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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Riyadh

~ 7,802 Flights affected

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Dammam

~ 7,802 Flights affected

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Jeddah

~ 7,802 Flights affected

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Taif

~ 7,802 Flights affected

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Abha

~ 7,802 Flights affected

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Medina

~ 7,802 Flights affected

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Atlanta

~ 7,802 Flights affected

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Taipei

~ 977 Flights affected

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Taoyuan

~ 977 Flights affected

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Keelung

~ 977 Flights affected

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Nangan

~ 977 Flights affected

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Beigan

~ 977 Flights affected

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Kinmen

~ 977 Flights affected

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Kaohsiung

~ 977 Flights affected

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Donggang

~ 977 Flights affected

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Yanpu

~ 977 Flights affected

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Fugang

~ 977 Flights affected

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Green Island

~ 977 Flights affected

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Lanyu

~ 977 Flights affected

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London

~ 256 Flights affected

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Jersey

~ 125 Flights affected

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Guernsey

~ 125 Flights affected

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Brest

~ 125 Flights affected

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Caen

~ 125 Flights affected

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Nantes

~ 125 Flights affected

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Paris

~ 125 Flights affected

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Brussels

~ 125 Flights affected

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Amsterdam

~ 125 Flights affected

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Leeds

~ 125 Flights affected

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Dublin

~ 125 Flights affected

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Belfast

~ 125 Flights affected

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Palma

~ 125 Flights affected

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Malaga

~ 125 Flights affected

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Southampton

~ 125 Flights affected

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Forest

~ 125 Flights affected

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Maceió

~ 125 Flights affected

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Barcelona

~ 2 Flights affected

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Gran Canaria

~ 2 Flights affected

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Las Palmas

~ 2 Flights affected

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Tel Aviv

~ 1 Flights affected

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Tel Aviv-Yafo

~ 1 Flights affected

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Cancellations

Singapore Airlines and Scoot cancel 31 Singapore-Jakarta flights after Anak Krakatau eruption

A combined 31 flights operated by Singapore Airlines and Scoot were canceled between Changi Airport and Soekarno-Hatta International Airport on 6 September 2026 after ash from Anak Krakatau forced airport closures in Indonesia. The affected services included 19 Singapore Airlines return flights and 12 Scoot rotations on the busy Singapore-Jakarta route. Both carriers warned that more disruption could follow while volcanic conditions remain unsafe, and Scoot said it was already working with affected customers on travel alternatives. Because the cancellations were caused by volcanic activity outside the airlines' control, compensation is unlikely under EC 261, but passengers should still be offered rebooking or refunds, plus care and assistance during longer waits.

Matteo Floris7 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Istanbul Airport and Cairo International Airport disruption hits 1,688 flights

On 3 September 2026, flight disruption centered on Istanbul Airport and Cairo International Airport delayed 1,617 flights and canceled 71 more across the Middle East. Turkish Airlines recorded the highest number of delayed services, while EgyptAir was among the hardest hit proportionally at Cairo, and knock-on problems continued on 5 and 6 September. For passengers, that meant missed connections, overnight stays, and fewer rebooking options across Turkey, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq. Because airspace restrictions and weather-related limits were outside airline control, cash compensation under EC 261 or similar rules is unlikely in most cases, though airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays.

Matteo Floris7 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storms cause 283 cancellations and 6,750 delays at Chicago and Florida airports

Thunderstorms moving across the U.S. Midwest and Southeast on 3 September 2026 caused widespread disruption at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Miami International Airport, and Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport. Airlines canceled at least 283 flights and delayed around 6,750 more, with Chicago seeing the heaviest impact and Orlando reporting departure gate holds of more than 30 minutes. Because severe weather and air traffic control restrictions are outside an airline’s control, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, meals, and accommodation when needed.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt4 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Berlin Brandenburg disruption and security scare hit 2,254 flights across Europe

