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Disruptions Weekly Overview

High

Chicago

~ 34,397 Flights affected

High

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

Medium

Denver

~ 3,037 Flights affected

Medium

Rome

~ 2,645 Flights affected

Medium

Madrid

~ 2,645 Flights affected

Medium

Tenerife

~ 2,000 Flights affected

Medium

Granadilla De Abone

~ 2,000 Flights affected

Medium

Dubai

~ 1,579 Flights affected

Medium

Jeddah

~ 1,237 Flights affected

Medium

Riyadh

~ 1,237 Flights affected

Medium

Abha

~ 1,237 Flights affected

Medium

Sharjah

~ 1,237 Flights affected

Medium

Amman

~ 1,237 Flights affected

Low

Charleroi

~ 832 Flights affected

Low

Doha

~ 677 Flights affected

Low

Gizan

~ 677 Flights affected

Low

Najran

~ 677 Flights affected

Low

Jazan

~ 677 Flights affected

Low

Nejran

~ 677 Flights affected

Low

Kuwait City

~ 560 Flights affected

Low

Kuwait

~ 560 Flights affected

Low

São Paulo

~ 345 Flights affected

Low

Campinas

~ 345 Flights affected

Low

Guarulhos

~ 345 Flights affected

Low

Abu Dhabi

~ 342 Flights affected

Low

Phoenix

~ 270 Flights affected

Low

Dublin

~ 90 Flights affected

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Delays and Cancellations

Manchester Airport disruption follows Bahrain airspace closure

A fresh wave of disruption hit Manchester Airport on 27 March 2026 with Bahrain's continued airspace closure forcing Gulf Air to suspend its nonstop Manchester–Bahrain flights. Most services from Manchester are still operating, but a small number of other long-haul flights are seeing delays as airlines reroute around restricted corridors across the Middle East. The disruption comes at the start of the Easter getaway, adding pressure to already busy terminals. Because the cause is an external security closure, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still offer rebooking or refunds and provide care if you're left waiting.

Alice Mariscotti-WyattMar 27, 2026

Cancellations

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Over 218 flights canceled at Suvarnabhumi and Bandaranaike airports

Around 218 flights were canceled across Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) in Bangkok and Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo on 27 March 2026, leaving hundreds of travelers stranded during the morning rush. Technical faults in ground-handling and baggage systems, air-traffic-control coordination problems, staff shortages, and bad weather over the Bay of Bengal combined to push the disruption far beyond a local scheduling issue. Airlines including Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, Thai AirAsia, Singapore Airlines, and SriLankan Airlines were affected, while airports and carriers opened extra help desks, offered rebooking, and provided meal or hotel vouchers. If your flight was caught up in the cancellations, your rights may depend on the airline, route, and the direct cause of the disruption, so it's worth checking what support or compensation may apply.

Matteo FlorisMar 27, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

Storms disrupt 263 flights at Chicago O'Hare on 26 March

Severe thunderstorms at Chicago O'Hare International Airport on 26 March 2026 triggered an FAA ground-delay program that caused 21 cancellations and more than 242 delays and affected thousands of passengers. United Airlines and its regional partners were hit hardest, but delays spread across multiple carriers and onward routes in the US and on international services. Operations improved after 8:00 pm, although some knock-on delays were expected into 27 March. Because the disruption was caused by severe weather, cash compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, and care during long delays.

Matteo FlorisMar 27, 2026

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Over 8,100 flights canceled as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha hubs cut operations through March 2026

Escalating conflict involving Iran and the United States has disrupted air travel through the Gulf and eastern Mediterranean throughout March 2026, with more than 8,100 flights canceled across Dubai International Airport (DXB), Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), Hamad International Airport (DOH), Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY), and King Fahd International Airport (RUH). Passengers have faced 24–72-hour rebooking delays and rerouted trips that can run 2–8 hours longer as airlines including Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Qatar Airways cut regional service and reshape long-haul schedules. Because the disruption is linked to armed conflict outside airline control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still offer rerouting or refunds, plus care and assistance during long delays. You can also use AirHelp's free flight checker to see what applies to your journey.

Matteo FlorisMar 27, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

May be eligible

Toronto Pearson sees 301 flight delays and cancellations as Air Canada and WestJet hit hardest

By early afternoon on 27 March 2026, Toronto Pearson International Airport had logged 265 delays and 36 cancellations, with Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, and WestJet among the most affected carriers. The disruption started in the morning and spread across connected flights at Vancouver, Calgary, Frankfurt, Amsterdam Schiphol, and Cairo, while passengers were told to expect longer queues and keep checking flight updates. If you were due to travel, that likely meant a frustrating day of uncertainty and possible missed connections. Because the underlying cause hasn't been confirmed, it isn't yet clear whether compensation will apply, but airlines should still provide rerouting, refunds, and essential care where needed.

Matteo FlorisMar 27, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

Eligible

Europe-wide flight disruption as strikes trigger delays and cancellations

Flights across Europe faced widespread disruption with at least 164 cancellations and over 1,200 delays reported. A nationwide air transport strike in Italy involving cabin crew and ground staff, alongside operational pressures, caused knock-on effects across Italy, France, the UK, Spain, Germany, and Portugal. Airlines including easyJet, ITA Airways, Ryanair, Finnair, and SAS were affected, with queues and rerouting issues at major hubs. Carriers offered free changes or refunds on cancelled or heavily delayed services and urged passengers to check flight status.

