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Spirit Airlines shuts down and cancels 9,000 flights
Spirit Airlines has stopped flying after running out of funding, canceling all scheduled services from 2 May 2026 and telling customers not to come to the airport. The shutdown covers about 9,000 flights planned through 31 May, or roughly 1.8 million seats, while other airlines are now offering rescue fares of about $200 one-way to passengers who can show a canceled Spirit booking. If your trip was affected, your next step may depend on how and where you booked. Check our blog on your rights when your airline goes bankrupt.
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Cancellations
Brussels Airport to cancel most departures and Charleroi to close on 12 May
A national demonstration planned in Belgium for 12 May 2026 is set to cause major flight disruption around Brussels. Brussels Airport (BRU) will cancel just over half of departing passenger flights, while Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) will cancel every arrival and departure for the day. Airlines are updating schedules and contacting affected passengers with rebooking or refund options, and travelers are being advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport. Because the disruption comes from wider national industrial action rather than airline staff alone, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely for most passengers, but airlines should still provide care and assistance if your journey is disrupted.
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Delays and Cancellations
UAE limits airspace until 11 May after Iranian missile and drone attack
Emergency airspace restrictions were reintroduced across the United Arab Emirates on 5 May 2026 after Iranian missiles and armed drones were intercepted on their way toward Abu Dhabi and Dubai a day earlier. The measures, which are due to remain in force until at least 11 May 2026, limit flights into, out of, and over the country to a small number of approved corridors, with some inbound services diverting to Muscat International Airport or holding over Saudi Arabian airspace. The UAE's main hubs are still open, but the tighter routing is expected to lengthen some journeys and cause delays across regional networks. Because the disruption was triggered by an external armed attack outside the airline's control, compensation is unlikely, although airlines should still provide rebooking, meals, accommodation, and other care when needed.
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Delays and Cancellations
Inverness Airport warns of weeks of delays and short-notice closures
Passengers flying through Inverness Airport (INV) may face weeks of disruption after the airport said a shortage of air traffic control staff will force rolling closures of the tower and runway. Problems were already visible at the start of the week, with delays of 45 minutes to more than an hour and flights held on the ground while the airfield reopened. The airport is the main gateway for the Scottish Highlands and is served by easyJet, Loganair, and British Airways. Because the issue sits outside airline control, compensation under UK 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care, assistance, rerouting, or refunds where needed.
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Delay
Strong winds trigger ground stop and 104-minute delays at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Strong winds triggered a full ground stop at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston on 30 April 2026 , temporarily halting arrivals before the FAA lifted the restriction just before 5:45 pm. Even after that, average delays for both departures and arrivals were still running at 104 minutes , with disruption expected to continue into the evening across multiple airlines and connecting trips. Passengers were urged to check flight status directly with their airline or through the Houston Airport System's Fly2Houston portal. Because weather is outside an airline's control, compensation is usually unlikely for journeys covered by EC 261, but airlines should still provide care and assistance while you wait, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what may apply.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Mumbai Airport delays and cancellations hit hundreds of travelers
Delays and cancellations at Mumbai Airport disrupted hundreds of travelers in the week leading up to 1 May 2026, with an unnamed low-cost carrier struggling to recover schedules across domestic routes and onward journeys across India. The disruption was linked to aircraft unavailability, staffing shortfalls, and cascading late arrivals, while limited spare aircraft or crew made it harder to contain the problem once it reached Mumbai. Airlines were still working to restore normal operations at the time of publication. Because the apparent causes sit within airline control, some passengers, especially on eligible EU-bound sectors, may be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, along with care and assistance during the disruption.