A broad wave of disruption on 3 September 2026 hit Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) hardest and spread to airports including Frankfurt, Munich, London Heathrow, Brussels, and Amsterdam Schiphol. Across the affected hubs, 2,254 flights were disrupted, including 113 cancellations and 2,141 delays, with an evening security scare in Berlin's Terminal 1 adding rescreening, long queues, gate changes, and some extra cancellations. Because much of the disruption appears to have been caused by airport security measures and weather-related restrictions rather than airline action, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely. Airlines should still provide care and assistance, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand your options.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt4 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storms disrupt 2,510 flights at Boston, New York, and Chicago hubs

Severe late-summer thunderstorms and low cloud disrupted operations at Boston Logan International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, and Chicago O'Hare International Airport on 3 September 2026, causing 321 cancellations and 2,189 delays. The knock-on effect spread beyond those hubs as aircraft and crews fell out of position, leaving travelers facing missed connections and longer waits into the evening. If your trip is covered by EC 261, compensation is unlikely because the disruption was caused by weather outside the airline's control, but airlines should still provide care, rebooking, or a refund where needed.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt3 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Dubai and Jeddah airports hit by 1,200 delays and 59 cancellations

A fresh round of disruption hit Gulf aviation in the 24 hours before 3 September 2026, with 1,259 flights affected, including 59 cancellations and more than 1,200 delays. Dubai International Airport was at the center of the pressure, while Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi and Saudi hubs in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam also faced schedule problems as airlines rerouted around conflict-related airspace risk. Compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely in situations like this, but airlines should still provide rebooking or refunds for canceled flights and care during longer delays.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt3 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Sinabung ash cancels 21 flights at Kualanamu International Airport

A renewed eruption at Mount Sinabung disrupted travel through Kualanamu International Airport in Medan, canceling 21 flights in the first 24 hours and delaying or rescheduling others on both domestic and international services. The airport also suspended runway operations from 10:50 am to 12:45 pm local time on 1 September 2026 while ash levels were checked before flights resumed. Because the disruption was caused by a volcanic eruption outside the airline's control, cash compensation is usually unlikely. Airlines should still help with rebooking or refunds, and provide care if you're left waiting.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt2 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

American, United, Delta, Southwest, and JetBlue face 1,096 U.S. delays and cancellations

U.S. air travel was heavily disrupted on 2 September 2026, with 896 delayed flights and about 200 cancellations recorded by early afternoon. American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and JetBlue Airways were among the carriers facing the biggest operational strain as thunderstorms, staffing gaps, and localized IT issues slowed major connecting hubs in the Northeast, the Midwest, and Texas. Because weather was a main cause, compensation is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds where applicable, and care during long delays. You can also use AirHelp’s free flight checker to see what rights may apply to your trip.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt2 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Dubai, Doha, and other Middle East hubs record 1,320 flight delays and cancellations

A 24-hour wave of disruption across Middle East airports on 31 August 2026 led to 1,261 delays and 59 cancellations, with the biggest pressure at Dubai International Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Hamad International Airport, King Khalid International Airport, and King Abdulaziz International Airport. Knock-on effects also reached Cairo International Airport, Ben Gurion Airport, and Sharjah International Airport as aircraft and crews fell out of position. Because the disruption is linked to war-related airspace restrictions, compensation is usually unlikely. Airlines should still provide rerouting or refunds, plus care such as food, refreshments, and accommodation if your journey was affected.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt1 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Lightning strike at London Luton Airport halts operations and disrupts 30 flights

A lightning strike on 27 August 2026 knocked out air traffic control equipment at London Luton Airport, forcing a 95-minute suspension of all arrivals and departures and directly affecting about 30 passenger flights. Some Wizz Air services from Turin and Prague were diverted to London Gatwick Airport or London Stansted Airport, while delays and cancellations continued into 28 August 2026. For passengers, that meant crowded terminals, disrupted evening plans, and in some cases overnight stays after a difficult night of storms and flooding around London. Because the disruption was caused by severe weather and a related air traffic control failure outside the airline's control, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261, but airlines should still provide care, assistance, and rebooking or refunds where needed.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt1 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Lightning strike disrupts 30 flights at London Luton Airport