Matteo FlorisMar 26, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

May be eligible

Istanbul’s IST and SAW record 151 delays and 7 cancellations; multiple airlines affected

Flight operations in Istanbul were disrupted with a combined 151 delays and 7 cancellations across Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). Pegasus recorded 5 cancellations and 55 delays at SAW, while Iran National Airlines Corp. accounted for 2 cancellations at IST. Other affected carriers included Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, AJet, FlyDubai, and Azimuth. Airports and airlines reported efforts to reduce waiting times and stabilize operations.

Matteo FlorisMar 26, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

May be eligible

Germany: Cancellations and delays at Frankfurt, Munich, Düsseldorf and Berlin

Flights across Germany faced widespread disruption with at least 14 cancellations and more than 200 delays at Frankfurt, Munich, Düsseldorf and Berlin Brandenburg. Affected carriers included Lufthansa, Air Canada, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic and KLM. Weather conditions led air traffic control to apply flow restrictions, while staffing and ground handling constraints extended turnaround times. Passengers encountered long queues for rebooking and assistance, with some needing hotel accommodation near Frankfurt. Travelers were advised to monitor airline apps, enable real-time alerts, arrive early, and keep essential items in carry-on bags.

Matteo FlorisMar 26, 2026

Delays and Cancellations

March 9 sleet disrupts Frankfurt and Munich; 333 flights canceled Europe‑wide

On March 9, sleet and de-icing backlogs led to extensive disruption across Europe, with 333 flights canceled and 2,396 delayed. Frankfurt and Munich were among the hardest hit, including a pause in apron operations at Frankfurt and cancellations of nearly half of 48 scheduled long-haul departures between 06:00 and 14:00. Knock-on effects were expected to persist due to aircraft and crew rotation issues.

Matteo FlorisMar 26, 2026

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Cancellations

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Lufthansa strike cancels about 800 flights across Germany

A 24-hour Lufthansa strike in mid-February led to about 800 flight cancellations across Germany and affected roughly 100,000 passengers. Frankfurt and Munich saw widespread cancellations as pilots and cabin crew staged industrial action. The walkout covered Lufthansa’s mainline network and regional Lufthansa CityLine, with operations taking time to normalize afterward due to crew duty limits and aircraft rotations.

Matteo FlorisMar 26, 2026

Delays

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TSA staffing gaps drive long security waits at U.S. airports amid DHS funding stalemate

TSA staffing shortfalls are causing long security lines at multiple U.S. airports, with George Bush Intercontinental reporting general screening waits around four hours at midday and William P. Hobby seeing 90-minute lines early Tuesday. About 11% of scheduled TSA officers—over 3,200—did not report for duty on Monday, while several major hubs recorded high callout rates. Houston Airports advised travelers to arrive up to four hours early to avoid missed flights. Immigration enforcement personnel have been assigned to assist TSA with limited tasks at airports.

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Disruptions Weekly Overview

Chicago

New York

Boston

Dallas

Newark

London

Houston

Miami

Washington

Frankfurt

Paris

Los Angeles

Orlando

Fort Lauderdale

Detroit

Philadelphia

New Orleans

San Diego

Indianapolis

Manchester

Birmingham

Edinburgh

Newcastle

Bristol

Glasgow

Atlanta

Jakarta

Tokyo

Delhi

Denver

Rome

Madrid

Tenerife

Granadilla De Abone

Dubai

Jeddah

Riyadh

Abha

Sharjah

Amman

Charleroi

Doha

Gizan

Najran

Jazan

Nejran

Kuwait City

Kuwait

São Paulo

Campinas

Guarulhos

Abu Dhabi

Phoenix

Dublin

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Manchester Airport disruption follows Bahrain airspace closure

Over 218 flights canceled at Suvarnabhumi and Bandaranaike airports

Storms disrupt 263 flights at Chicago O'Hare on 26 March

Delayed or canceled flight?

Over 8,100 flights canceled as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha hubs cut operations through March 2026

Toronto Pearson sees 301 flight delays and cancellations as Air Canada and WestJet hit hardest

Europe-wide flight disruption as strikes trigger delays and cancellations

Istanbul’s IST and SAW record 151 delays and 7 cancellations; multiple airlines affected

Germany: Cancellations and delays at Frankfurt, Munich, Düsseldorf and Berlin

March 9 sleet disrupts Frankfurt and Munich; 333 flights canceled Europe‑wide

Travel protection for future flights, that pays.

Lufthansa strike cancels about 800 flights across Germany

TSA staffing gaps drive long security waits at U.S. airports amid DHS funding stalemate

FAA cites air traffic control staffing shortage for Newark Airport delays

Chicago O’Hare reports ongoing delays and cancellations; SkyWest, PSA most impacted

Widespread flight delays and cancellations strand passengers across Europe

Oman Air cancels multiple routes amid Middle East airspace closures

Cancellations and delays impact Argentina’s key hubs and regional routes

Manchester Airport disruption follows Bahrain airspace closure

Over 218 flights canceled at Suvarnabhumi and Bandaranaike airports

Storms disrupt 263 flights at Chicago O'Hare on 26 March

Over 8,100 flights canceled as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Doha hubs cut operations through March 2026

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