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Cancellations
Scoot extends Singapore–Jeddah flight cancellations through 31 May amid Middle East conflict
Scoot has extended the cancellation of flights between Singapore Changi Airport and King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah until 31 May 2026 because of ongoing security concerns linked to conflict in the Middle East. The suspension covers flight TR796 from Singapore and return service TR797 from Jeddah, both of which have been off the schedule since 28 February, and the airline has said no other Scoot services will operate on the route between 19 April and 31 May. Singapore Airlines has also suspended flights to and from Dubai until the same date. Because the disruption is tied to circumstances outside the airlines' control, compensation is usually unlikely, but affected passengers should still be offered refunds, alternative travel options, and care during longer waits.
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Delays and Cancellations
Salt Lake City International Airport sees 95 delays and 1 cancellation affecting Delta, Alaska, and Southwest
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is seeing 95 delays and 1 cancellation on 1 May 2026, with Delta Air Lines hit hardest and Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines also running behind. The backlog is affecting busy routes linked to Los Angeles, Denver, Seattle, Chicago, and Atlanta, while roadworks on the I-80 and I-215 approaches are also making it harder for passengers to reach the terminals on time. Because the disruption is tied to traffic-management restrictions, heavy volume, and construction rather than an airline-controlled issue, cash compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261 or similar rules, but airlines should still help with rebooking or refunds and provide care if you’re left waiting for hours.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Air Canada and WestJet hit by 219 delays and cancellations across 6 Canadian airports
A system-wide operational breakdown on 30 April 2026 caused 203 delays and 16 cancellations across 6 Canadian airports, with Toronto Pearson International Airport, Montréal–Trudeau International Airport, Vancouver International Airport, and Calgary International Airport seeing the biggest knock-on effects. Air Canada was hit hardest, WestJet recorded more than 27 delays, and Air Borealis lost 4 of its limited daily services to Labrador communities. Passengers faced delays of 4 to 8 hours, missed international connections, and difficult rebooking as phone lines stretched past 3 hours and web tools struggled under pressure. Because the cause is still being investigated, compensation isn't clear yet, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays and cancellations. If you're affected, AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what support or compensation may apply.
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Cancellations
Brussels Airport asks airlines to cancel 50% of departures on 12 May
Passengers due to fly from Brussels Airport on 12 May 2026 are being warned of major disruption after the airport asked airlines to cancel around 50% of departing passenger flights. Security screening and ground-handling staff are expected to join a nationwide trade union demonstration in Belgium, and the airport says cutting the schedule in advance should help keep the terminal safe, limit queues, and reduce last-minute cancellations while airlines rebook affected passengers. Arrivals should face more limited disruption, although connections may still be affected. Because the action involves airport-service staff rather than airline staff, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide rerouting or refunds and care such as food, refreshments, and accommodation if needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Storms disrupt 4,662 flights across Atlanta, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Chicago O'Hare
Severe spring thunderstorms and air-traffic-control restrictions caused 4,173 delays and 489 cancellations across the US airline network on 29 April 2026, with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, and Chicago O'Hare International Airport hit hardest. Delta Air Lines recorded the most delays, while American Airlines led cancellations as weather and flow restrictions at Chicago O'Hare and Dallas/Fort Worth spread through the national schedule. If your journey was affected, it's understandable to feel frustrated. Because this disruption was caused by weather and air-traffic-control limits outside the airline's control, EC 261 compensation is generally unlikely on EU-covered routes, but airlines should still provide rebooking or refunds, care, and overnight accommodation where needed.
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Delays and Cancellations
Dallas Love Field sees 180 flight disruptions as nationwide weather hits Southwest, Delta, and JSX
Dallas Love Field was dealing with widespread knock-on disruption on 29 April 2026, with 155 delays and 25 cancellations affecting Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and JSX. Thunderstorms in Chicago and Atlanta, plus dense fog in San Francisco, knocked aircraft and crews out of position even though conditions in Dallas were calmer. Because the underlying cause was weather outside the airlines' control, cash compensation is unlikely, but passengers should still be offered rebooking or refunds and care during long delays. If your trip was affected, AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what support may apply.
