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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 and ATC restrictions disrupt 3,554 flights across 27 US airports

Severe thunderstorms, high winds, and ATC restrictions disrupted 3,554 flights across 27 major US airports on 8 April 2026, hitting hubs in Miami, Atlanta, New York, Orlando, Los Angeles, and Seattle. By midday, airlines had recorded 3,440 delays and 114 cancellations, affecting more than 50,000 passengers and raising the risk of further disruption into 9 April. Because the main cause is weather and related ATC controls, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely. Even so, airlines should still offer care and assistance during long disruptions, including rebooking or refunds, meals, and overnight accommodation where needed.

Carmina Davis8 Apr 2026

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Miami International Airport logs 197 delays and 9 cancellations, disrupting US hubs

On 6 April 2026, Miami International Airport logged 197 delays and 9 cancellations as Easter Monday demand, storms elsewhere in the US, and tight staffing combined to squeeze schedules. Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and United Airlines were all affected, and knock-on disruption reached Atlanta, Chicago, and New York-area airports. For passengers, that meant long waits, missed connections, and disrupted itineraries even beyond Florida. Compensation is unlikely because the problem was linked mainly to weather and wider network pressures outside airline control, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refreshments, and other care during major delays, and AirHelp's free flight checker is a simple place to start if you want to see what may apply to your journey.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Storm Dave causes 238 cancellations and 1,469 delays across Europe

Storm Dave disrupted flights across northern and western Europe on 7 April 2026, with at least 238 flights canceled and 1,469 more delayed at Keflavik International Airport, Stockholm Arlanda Airport, Dublin Airport, London-area airports, and Frankfurt Airport. Airlines affected included Icelandair, Scandinavian Airlines, easyJet, Cityjet, and Helvetic Airways, while knock-on delays spread to secondary airports as crews and aircraft fell out of position. For passengers, that has meant long queues, missed connections, and difficult rebooking at already busy hubs. Because the disruption is being driven by severe weather, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely, but airlines should still provide care, rerouting, or refunds where needed, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand your rights.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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New York storm disrupts over 500 flights, with delays at Heathrow and Narita

A severe weather system over the northeastern United States on 6 April 2026 disrupted over 500 flights and affected more than 50,000 passengers, with delays and cancellations spreading from the New York region to Heathrow Airport and Narita International Airport. American Airlines, British Airways, and Japan Airlines have been among the carriers dealing with rebooking backlogs as aircraft and crews fall out of position. Because the disruption was caused by weather, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care and assistance, including rerouting, refreshments, and hotel accommodation where needed.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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LaGuardia Easter weather disruption affected 5,960 flights and 100,000 passengers

A major disruption at LaGuardia Airport over the Easter travel weekend spilled far beyond New York after fog and thunderstorms on 5 April 2026 triggered rolling ground stops and a wider operational breakdown. Between 3 April and 6 April 2026, about 5,960 flights were delayed or canceled across the wider network, affecting more than 100,000 passengers. At LaGuardia alone, the worst day brought around 80 cancellations and 600 delays, while Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and Air Canada were among the carriers hit hardest. Because the main cause was weather outside the airlines' control, compensation is unlikely, but airlines should still provide support such as rebooking, refunds, meals, and accommodation during longer disruptions.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Copenhagen Airport delays and cancellations disrupt 186 flights on 5 April

Operational problems at Copenhagen Airport over the weekend of 5 and 6 April 2026 disrupted travel across the Nordic region. On 5 April alone, 157 delays and 29 cancellations pushed the day's total number of affected flights to 186, with Scandinavian Airlines, Cityjet, and Norwegian Air Sweden among the carriers hit hardest on routes to Aalborg, Kristiansand, Stavanger, and Helsinki. Passengers faced long lines, limited rebooking options, and baggage issues. If your flight was affected, it's worth checking whether EC 261 applies and what care your airline should provide.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport sees 285 delays and 76 cancellations

Travelers passing through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on 5 April 2026 faced a difficult end to the Easter travel period, with 361 flights disrupted, including 285 delays and 76 cancellations. Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier Airlines were all affected as weather pressure, tight crew scheduling, and airspace congestion rippled through Atlanta's connection-heavy network and left some passengers missing onward flights to London, Paris, Amsterdam, and other European destinations. Because weather was part of the cause, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide rebooking or refunds after cancellations, plus care and assistance during long waits.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Late-season winter weather disrupts 505 flights across Canada's major airports

Severe late-season winter weather disrupted 505 flights across Canada on 5 April 2026, with Toronto Pearson International Airport and Montréal–Trudeau International Airport hit hardest. Snow, freezing rain, flurries, and icy surfaces caused 423 delays and 82 cancellations, while airlines including Air Canada, Jazz Aviation, WestJet, and Porter Airlines struggled to keep schedules moving across the country. Passengers were told to check flight status before leaving for the airport, and disruption was still affecting operations into Monday morning. Because the problem was caused by weather outside the airline’s control, compensation is usually unlikely on routes covered by EC 261, but airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Miami International Airport delays and cancellations affect 274 flights during spring break rush

