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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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Southeast Asian hubs absorb traffic amid Middle East flight shutdowns

Airspace shutdowns over several Middle Eastern countries have led to halted or canceled Europe–Asia services, with airlines diverting traffic via Southeast Asia. Changi, Suvarnabhumi, and Kuala Lumpur International are absorbing rerouted flows. Carriers including Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Malaysia Airlines, and Scoot are adjusting capacity, with some Gulf-bound services canceled or altered. Higher fuel and operating costs are pushing short-term fare increases. Travelers on Europe–Asia itineraries may be rebooked through Singapore or Bangkok rather than traditional Gulf hubs.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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UAE flight operations restart in phases; Etihad and Air Arabia extend suspensions

UAE airports are restoring flights in stages after regional airspace disruptions. Limited services resumed on March 2 at Dubai (DXB, DWC) and Abu Dhabi (AUH), with Sharjah also restarting on a limited schedule. Etihad has suspended all scheduled flights until 2:00 p.m. UAE time on March 4, and Air Arabia has paused all UAE flights until 3:00 p.m. the same day, with certain routes halted until March 5. Around 357 flights were canceled on Monday. Travelers are advised to go to airports only if contacted by their airline.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Airspace closures prompt China Southern cancellations, widespread rerouting

Airspace closures across Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, parts of the UAE and Saudi Arabia are disrupting global flight corridors. China Southern and other carriers have canceled or rerouted flights, with mainland Chinese airlines canceling about 26.5% of Middle East services from 2–8 March. Hubs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha have cut or suspended operations, leading to missed connections and stranded passengers across multiple countries. Chinese airlines are offering fee‑free refunds, rebooking and rerouting while prioritizing safety and operational continuity.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Limited UAE flights resume after Gulf-wide cancellations

A small number of flights have restarted in the United Arab Emirates following a full suspension linked to regional conflict and airspace closures. Etihad, Emirates and Flydubai operated limited services while most schedules stayed canceled. Over 2,000 flights were grounded across seven Gulf airports, with more than 80% of Dubai flights and over half of Abu Dhabi flights canceled. Etihad ran at least 15 Abu Dhabi departures and said scheduled services remain halted until 2 pm on Wednesday, 4 March. Emirates and Flydubai also operated select departures and arrivals.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Over 9,500 Middle East flights canceled as hubs close

More than 9,500 flights have been canceled in the Middle East as major hubs shut down. The disruption involves widespread cancellations, with no confirmed details on affected airlines, airports, dates, or causes. Travelers with itineraries touching the region should verify their flight status and booking options directly with their airline and monitor official updates.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Airspace closures after strikes on Iran lead to widespread flight disruption

Middle East airspace closures following February 28 strikes on Iran triggered large-scale flight disruption. Dubai International, Abu Dhabi and Doha halted operations, with reported damage at airports in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Airlines including Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Air France, British Airways, Air India, Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Delta and United suspended services. Thousands of flights were canceled or delayed, and two long-haul flights diverted back to their origin. Authorities issued advisories as limited rescue flights operated. Passengers should check live flight status and prepare for changes.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Umrah operators reroute return flights as conflict strands Malaysian pilgrims in Madinah and Jeddah

Over 260 Malaysian Umrah pilgrims were stranded in Madinah and Jeddah due to regional airspace closures and suspended commercial flights. Umrah operators have rerouted return journeys, with Tiram Travel securing seats on operating airlines and the first returns set for 3 March 2026. One operator shifted affected travelers from Malaysia Airlines to AirAsia where possible, while other staged departures were canceled. Travel firms are covering accommodation, meals, and transport. Malaysian diplomatic missions and agencies are coordinating support and return logistics; all contacted Malaysians are reported safe.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Europe air travel hit by delays and cancellations on 2 March

European air travel faced extensive disruption on 2 March, with nearly 950 delays and at least 265 cancellations. The knock‑on effects followed Middle East airspace closures, prompting reroutes, crew and aircraft reassignments, and congestion at major hubs. Airports in London, Frankfurt, Madrid-Barajas, Barcelona-El Prat and Stockholm-Arlanda were among those impacted. Finnair, British Airways, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Iberia and Scandinavian Airlines reported operational challenges. Travelers were advised to arrive early, stay in contact with airlines and monitor flight status closely as schedules remained fluid.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Middle East airspace closures disrupt flights; limited Dubai services resume