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Cancellations
May be eligible
KLM, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa decide to cut over 20,000 flights due to fuel costs
European airlines including KLM, Transavia, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa are cutting summer schedules after jet fuel costs in Europe rise. More than 20,160 flights have already been removed, including 20,000 across the Lufthansa Group and 160 KLM flights at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, while Turkish Airlines is suspending 18 international routes from May and June 2026. Some of those cuts start on 3 May 2026 and last until 25 November 2026. The changes come from airlines' own response to higher operating costs.
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Delays and Cancellations
Barcelona and Heathrow among airports hit by 932 disrupted flights across Europe
Europe recorded 932 disrupted flights on 28 April 2026, with Barcelona El Prat Airport hit hardest and London Heathrow Airport, Madrid Barajas Airport, Frankfurt Airport, and Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport also seeing major delays and cancellations. The disruption stretched across Spain, the United Kingdom, Germany, Portugal, and Sweden, leaving passengers to deal with longer waits, missed connections, and sudden schedule changes. The problems were driven by several overlapping issues, including the ongoing SAERCO air traffic control strike, Groundforce baggage-handling walk-outs at Spanish airports, Lufthansa's recovery from earlier strike action, and the closure of Santiago de Compostela Airport for runway work. Because the main causes were outside airline control, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261, but airlines should still provide care and assistance, such as rerouting, refunds, food, and accommodation where needed.
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Delays and Cancellations
Sydney, Melbourne, and Auckland airport disruption cancels 34 flights and delays 272
On 27 April 2026, a network-wide disruption across Sydney Airport (SYD), Melbourne Airport (MEL), and Auckland Airport (AKL) led to 34 canceled flights and 272 delays in a single day, affecting Qantas, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, and regional services. The worst pressure came during the morning and early-evening peaks, leaving some passengers in customer-service lines for 3 to 5 hours, missing onward connections, or arranging overnight stays. Weather appears to have triggered the initial slowdown, but thin staffing and tightly packed aircraft schedules helped the disruption spread. Because the cause was mixed, passengers should check their rights individually, especially if their flight involved a route where EC 261 could apply.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
May be eligible
Philadelphia International Airport delays and cancellations affect 118 flights
A wave of delays at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) on 28 April 2026 disrupted 118 flights, including 115 delays and 3 cancellations, as the morning schedule slipped into the afternoon. American Airlines saw the biggest ripple effects, with Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and some regional services also running late. Routes to New York, Boston, Chicago, Miami, and London Heathrow were among those affected, leaving passengers facing crowded gates, missed connections, and long rebooking lines. Because the disruption appears tied to airspace congestion and traffic management limits rather than an airline-controlled problem, compensation remains uncertain, but travelers on affected flights should keep their documents and check their rights with AirHelp's free flight checker.
Read more
Cancellations
Spirit Airlines shuts down and cancels 9,000 flights
Spirit Airlines has stopped flying after running out of funding, canceling all scheduled services from 2 May 2026 and telling customers not to come to the airport. The shutdown covers about 9,000 flights planned through 31 May, or roughly 1.8 million seats, while other airlines are now offering rescue fares of about $200 one-way to passengers who can show a canceled Spirit booking. If your trip was affected, your next step may depend on how and where you booked. Check our blog on your rights when your airline goes bankrupt.