Miami International Airport (MIA) saw 265 delays and 9 cancellations over a 24-hour period on 6 April 2026 as the spring break return rush ran into stormy weather across major Southeastern and Texas hubs. Because Miami is a major gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean, late inbound aircraft quickly spread disruption through packed schedules, leading to missed connections and overnight stays for some travelers when replacement seats were unavailable. Because bad weather was the main cause, cash compensation is usually unlikely. Even so, airlines should still provide care and assistance during long delays, and passengers whose flights were canceled should be offered rerouting or a refund.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Washington Dulles delays and cancellations hit 146 flights across US, Canada, and Europe

A concentrated day of disruption at Washington Dulles International Airport on 6 April 2026 affected 146 flights, including 17 cancellations and at least 129 delays, with knock-on problems spreading across the United States, Canada, and Europe. United Airlines took the biggest hit, while Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa, and British Airways also saw disruption that reached key hubs such as Frankfurt, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and Amsterdam. If your journey was affected, your rights will depend on your route and what caused the disruption, so it's worth checking whether you're due a refund, rebooking, care, or possible EC 261 protection on eligible UK and EU-linked flights.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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British Airways and Pegasus disrupt 159 flights across Heathrow, Sabiha Gökçen, Vienna, and Dubai

On 5 April 2026, British Airways and Pegasus Airlines disrupted 159 flights across London Heathrow Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Vienna International Airport, and Dubai International Airport. For passengers, that meant 25 cancellations, 134 delays, missed connections, longer waits at check-in desks, and some unplanned overnight stays during the Easter travel peak. Rebooking was available in some cases, but some journeys were pushed back by 24 hours. Depending on your route and the reason for the disruption, you may be entitled to up to {{compensation_value}} compensation under EC 261 if your flight was canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Severe weather across Europe disrupts 466 flights, including 38 delays at Athens Airport

A wave of disruption hit European air travel on 5 April 2026, with 85 flights canceled and 381 delayed as severe weather, airspace restrictions, and airport staffing strain combined across the region. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport recorded 1 cancellation and 38 delays, while bigger hubs such as Amsterdam Schiphol, London Heathrow, Oslo Gardermoen, Stavanger, and Copenhagen saw heavier knock-on effects. Because the main cause was severe weather, compensation is usually unlikely under EC 261, but airlines should still provide support such as meals, refreshments, rerouting or a refund, and hotel accommodation if you're stranded overnight.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Newark Liberty International Airport bottleneck delays 260+ flights and cancels more than a dozen

Travel through Newark Liberty International Airport was heavily disrupted on 5 April 2026 after a severe operational bottleneck led to more than 260 delayed departures and arrivals, plus over a dozen cancellations. United Airlines was among the hardest hit, while Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, and Air France also saw significant disruption on domestic routes including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Boston, Washington, San Francisco, and Denver, as well as international services to Paris, London, and Delhi. If your journey was affected, it's worth checking your rights, especially on flights covered by EC 261, as rebooking, care, refunds, and possibly compensation may apply depending on the route and the exact circumstances.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Delta, American, Southwest, and Air Canada cancel 200+ East Coast flights amid 3,000 delays

Widespread disruption is hitting the U.S. Northeast on 6 April 2026 as Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Air Canada cancel more than 200 flights and delay around 3,000 more. The hardest-hit airports are in New York, Newark, Boston, and Washington, including John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, and Boston Logan International Airport, with disruption spreading to connecting routes far beyond the region. A mix of staffing shortages, spring weather, maintenance issues, IT problems, and air traffic limits is driving the problem, and there is still no confirmed end date. Because several causes are involved, passengers should review their rebooking, refund, and possible compensation options based on the details of their flight.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Italy disruption causes 271 delays and 15 cancellations at Milan Malpensa and Rome Fiumicino

On 5 April 2026, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) recorded 271 delays and 15 cancellations, disrupting 286 flights and leaving hundreds of passengers stuck in crowded terminals. ITA Airways, Lufthansa, and British Airways were among the airlines affected, with disruption spreading across routes to and from Milan and Rome, including links with London, Paris, and New York. Knock-on delays may continue for the next few days as aircraft and crews return to position. Because the cause is still under investigation, it isn't yet clear whether EC 261 compensation will apply, but passengers should still speak to their airline about rebooking, refunds, and care while the backlog is cleared.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

US storms disrupt 549 flights at Toronto, Calgary, and Montréal airports

A wave of severe storms over the US Midwest and Northeast disrupted 549 flights across Toronto Pearson International Airport, Calgary International Airport, and Montréal–Trudeau International Airport on 3 April 2026. Canadian air-traffic control data showed 54 cancellations and 495 delays as blocked access to storm-hit US airports left aircraft stuck at Canadian gates, with Toronto Pearson hardest hit and knock-on effects reaching as far north as Puvirnituq. The disruption affected Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, Jazz Aviation, and Air Inuit. Because the cause was weather, compensation is unlikely, but affected passengers should still review rebooking or refund options and can use AirHelp’s free flight checker to better understand their rights.

Carmina Davis7 Apr 2026

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