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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Chicago

~ 34,397 Flights affected

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New York

~ 28,700 Flights affected

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Boston

~ 26,560 Flights affected

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Dallas

~ 22,560 Flights affected

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Newark

~ 21,663 Flights affected

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London

~ 19,709 Flights affected

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Houston

~ 17,700 Flights affected

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Miami

~ 17,700 Flights affected

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Washington

~ 17,700 Flights affected

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Frankfurt

~ 16,324 Flights affected

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Paris

~ 16,324 Flights affected

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Los Angeles

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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Orlando

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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Fort Lauderdale

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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Detroit

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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Philadelphia

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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New Orleans

~ 14,663 Flights affected

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San Diego

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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Indianapolis

~ 7,897 Flights affected

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Manchester

~ 5,046 Flights affected

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Birmingham

~ 5,046 Flights affected

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Edinburgh

~ 4,956 Flights affected

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Newcastle

~ 4,956 Flights affected

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Bristol

~ 4,956 Flights affected

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Glasgow

~ 4,956 Flights affected

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Atlanta

~ 4,000 Flights affected

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Jakarta

~ 3,900 Flights affected

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Tokyo

~ 3,900 Flights affected

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Delhi

~ 3,900 Flights affected

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Denver

~ 3,037 Flights affected

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Rome

~ 2,645 Flights affected

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Madrid

~ 2,645 Flights affected

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Tenerife

~ 2,000 Flights affected

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Granadilla De Abone

~ 2,000 Flights affected

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Dubai

~ 1,579 Flights affected

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Jeddah

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Riyadh

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Abha

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Sharjah

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Amman

~ 1,237 Flights affected

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Charleroi

~ 832 Flights affected

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Doha

~ 677 Flights affected

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Gizan

~ 677 Flights affected

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Najran

~ 677 Flights affected

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Jazan

~ 677 Flights affected

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Nejran

~ 677 Flights affected

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Kuwait City

~ 560 Flights affected

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Kuwait

~ 560 Flights affected

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São Paulo

~ 345 Flights affected

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Campinas

~ 345 Flights affected

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Guarulhos

~ 345 Flights affected

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Abu Dhabi

~ 342 Flights affected

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Phoenix

~ 270 Flights affected

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Dublin

~ 90 Flights affected

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Delays and Cancellations

Storms force DFW ground stop and disrupt 850 flights, hitting American Airlines

Severe thunderstorms forced departing flights to stop at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field on 20 May 2026, disrupting around 850 flights over two days and hitting American Airlines especially hard at its biggest hub. Passengers faced long lines, missed connections, and baggage delays as lightning, low clouds, and flash-flood conditions made departures unsafe. Because the disruption was weather-related, cash compensation under EC 261 is unlikely on affected EU-origin or EU-destined flights, but airlines should still provide care such as rebooking or refunds, meals, and hotel stays during overnight delays.

Enter Author Name21 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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London Heathrow records 111 delays and 5 cancellations across British Airways, Emirates, Kuwait Airways, and TAP Air Portugal

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) recorded 111 delays and 5 cancellations on 19 May 2026, disrupting flights operated by British Airways, Kuwait Airways, Emirates, and TAP Air Portugal across several terminals and on both departures and arrivals. Routes linked to New York, Lisbon, Dubai, and Kuwait City were among those affected as late inbound aircraft, crew limits, and tight runway and gate capacity fed into wider schedule problems through the day. For passengers, that meant long waits, missed onward connections, and rebooking queues at the airport. Because the disruption appears tied to operational factors rather than one obvious extraordinary event, some travelers on routes covered by EC 261 may have rights to care and, in certain cases, compensation, but each case will depend on the reason recorded for the individual flight.

Carmina Davis20 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Dallas-Fort Worth storms trigger 666 cancellations and 4,601 delays across the US

A wave of severe thunderstorms over North Texas on 20 May 2026 triggered ground stops at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and spread disruption across the US flight network. By publication time, 666 flights had been canceled and 4,601 delayed, with Dallas-Fort Worth, Dallas Love Field, Chicago O'Hare, Orlando, and Miami among the hardest-hit airports. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Delta Air Lines were all affected, and some delays were expected to continue into early 21 May 2026 while crews and aircraft were repositioned. Because the disruption was weather-related, compensation is unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking or refunds and provide care if you're left waiting.