Read more
Cancellations
Brussels Airport to cancel most departures and Charleroi to close on 12 May
A national demonstration planned in Belgium for 12 May 2026 is set to cause major flight disruption around Brussels. Brussels Airport (BRU) will cancel just over half of departing passenger flights, while Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) will cancel every arrival and departure for the day. Airlines are updating schedules and contacting affected passengers with rebooking or refund options, and travelers are being advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport. Because the disruption comes from wider national industrial action rather than airline staff alone, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely for most passengers, but airlines should still provide care and assistance if your journey is disrupted.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
UAE limits airspace until 11 May after Iranian missile and drone attack
Emergency airspace restrictions were reintroduced across the United Arab Emirates on 5 May 2026 after Iranian missiles and armed drones were intercepted on their way toward Abu Dhabi and Dubai a day earlier. The measures, which are due to remain in force until at least 11 May 2026, limit flights into, out of, and over the country to a small number of approved corridors, with some inbound services diverting to Muscat International Airport or holding over Saudi Arabian airspace. The UAE's main hubs are still open, but the tighter routing is expected to lengthen some journeys and cause delays across regional networks. Because the disruption was triggered by an external armed attack outside the airline's control, compensation is unlikely, although airlines should still provide rebooking, meals, accommodation, and other care when needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Inverness Airport warns of weeks of delays and short-notice closures
Passengers flying through Inverness Airport (INV) may face weeks of disruption after the airport said a shortage of air traffic control staff will force rolling closures of the tower and runway. Problems were already visible at the start of the week, with delays of 45 minutes to more than an hour and flights held on the ground while the airfield reopened. The airport is the main gateway for the Scottish Highlands and is served by easyJet, Loganair, and British Airways. Because the issue sits outside airline control, compensation under UK 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care, assistance, rerouting, or refunds where needed.
Read more
Delay
Strong winds trigger ground stop and 104-minute delays at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Strong winds triggered a full ground stop at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston on 30 April 2026 , temporarily halting arrivals before the FAA lifted the restriction just before 5:45 pm. Even after that, average delays for both departures and arrivals were still running at 104 minutes , with disruption expected to continue into the evening across multiple airlines and connecting trips. Passengers were urged to check flight status directly with their airline or through the Houston Airport System's Fly2Houston portal. Because weather is outside an airline's control, compensation is usually unlikely for journeys covered by EC 261, but airlines should still provide care and assistance while you wait, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what may apply.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Mumbai Airport delays and cancellations hit hundreds of travelers
Delays and cancellations at Mumbai Airport disrupted hundreds of travelers in the week leading up to 1 May 2026, with an unnamed low-cost carrier struggling to recover schedules across domestic routes and onward journeys across India. The disruption was linked to aircraft unavailability, staffing shortfalls, and cascading late arrivals, while limited spare aircraft or crew made it harder to contain the problem once it reached Mumbai. Airlines were still working to restore normal operations at the time of publication. Because the apparent causes sit within airline control, some passengers, especially on eligible EU-bound sectors, may be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, along with care and assistance during the disruption.
Read more
Cancellations
Scoot extends Singapore–Jeddah flight cancellations through 31 May amid Middle East conflict
Scoot has extended the cancellation of flights between Singapore Changi Airport and King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah until 31 May 2026 because of ongoing security concerns linked to conflict in the Middle East. The suspension covers flight TR796 from Singapore and return service TR797 from Jeddah, both of which have been off the schedule since 28 February, and the airline has said no other Scoot services will operate on the route between 19 April and 31 May. Singapore Airlines has also suspended flights to and from Dubai until the same date. Because the disruption is tied to circumstances outside the airlines' control, compensation is usually unlikely, but affected passengers should still be offered refunds, alternative travel options, and care during longer waits.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Salt Lake City International Airport sees 95 delays and 1 cancellation affecting Delta, Alaska, and Southwest
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is seeing 95 delays and 1 cancellation on 1 May 2026, with Delta Air Lines hit hardest and Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines also running behind. The backlog is affecting busy routes linked to Los Angeles, Denver, Seattle, Chicago, and Atlanta, while roadworks on the I-80 and I-215 approaches are also making it harder for passengers to reach the terminals on time. Because the disruption is tied to traffic-management restrictions, heavy volume, and construction rather than an airline-controlled issue, cash compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261 or similar rules, but airlines should still help with rebooking or refunds and provide care if you’re left waiting for hours.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
May be eligible
Air Canada and WestJet hit by 219 delays and cancellations across 6 Canadian airports
A system-wide operational breakdown on 30 April 2026 caused 203 delays and 16 cancellations across 6 Canadian airports, with Toronto Pearson International Airport, Montréal–Trudeau International Airport, Vancouver International Airport, and Calgary International Airport seeing the biggest knock-on effects. Air Canada was hit hardest, WestJet recorded more than 27 delays, and Air Borealis lost 4 of its limited daily services to Labrador communities. Passengers faced delays of 4 to 8 hours, missed international connections, and difficult rebooking as phone lines stretched past 3 hours and web tools struggled under pressure. Because the cause is still being investigated, compensation isn't clear yet, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays and cancellations. If you're affected, AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what support or compensation may apply.
