
