A lightning strike during severe thunderstorms forced London Luton Airport to halt arrivals and departures for 1 hour and 35 minutes on 27 August 2026. Around 30 flights were canceled or diverted, and delays continued into the evening as airlines worked to reposition aircraft and crews. Flash flooding on nearby roads made it harder for passengers and staff to reach the terminal, while the same weather system also caused delays at London Stansted Airport. Because the disruption was caused by severe weather outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during long waits.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt1 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Gulf hubs see 1,351 flight delays and cancellations at Riyadh, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Bahrain airports

Late August 2026 brought fresh disruption across King Khalid International Airport, Dubai International Airport, Zayed International Airport, and Bahrain International Airport, where 1,315 flights were delayed and 36 were canceled in a single 24-hour period. Riyadh was one of the main pressure points, while airlines across the Gulf worked through rolling delays, schedule changes, and missed connections as they tried to rebalance aircraft and crews. A mix of operational strain, refueling maintenance, heavy rain, and regional security tensions all added pressure, so if your trip was affected, it's worth checking what care, rebooking, or compensation rules may apply to your flight.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt1 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Thunderstorms disrupt 645 flights at Philadelphia International Airport

Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding across South Jersey on 27 August 2026 triggered a ground stop at Philadelphia International Airport, disrupting 645 flights and leaving many travelers facing long waits and overnight rebookings. By 9:00 pm, PHL had recorded 391 delays and 254 cancellations, while the same storm system left roads in nearby communities under deep standing water after several inches of rain fell in just a few hours. Because the disruption was caused by severe weather outside the airline's control, compensation is usually unlikely, but affected passengers should still be offered support such as rebooking, refunds, refreshments, and overnight help where needed.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt1 Sept 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Oslo Gardermoen Airport reopens but Norway ATC strike still cancels 139 flights

Flights restarted at Oslo Gardermoen Airport at about 11:30 am on 23 August 2026 after a five-hour shutdown linked to Norway’s ongoing air traffic controller strike. Even after the reopening, the official schedule still showed 139 canceled flight legs by early evening, including 48 flights that were due to operate after service resumed. Because the disruption comes from an external strike outside the airlines’ control, EC 261 compensation is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide care, rebooking, or refunds where needed.

Matteo Floris27 Aug 2026

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Delays

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Cape Town airport resumes normal flights after Kenya Airways tire failure

A tire failure on a Kenya Airways landing at Cape Town International Airport temporarily shut the airport's main runway on Tuesday, causing delays for departing and arriving passengers. The runway reopened later the same evening after emergency crews secured the aircraft, recovery teams removed it, and inspectors completed safety checks. No injuries were reported, but some knock-on delays may continue while airlines reposition aircraft and crews. Passengers were advised to monitor the ACSA app and airline messages for updates, and if your flight was affected, it's worth checking whether EC 261 or local rules may apply to your route.

Matteo Floris27 Aug 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Dubai, Doha, and Saudi airports hit by 611 delays and 66 cancellations

Airports across the Middle East, including Dubai International Airport, Hamad International Airport, and major Saudi hubs, were hit by 611 delays and 66 cancellations from 26 August 2026 into the early hours of 27 August. Dubai logged 197 delayed departures, Doha recorded 148, and Saudi airports saw the highest number of outright cancellations, led by Saudia. Because the disruption was linked to airline operational issues such as crew limits, maintenance withdrawals, slot congestion, and missed connections, passengers on covered EU-originating or EU-bound journeys may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 if their delay exceeded 3 hours or their flight was canceled at short notice.

Matteo Floris27 Aug 2026

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