Read more
Cancellations
Brussels Airport asks airlines to cancel 50% of departures on 12 May
Passengers due to fly from Brussels Airport on 12 May 2026 are being warned of major disruption after the airport asked airlines to cancel around 50% of departing passenger flights. Security screening and ground-handling staff are expected to join a nationwide trade union demonstration in Belgium, and the airport says cutting the schedule in advance should help keep the terminal safe, limit queues, and reduce last-minute cancellations while airlines rebook affected passengers. Arrivals should face more limited disruption, although connections may still be affected. Because the action involves airport-service staff rather than airline staff, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide rerouting or refunds and care such as food, refreshments, and accommodation if needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Storms disrupt 4,662 flights across Atlanta, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Chicago O'Hare
Severe spring thunderstorms and air-traffic-control restrictions caused 4,173 delays and 489 cancellations across the US airline network on 29 April 2026, with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, and Chicago O'Hare International Airport hit hardest. Delta Air Lines recorded the most delays, while American Airlines led cancellations as weather and flow restrictions at Chicago O'Hare and Dallas/Fort Worth spread through the national schedule. If your journey was affected, it's understandable to feel frustrated. Because this disruption was caused by weather and air-traffic-control limits outside the airline's control, EC 261 compensation is generally unlikely on EU-covered routes, but airlines should still provide rebooking or refunds, care, and overnight accommodation where needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Dallas Love Field sees 180 flight disruptions as nationwide weather hits Southwest, Delta, and JSX
Dallas Love Field was dealing with widespread knock-on disruption on 29 April 2026, with 155 delays and 25 cancellations affecting Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and JSX. Thunderstorms in Chicago and Atlanta, plus dense fog in San Francisco, knocked aircraft and crews out of position even though conditions in Dallas were calmer. Because the underlying cause was weather outside the airlines' control, cash compensation is unlikely, but passengers should still be offered rebooking or refunds and care during long delays. If your trip was affected, AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what support may apply.
Read more
Cancellations
May be eligible
KLM, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa decide to cut over 20,000 flights due to fuel costs
European airlines including KLM, Transavia, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa are cutting summer schedules after jet fuel costs in Europe rise. More than 20,160 flights have already been removed, including 20,000 across the Lufthansa Group and 160 KLM flights at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, while Turkish Airlines is suspending 18 international routes from May and June 2026. Some of those cuts start on 3 May 2026 and last until 25 November 2026. The changes come from airlines' own response to higher operating costs.