Airspace closures across parts of the Middle East from 28 February caused widespread cancellations, diversions and airport shutdowns, including at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC). Limited services began to resume on 2 March, while some airlines kept regular operations suspended until at least 3 p.m. on 3 March. Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad and Flydubai were among those affected. Authorities arranged shelter for about 20,200 stranded transit passengers, and repatriation flights were coordinated by several countries.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Europe flight disruption: 565 cancellations and 1,493 delays after airspace closures

Thousands of passengers across Europe faced disruption as major airlines canceled 565 flights and delayed 1,493 more. The impact was concentrated at hubs in the United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, France, and Italy after regional airspace closures forced carriers to reroute or suspend services. Affected airlines included British Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss, Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines. Longer routings, fuel constraints, and aircraft and crew repositioning compounded operational challenges, with some secondary European connections temporarily reduced.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Cancellations

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UAE resumes limited flights after 48-hour shutdown; disruption ongoing

Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) restarted a limited number of flights on March 2 following a 48-hour suspension linked to regional strikes. Emirates and flydubai resumed some services, while Etihad planned partial operations from March 3. Authorities advised passengers to go to the airport only with confirmed departures. Over 13,000 cancellations were reported after the initial weekend of military strikes, with airlines including Lufthansa, British Airways, Delta, United, and Air India suspending regional services. Air Arabia maintained restrictions through March 3–4 on select routes.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Middle East conflict prompts 700+ flight cancellations; India routes, fares hit

Airspace closures across several Middle Eastern countries triggered widespread cancellations and rerouting. On March 1, about 716 flights in the region were canceled, following nearly 1,800 the previous day. Indian carriers and airports experienced significant impacts, including 444 cancellations on March 1 and 410 on February 28. Mumbai recorded 57 cancellations and Hyderabad over 50 in a day, while fares on key international routes surged. Airlines adjusted routings with technical stops, and authorities coordinated passenger support and operational measures.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Middle East air hubs close as airlines halt services and flights are canceled

Airspace closures and airport shutdowns across the Middle East triggered widespread cancellations, with over 1,800 flights scrapped in a day. Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha hubs were closed. Emirates halted Dubai operations through Monday afternoon, while Air India suspended flights across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel and Qatar until Tuesday. EL AL prepared repatriation flights once routes reopen. Injuries were reported at Dubai International and Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International. Airspace restrictions extended across Israel, Qatar, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and the UAE, stranding travelers as far as Bali and Dhaka.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Air India and IndiGo cancel Middle East and Europe flights amid regional airspace closures

Air India and IndiGo have canceled and suspended multiple services after regional airspace closures affected key corridors. Air India scrapped 28 flight segments from March 1, and paused flights to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Qatar through March 2. IndiGo canceled routes across West Asia and parts of Europe. By March 1, Indian carriers had canceled over 350 flights. Rerouting via northern paths is adding up to three hours, and some long-haul services require technical stops. Rebooking and refunds are being offered to affected passengers.

Matteo FlorisMar 3, 2026

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Cancellations

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easyJet halts UK–Cyprus flights through Thursday

easyJet has suspended all flights between the United Kingdom and Cyprus through Thursday. The disruption covers services from Larnaca International Airport to London Gatwick, and from Paphos International Airport to both London Gatwick and Manchester. Other destinations, such as Berlin, appear unaffected at this time. Further updates are expected.

Matteo FlorisMar 2, 2026

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UAE launches national response to flight disruption with free lodging, rapid visas and rerouting

UAE authorities activated a coordinated aviation response after temporary airspace closures and safety measures disrupted flights at Dubai International, Zayed International (Abu Dhabi), and Sharjah International. More than 20,200 travelers were stranded. The General Civil Aviation Authority and airport teams provided free accommodation, meals, rerouting, and on-site support, with emergency visas issued for affected tourists. Abu Dhabi instructed hotels to extend stays at government expense, while private firms and residents offered additional lodging. Passengers are advised to stay in contact with airlines for rebooking or refunds and to keep receipts.

Matteo FlorisMar 2, 2026

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