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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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Cancellations

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Airspace closures after Feb 28 strikes lead to widespread flight cancellations

Following strikes on February 28, multiple Middle Eastern nations closed their airspace, prompting widespread flight cancellations and temporary suspensions at key hubs. Major carriers including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Air India, British Airways, Lufthansa and others halted or limited services, while select routes later resumed on a reduced basis.

Matteo Floris25 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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European air travel hit by 1,843 delays and 158 cancellations

Recent operational data indicate widespread disruption across European air travel, totaling 1,843 delayed flights and 158 cancellations. Airports across Germany, Italy, and Poland were affected, with major hubs in London and Milan particularly impacted. Airlines cited include Lufthansa, Wizz Air, and Iberia. Passengers experienced prolonged waits and multiple rebookings, with heightened risk of missed connections across the network.

Matteo Floris25 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Orlando International reports 172 delays and 11 cancellations across multiple airlines

Orlando International Airport reported 172 flight delays and 11 cancellations during the spring break period, disrupting services to major hubs including New York and Chicago. Airlines most affected included Spirit, Delta, and Southwest, with additional impacts for Alaska Airlines, Air Canada Rouge, JetBlue, British Airways, Aer Lingus, and Volaris. Delay rates cited included Spirit at 26%, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada Rouge at 18%, and JetBlue at about 13%. International connections via Orlando, particularly to Europe and the Caribbean, also experienced knock-on effects.

Matteo Floris25 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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UK airports report widespread delays and cancellations amid reroutes

Flights to and from Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester were heavily disrupted over a single day, with 319 delays and 126 cancellations. Airlines rerouted around restricted Middle East air corridors, creating longer journeys and operational bottlenecks. British Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways and KLM reported schedule changes, while passengers faced queues, rebooking challenges, and occasional overnight waits in terminals.

Matteo Floris25 Mar 2026

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Vietnam jet fuel crunch may prompt flight cuts and travel disruption

Vietnam’s air travel faces potential disruption due to a looming jet fuel shortage after export bans by key suppliers. The Civil Aviation Authority has advised airlines to reassess operations from early April and for airports to prepare for reduced activity and increased aircraft parking. Airlines are reviewing schedules, and travelers may encounter reduced frequencies or cancellations, including around the April 30–May 1 holidays and into summer. Authorities are considering tax relief, fee reductions, and diversifying fuel sources to mitigate impacts.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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UK airports report 420 delays and 27 cancellations across major hubs

Major UK airports experienced widespread disruption with 420 delays and 27 cancellations in March 2026. Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, London City and Birmingham were affected, with airlines including British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair, Air France and Lufthansa reporting operational knock-on effects from slot congestion, crew duty limits and late-arriving aircraft. Queues built up at check-in, security and rebooking desks as backlogs were worked through into the evening. Safety was reported as maintained throughout the disruption.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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Cancellations

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Thailand launches support for tourists stranded by flight cancellations linked to Middle East conflict

Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports is assisting foreign visitors unable to depart due to flight cancellations linked to the Middle East conflict. Eligible tourists may receive 2,000 baht per day, up to 20,000 baht, through the Foreign Tourist Relief Fund. Authorities are also coordinating hotel discounts, on-site support in major destinations, and visa guidance to help those affected.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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UAE flight suspensions disrupt major routes amid airspace closures

Air travel involving the United Arab Emirates is heavily reduced due to regional airspace closures linked to ongoing conflict. Authorities are using emergency corridors with limited capacity, prioritizing repatriation and cargo flights. Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai, Lufthansa, and KLM have suspended or restricted regular services, with some suspensions running through early March. Airport access is restricted to passengers with confirmed bookings and documentation.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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India–US/Europe flights rerouted; widespread cancellations amid Middle East airspace closures