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Delays and Cancellations
Barcelona and Heathrow among airports hit by 932 disrupted flights across Europe
Europe recorded 932 disrupted flights on 28 April 2026, with Barcelona El Prat Airport hit hardest and London Heathrow Airport, Madrid Barajas Airport, Frankfurt Airport, and Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport also seeing major delays and cancellations. The disruption stretched across Spain, the United Kingdom, Germany, Portugal, and Sweden, leaving passengers to deal with longer waits, missed connections, and sudden schedule changes. The problems were driven by several overlapping issues, including the ongoing SAERCO air traffic control strike, Groundforce baggage-handling walk-outs at Spanish airports, Lufthansa's recovery from earlier strike action, and the closure of Santiago de Compostela Airport for runway work. Because the main causes were outside airline control, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261, but airlines should still provide care and assistance, such as rerouting, refunds, food, and accommodation where needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Sydney, Melbourne, and Auckland airport disruption cancels 34 flights and delays 272
On 27 April 2026, a network-wide disruption across Sydney Airport (SYD), Melbourne Airport (MEL), and Auckland Airport (AKL) led to 34 canceled flights and 272 delays in a single day, affecting Qantas, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, and regional services. The worst pressure came during the morning and early-evening peaks, leaving some passengers in customer-service lines for 3 to 5 hours, missing onward connections, or arranging overnight stays. Weather appears to have triggered the initial slowdown, but thin staffing and tightly packed aircraft schedules helped the disruption spread. Because the cause was mixed, passengers should check their rights individually, especially if their flight involved a route where EC 261 could apply.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
May be eligible
Philadelphia International Airport delays and cancellations affect 118 flights
A wave of delays at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) on 28 April 2026 disrupted 118 flights, including 115 delays and 3 cancellations, as the morning schedule slipped into the afternoon. American Airlines saw the biggest ripple effects, with Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and some regional services also running late. Routes to New York, Boston, Chicago, Miami, and London Heathrow were among those affected, leaving passengers facing crowded gates, missed connections, and long rebooking lines. Because the disruption appears tied to airspace congestion and traffic management limits rather than an airline-controlled problem, compensation remains uncertain, but travelers on affected flights should keep their documents and check their rights with AirHelp's free flight checker.
Read more
Cancellations
Spirit Airlines shuts down and cancels 9,000 flights
Spirit Airlines has stopped flying after running out of funding, canceling all scheduled services from 2 May 2026 and telling customers not to come to the airport. The shutdown covers about 9,000 flights planned through 31 May, or roughly 1.8 million seats, while other airlines are now offering rescue fares of about $200 one-way to passengers who can show a canceled Spirit booking. If your trip was affected, your next step may depend on how and where you booked. Check our blog on your rights when your airline goes bankrupt.
Read more
Cancellations
Brussels Airport to cancel most departures and Charleroi to close on 12 May
A national demonstration planned in Belgium for 12 May 2026 is set to cause major flight disruption around Brussels. Brussels Airport (BRU) will cancel just over half of departing passenger flights, while Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) will cancel every arrival and departure for the day. Airlines are updating schedules and contacting affected passengers with rebooking or refund options, and travelers are being advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport. Because the disruption comes from wider national industrial action rather than airline staff alone, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely for most passengers, but airlines should still provide care and assistance if your journey is disrupted.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
UAE limits airspace until 11 May after Iranian missile and drone attack
Emergency airspace restrictions were reintroduced across the United Arab Emirates on 5 May 2026 after Iranian missiles and armed drones were intercepted on their way toward Abu Dhabi and Dubai a day earlier. The measures, which are due to remain in force until at least 11 May 2026, limit flights into, out of, and over the country to a small number of approved corridors, with some inbound services diverting to Muscat International Airport or holding over Saudi Arabian airspace. The UAE's main hubs are still open, but the tighter routing is expected to lengthen some journeys and cause delays across regional networks. Because the disruption was triggered by an external armed attack outside the airline's control, compensation is unlikely, although airlines should still provide rebooking, meals, accommodation, and other care when needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Inverness Airport warns of weeks of delays and short-notice closures
Passengers flying through Inverness Airport (INV) may face weeks of disruption after the airport said a shortage of air traffic control staff will force rolling closures of the tower and runway. Problems were already visible at the start of the week, with delays of 45 minutes to more than an hour and flights held on the ground while the airfield reopened. The airport is the main gateway for the Scottish Highlands and is served by easyJet, Loganair, and British Airways. Because the issue sits outside airline control, compensation under UK 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care, assistance, rerouting, or refunds where needed.