Carmina Davis20 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Bad weather disrupts 1,437 flights at Heathrow, Gatwick, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Schiphol, Oslo Airport, and Madrid-Barajas

Bad weather caused widespread disruption across Western and Northern Europe on 20 May 2026, with serious problems at London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Oslo Airport, and Madrid-Barajas Airport. A total of 58 flights were canceled and 1,379 were delayed, with Scandinavian Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, British Airways, and Lufthansa among the airlines hit hardest. For passengers, that meant long waits, changing departure times, missed connections, and fewer rebooking options as aircraft and crews fell out of position across the region. Because the disruption was driven by weather and air traffic control restrictions, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but that doesn't remove the airline's duty to provide care such as meals, accommodation, and rebooking support.

Carmina Davis20 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Major United States hubs see 6,862 flight delays and cancellations

A nationwide wave of weather-related disruption hit major United States airports on 18 May 2026, affecting 6,862 flights in total. Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Denver International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and New York’s main airports were among the worst affected, with knock-on problems reaching Nashville, Detroit, Boston, and Miami. Many passengers faced long lines, missed connections, and overnight stays as delays built through the day. Because weather and air traffic restrictions were the main cause, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide rebooking, refunds where relevant, and care during long waits.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storms and air traffic control restrictions disrupt 1,464 flights at 8 major airports in China

Severe storms and air traffic control flow restrictions disrupted 1,464 flights across 8 major airports in China on 17 May 2026, including Shenzhen, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Beijing, Kunming, Zhengzhou, and Zhuhai. The breakdown included 108 cancellations and 1,356 delays, with carriers such as Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Lucky Air, and China Express Airlines among the hardest hit, and disruption continued into 18 May. Because the problems were driven by weather and airspace restrictions outside the airlines’ control, compensation under EC 261 is generally unlikely for flights covered by that law, but airlines should still provide care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and accommodation where needed.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Edinburgh Airport delays and cancellations affect 13 flights on 17 December

Morning operations at Edinburgh Airport were disrupted on 17 December 2025, with 13 affected flights across arrivals and departures involving British Airways, Loganair, easyJet, United Airlines, and Air France. British Airways was hit hardest, including canceled Heathrow services in both directions, while other delays affected routes linking Edinburgh with London, Southampton, Paris, and Washington during the morning and early afternoon. No single cause was confirmed, so whether compensation applies will depend on what led to the disruption. If the problem was within the airline's control, some passengers may have a claim under EC 261, and if not, airlines should still provide care and assistance.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

LATAM, GOL, and Azul see 168 flights disrupted across Brazil

Brazil's busiest airports were disrupted on 18 May 2026 after severe weather, congestion, and operational pressure forced airlines to trim schedules. A total of 25 flights were canceled and 143 were delayed at São Paulo-Guarulhos, Rio de Janeiro/Galeão, Viracopos, and Tancredo Neves, with LATAM Brasil, GOL Linhas Aéreas, Azul Brazilian Airlines, Azul Conecta, American Airlines, and United Airlines all affected. Because weather appears to have been the main driver, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care such as rebooking or refunds, meals, communication, and accommodation when needed.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays

EU Entry/Exit checks cause 3-hour delays as 100 easyJet passengers miss flight

New EU Entry/Exit checks are causing waits of up to 3 hours at some European airports just as the May half-term holiday approaches. The worst congestion is being reported in Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy, and in April more than 100 easyJet passengers missed a flight from Milan Linate Airport to Manchester Airport after getting stuck at passport control. The biometric system, which was stepped up on 10 April 2026, requires travelers from countries outside the Schengen Area such as the United Kingdom to give fingerprints and a facial photo when they enter. Because the delays come from border procedures rather than airline operations, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, though passengers may still have care and assistance rights if their flight itself is delayed or canceled.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Over 460 flights delayed or canceled at Heathrow and London City

Operations at Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London City Airport (LCY) were badly disrupted on 17 May 2026, with 401 delays and 61 cancellations recorded across the two airports. The disruption left terminals crowded and extended queues at rebooking desks and security checkpoints. British Airways was among the hardest hit at Heathrow, while American Airlines, KLM, and Helvetic Airways were also affected as bad weather and air traffic restrictions slowed flights across southern England. Although cash compensation under EC 261 is unlikely when disruption is caused by issues outside the airline's control, airlines should still provide care and assistance such as meals, rebooking, refunds, or accommodation where needed.