Airspace closures across parts of the Middle East triggered significant disruption for India–Europe and India–US routes. Around 350 domestic flights were canceled on March 1, and Air India suspended 50 international services the same day. Remaining long-haul flights are using longer routings, with India–New York and Newark services adding a technical stop in Rome. Mumbai and Ahmedabad temporarily declined diversion traffic due to stand shortages.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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KLM and Air France among carriers hit by Europe-wide delays and cancellations

From early February to mid-March 2026, repeated disruption affected major European hubs, with KLM and Air France among airlines reporting widespread delays and cancellations. On March 10 alone, there were 333 cancellations and 2,396 delays, with Amsterdam Schiphol hardest hit. Causes cited included adverse weather, staffing shortages and airspace restrictions, with passengers urged to follow airline updates.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Germany flight disruption: 34 cancellations across Frankfurt, Berlin Brandenburg and Munich

Germany’s main hubs Frankfurt, Berlin Brandenburg, and Munich reported 34 flight cancellations with additional delays. Qatar Airways recorded multiple cancellations at all three airports, while United Airlines and Gulf Air also scrapped flights. Other carriers including El Al, Lufthansa, German Airways, BA CityFlyer and KLM reported assorted delays and cancellations. Passengers are advised to monitor airline updates, consider rebooking options, and look at alternative transport where necessary. Earlier in March, a separate large-scale disruption across ten German airports led to hundreds of cancellations and delays, with Frankfurt and Munich seeing the biggest impacts.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Doha: 269 flights canceled at Hamad International amid geopolitical tensions

Operations at Hamad International Airport in Doha were heavily disrupted, with 269 flights canceled and 11 delayed due to ongoing geopolitical tensions. Qatar Airways canceled 247 flights and reported 11 delays (about 1% of its operations). Gulf Air, Royal Jordanian, and Malaysia Airlines saw full cancellations of their services, while Egypt Air canceled about 75% of flights. Additional carriers including US‑Bangla Airlines, Virgin Australia, Xiamen Air, and Shenzhen Airlines reported cancellation rates between 50% and 100%. Travelers are advised to monitor airline channels and contact carriers for rebooking or assistance.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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Cancellations

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Airlines expand cancellations amid Middle East conflict

Airlines worldwide are cancelling or suspending routes due to the Middle East conflict, following closures that include Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi. Numerous carriers have issued dated updates for Tel Aviv, Dubai, Riyadh and other destinations, while some are operating reduced schedules or limited resumptions. The evolving situation has also led to diversions and large-scale schedule changes.

Matteo Floris24 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Ben Gurion Airport disruption: 90 cancellations and 3 delays on 28 Feb 2026

Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv recorded 90 cancellations and 3 delays on 28 February 2026, impacting airlines including FlyDubai, Wizz Air Malta, El Al, Etihad, United and others. International routes to Dubai, Athens, Zurich and New York were among those hit. The Israel Airports Authority said it will investigate causes and improve communication, while advising passengers to check directly with their airline and arrive early. Disruptions could continue as the airport clears backlogs.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt23 Mar 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Doha latest: 25 flight delays and 6 cancellations at Hamad International leave passengers stranded

Passengers at Hamad International Airport in Doha faced disruption as 25 flights were delayed and six were canceled, leaving hundreds stranded. The impact covered routes to Europe, Asia, and Africa, and involved carriers such as Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, and Malaysia Airlines.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt23 Mar 2026

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Cancellations

Global carriers cancel and reroute Asia–Middle East flights as Gulf airspace tightens

Major airlines continue to suspended, reroute, or cancel services across Asia–Middle East corridors due to airspace restrictions disrupting travel via Gulf hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha. More than 700 flight cancellations were recorded early on, and on peak days nearly 23% of Gulf arrivals were cut. Airlines report crowded customer touchpoints, rerouted networks, and aircraft/crew challenges. Flexible rebooking and fee waivers are being offered, but capacity remains tight, and reroutes have lengthened flight times. Hotel bookings in the UAE have fallen as visitors postpone or cancel trips.

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt23 Mar 2026

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