Read more
Delay
Strong winds trigger ground stop and 104-minute delays at George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Strong winds triggered a full ground stop at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston on 30 April 2026 , temporarily halting arrivals before the FAA lifted the restriction just before 5:45 pm. Even after that, average delays for both departures and arrivals were still running at 104 minutes , with disruption expected to continue into the evening across multiple airlines and connecting trips. Passengers were urged to check flight status directly with their airline or through the Houston Airport System's Fly2Houston portal. Because weather is outside an airline's control, compensation is usually unlikely for journeys covered by EC 261, but airlines should still provide care and assistance while you wait, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what may apply.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Eligible
Mumbai Airport delays and cancellations hit hundreds of travelers
Delays and cancellations at Mumbai Airport disrupted hundreds of travelers in the week leading up to 1 May 2026, with an unnamed low-cost carrier struggling to recover schedules across domestic routes and onward journeys across India. The disruption was linked to aircraft unavailability, staffing shortfalls, and cascading late arrivals, while limited spare aircraft or crew made it harder to contain the problem once it reached Mumbai. Airlines were still working to restore normal operations at the time of publication. Because the apparent causes sit within airline control, some passengers, especially on eligible EU-bound sectors, may be able to claim up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261, along with care and assistance during the disruption.
Read more
Cancellations
Scoot extends Singapore–Jeddah flight cancellations through 31 May amid Middle East conflict
Scoot has extended the cancellation of flights between Singapore Changi Airport and King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah until 31 May 2026 because of ongoing security concerns linked to conflict in the Middle East. The suspension covers flight TR796 from Singapore and return service TR797 from Jeddah, both of which have been off the schedule since 28 February, and the airline has said no other Scoot services will operate on the route between 19 April and 31 May. Singapore Airlines has also suspended flights to and from Dubai until the same date. Because the disruption is tied to circumstances outside the airlines' control, compensation is usually unlikely, but affected passengers should still be offered refunds, alternative travel options, and care during longer waits.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Salt Lake City International Airport sees 95 delays and 1 cancellation affecting Delta, Alaska, and Southwest
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is seeing 95 delays and 1 cancellation on 1 May 2026, with Delta Air Lines hit hardest and Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines also running behind. The backlog is affecting busy routes linked to Los Angeles, Denver, Seattle, Chicago, and Atlanta, while roadworks on the I-80 and I-215 approaches are also making it harder for passengers to reach the terminals on time. Because the disruption is tied to traffic-management restrictions, heavy volume, and construction rather than an airline-controlled issue, cash compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261 or similar rules, but airlines should still help with rebooking or refunds and provide care if you’re left waiting for hours.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
May be eligible
Air Canada and WestJet hit by 219 delays and cancellations across 6 Canadian airports
A system-wide operational breakdown on 30 April 2026 caused 203 delays and 16 cancellations across 6 Canadian airports, with Toronto Pearson International Airport, Montréal–Trudeau International Airport, Vancouver International Airport, and Calgary International Airport seeing the biggest knock-on effects. Air Canada was hit hardest, WestJet recorded more than 27 delays, and Air Borealis lost 4 of its limited daily services to Labrador communities. Passengers faced delays of 4 to 8 hours, missed international connections, and difficult rebooking as phone lines stretched past 3 hours and web tools struggled under pressure. Because the cause is still being investigated, compensation isn't clear yet, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays and cancellations. If you're affected, AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what support or compensation may apply.
Read more
Cancellations
Brussels Airport asks airlines to cancel 50% of departures on 12 May
Passengers due to fly from Brussels Airport on 12 May 2026 are being warned of major disruption after the airport asked airlines to cancel around 50% of departing passenger flights. Security screening and ground-handling staff are expected to join a nationwide trade union demonstration in Belgium, and the airport says cutting the schedule in advance should help keep the terminal safe, limit queues, and reduce last-minute cancellations while airlines rebook affected passengers. Arrivals should face more limited disruption, although connections may still be affected. Because the action involves airport-service staff rather than airline staff, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but airlines should still provide rerouting or refunds and care such as food, refreshments, and accommodation if needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Storms disrupt 4,662 flights across Atlanta, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Chicago O'Hare
Severe spring thunderstorms and air-traffic-control restrictions caused 4,173 delays and 489 cancellations across the US airline network on 29 April 2026, with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, and Chicago O'Hare International Airport hit hardest. Delta Air Lines recorded the most delays, while American Airlines led cancellations as weather and flow restrictions at Chicago O'Hare and Dallas/Fort Worth spread through the national schedule. If your journey was affected, it's understandable to feel frustrated. Because this disruption was caused by weather and air-traffic-control limits outside the airline's control, EC 261 compensation is generally unlikely on EU-covered routes, but airlines should still provide rebooking or refunds, care, and overnight accommodation where needed.