Josh Arnfield19 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Weather delays 2,359 flights and cancels 90 across major U.S. airports

Air travel across the United States was heavily disrupted on 14 May 2026 after bad weather and congestion hit several major hubs at the same time. By late afternoon, about 2,359 flights were delayed and at least 90 were canceled, affecting roughly 2,449 flights in total, with the biggest problems at Boston Logan International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Because weather and related air traffic restrictions were the main cause, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, meals, and accommodation where needed.

Josh Arnfield15 May 2026

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Cancellations

Middle East conflict keeps more than 30 airlines canceling Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Doha flights

As of 15 May 2026, more than 30 airlines were still canceling or rerouting services across the Middle East, with Tel Aviv, Dubai, Doha, Riyadh, and Beirut among the hardest-hit routes after the conflict escalated on 28 February 2026. Major airline groups including Air France, KLM, Lufthansa Group, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, Pegasus Airlines, and Singapore Airlines continue to adjust schedules as they review security conditions. Some carriers are starting to restore limited flights, but many suspensions now stretch into summer or autumn, and several restart dates remain provisional. Because these disruptions are linked to armed conflict and airspace restrictions outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still offer care such as rebooking or refunds, food and drinks during long waits, and accommodation if you're stranded overnight.

Josh Arnfield15 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Canada flight delays and cancellations disrupt 187 flights across Toronto, Montréal, and Calgary

Fresh disruption hit Canada's biggest hub airports on 14 May 2026, with 187 flights delayed or canceled at Toronto Pearson International Airport, Montréal-Trudeau International Airport, and Calgary International Airport. Toronto Pearson saw the heaviest pressure with 69 delays and 12 cancellations, while Montréal-Trudeau recorded 48 delays and 7 cancellations as long lines and missed connections built through the day. Air Canada has been the hardest-hit airline so far, with 45 delays and 14 cancellations across its network, and other carriers including WestJet, Porter Airlines, PAL Airlines, Jazz, and British Airways have also seen knock-on disruption. Because the cause appears to be internal airline operations rather than weather or air traffic control, some passengers may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 or other passenger rights rules.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Guangzhou Baiyun, Tokyo Haneda, and Singapore Changi see 3,320 flight disruptions

Asian aviation is facing widespread disruption on 14 May 2026, with 3,320 flights delayed or canceled across hubs including Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Tokyo Haneda Airport, Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, and Singapore Changi Airport. The biggest pressure is in China, where aircraft rotation problems and scheduling irregularities are adding to delays and cancellations, while China Eastern, Air China, Japan Airlines, and All Nippon Airways are among the carriers under the most strain. Because the disruption appears to be linked to internal airline operations rather than weather, passengers on eligible EU-origin or EU-bound flights may have rights under EC 261. If your flight was canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours, you could be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays

FAA landing limits could delay 25% of inbound flights at San Francisco International Airport

A permanent FAA rule at San Francisco International Airport has cut the airport's arrival rate from 54 to 36 flights per hour, with around 25% of inbound flights now expected to arrive at least 30 minutes late through the spring and summer peak. The restriction comes on top of runway resurfacing that began on 30 March 2026, and some passengers may face delays before departure as flights are held at other airports to match the slower arrival flow into San Francisco. While widespread cancellations haven't been reported, the reduced capacity leaves little room for airlines to recover from further disruption. Because the delays are tied to a safety mandate and construction outside airline control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, and care during long waits.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Dubai and Sharjah airports see 113 delays and 15 cancellations

Operations at Dubai International Airport and Sharjah International Airport were strained on 14 May 2026 after 128 flights were disrupted across the two UAE hubs, including 113 delays and 15 cancellations. The problems affected Emirates, flydubai, and Air Arabia as residual regional air-space restrictions forced rerouting and aircraft holds, slowing services to destinations including London, New York, Mumbai, Cairo, and Jeddah. Airports told passengers to check live flight-status updates and avoid traveling to the terminal until their departure was confirmed. Because the disruption appears to stem from conditions outside the airlines' control, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely for most affected EU-bound journeys, but airlines should still provide care such as rebooking, refunds, meals, and hotel accommodation where needed.

Josh Arnfield14 May 2026

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