Read more
Delays and Cancellations
Dallas Love Field sees 180 flight disruptions as nationwide weather hits Southwest, Delta, and JSX
Dallas Love Field was dealing with widespread knock-on disruption on 29 April 2026, with 155 delays and 25 cancellations affecting Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and JSX. Thunderstorms in Chicago and Atlanta, plus dense fog in San Francisco, knocked aircraft and crews out of position even though conditions in Dallas were calmer. Because the underlying cause was weather outside the airlines' control, cash compensation is unlikely, but passengers should still be offered rebooking or refunds and care during long delays. If your trip was affected, AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what support may apply.
Read more
Cancellations
May be eligible
KLM, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa decide to cut over 20,000 flights due to fuel costs
European airlines including KLM, Transavia, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa are cutting summer schedules after jet fuel costs in Europe rise. More than 20,160 flights have already been removed, including 20,000 across the Lufthansa Group and 160 KLM flights at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, while Turkish Airlines is suspending 18 international routes from May and June 2026. Some of those cuts start on 3 May 2026 and last until 25 November 2026. The changes come from airlines' own response to higher operating costs.
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Delays and Cancellations
Barcelona and Heathrow among airports hit by 932 disrupted flights across Europe
Europe recorded 932 disrupted flights on 28 April 2026, with Barcelona El Prat Airport hit hardest and London Heathrow Airport, Madrid Barajas Airport, Frankfurt Airport, and Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport also seeing major delays and cancellations. The disruption stretched across Spain, the United Kingdom, Germany, Portugal, and Sweden, leaving passengers to deal with longer waits, missed connections, and sudden schedule changes. The problems were driven by several overlapping issues, including the ongoing SAERCO air traffic control strike, Groundforce baggage-handling walk-outs at Spanish airports, Lufthansa's recovery from earlier strike action, and the closure of Santiago de Compostela Airport for runway work. Because the main causes were outside airline control, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261, but airlines should still provide care and assistance, such as rerouting, refunds, food, and accommodation where needed.
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Delays and Cancellations
Sydney, Melbourne, and Auckland airport disruption cancels 34 flights and delays 272
On 27 April 2026, a network-wide disruption across Sydney Airport (SYD), Melbourne Airport (MEL), and Auckland Airport (AKL) led to 34 canceled flights and 272 delays in a single day, affecting Qantas, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, and regional services. The worst pressure came during the morning and early-evening peaks, leaving some passengers in customer-service lines for 3 to 5 hours, missing onward connections, or arranging overnight stays. Weather appears to have triggered the initial slowdown, but thin staffing and tightly packed aircraft schedules helped the disruption spread. Because the cause was mixed, passengers should check their rights individually, especially if their flight involved a route where EC 261 could apply.
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Delays and Cancellations
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Philadelphia International Airport delays and cancellations affect 118 flights
A wave of delays at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) on 28 April 2026 disrupted 118 flights, including 115 delays and 3 cancellations, as the morning schedule slipped into the afternoon. American Airlines saw the biggest ripple effects, with Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and some regional services also running late. Routes to New York, Boston, Chicago, Miami, and London Heathrow were among those affected, leaving passengers facing crowded gates, missed connections, and long rebooking lines. Because the disruption appears tied to airspace congestion and traffic management limits rather than an airline-controlled problem, compensation remains uncertain, but travelers on affected flights should keep their documents and check their rights with AirHelp's free flight checker.
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