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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Moscow

~ 61,900 Flights affected

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Miami

~ 908 Flights affected

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Fort Lauderdale

~ 908 Flights affected

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Melbourne

~ 908 Flights affected

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Fort Myers

~ 908 Flights affected

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London

~ 714 Flights affected

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Manchester

~ 707 Flights affected

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Paris

~ 707 Flights affected

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Milan

~ 700 Flights affected

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Edinburgh

~ 700 Flights affected

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Bristol

~ 700 Flights affected

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Belfast

~ 700 Flights affected

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Amsterdam

~ 700 Flights affected

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Geneva

~ 700 Flights affected

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Southend

~ 700 Flights affected

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Naples

~ 700 Flights affected

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Luxembourg

~ 700 Flights affected

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Zurich

~ 700 Flights affected

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Berlin

~ 700 Flights affected

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Tangier

~ 700 Flights affected

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Strasbourg

~ 700 Flights affected

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Derry

~ 700 Flights affected

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Bordeaux

~ 700 Flights affected

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Brest

~ 700 Flights affected

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Lyon

~ 700 Flights affected

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Tenerife

~ 700 Flights affected

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Lanzarote

~ 700 Flights affected

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Palma

~ 700 Flights affected

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Londonderry

~ 700 Flights affected

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Granadilla De Abone

~ 700 Flights affected

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Palma Mallorca

~ 700 Flights affected

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Chiang Mai

~ 188 Flights affected

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Warsaw

~ 7 Flights affected

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Copenhagen

~ 7 Flights affected

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Murcia

~ 7 Flights affected

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Rome

~ 7 Flights affected

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Lisbon

~ 7 Flights affected

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Dublin

~ 7 Flights affected

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Bergamo

~ 7 Flights affected

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Sofia

~ 7 Flights affected

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Budapest

~ 7 Flights affected

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Modlin

~ 7 Flights affected

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Jersey

~ 7 Flights affected

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Southampton

~ 7 Flights affected

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Kolkata

~ 1 Flights affected

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Shillong

~ 1 Flights affected

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Narita

~ 1 Flights affected

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Dhaka

~ 1 Flights affected

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Tokyo

~ 1 Flights affected

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Cancellations

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UAE begins limited departures as Middle East airspace remains restricted

Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) have begun a limited restart of departures from the evening of 2 March, following regional airspace closures that began around 28 February. Emirates has operated initial A380 departures to several cities, while Etihad is running repatriation, cargo, and repositioning flights with commercial services still paused until at least 4 March. Flydubai has resumed select services. Airspace in Iran, Iraq, Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait remains closed, with significant cancellations across the region and ongoing operational constraints.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Europe: 396 delays and 169 cancellations disrupt flights at major hubs

Flights across Europe are currently disrupted, with 396 delays and 169 cancellations reported. Impacts are noted at major hubs including Amsterdam, Munich, Vienna, Paris CDG, London Gatwick, Frankfurt, and others. Cited factors include peak demand, congestion, air traffic control pressures, and scheduling constraints. Airlines named as affected include KLM, easyJet and Lufthansa. Passengers should monitor live updates and allow extra time for connections as operational backlogs continue.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Europe flight disruption: 416 cancellations and 1,025 delays reported across multiple countries

Airports across Europe reported 416 cancellations and 1,025 delays, with impacts spanning the UK, Greece, Hungary, Germany and Turkey. Major hubs such as Amsterdam Schiphol, Paris Charles de Gaulle, London Heathrow and Gatwick, Frankfurt, Madrid, Rome and others recorded notable disruption. Affected airlines include Pegasus Airlines, easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways, Air France, KLM and more. The disruption is ongoing, with no stated cause or end date.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Cancellations

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Six European airlines cancel 89 flights; London, Paris, Dubai among key hubs hit

Six European carriers canceled 89 flights, with British Airways (40) and Air France (24) most affected. Disruptions center on key hubs including London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Dubai International, Zurich, Helsinki, and Madrid-Barajas. Europe–Middle East routes such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Tel Aviv, Beirut, and Amman experienced repeated cancellations. Additional impacts include London Gatwick services and Dubai World Central. Passengers are advised to check airline channels for status updates, rebooking, and refunds, and to retain receipts for potential reimbursement.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Middle East flight upheaval: 1,402 cancellations and 77 delays across key Gulf hubs

A widespread disruption across Middle East hubs has led to 1,402 flight cancellations and 77 delays. The largest impacts are at Dubai, Doha, Tel Aviv, Bahrain and Abu Dhabi. Affected airlines include Qatar Airways, Etihad, Emirates, Flydubai, Gulf Air and Oman Air. Passengers are experiencing missed connections and limited rebooking options. Travelers are advised to monitor flight status and work with airlines for rebooking or refunds.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Middle East airspace closures trigger widespread flight cancellations and suspensions

Airlines canceled, suspended, or diverted flights after multiple Middle Eastern countries closed airspace following strikes on Iran starting 28 February 2026. Dubai International Airport halted operations, with significant disruption also reported in Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Riyadh. Daily cancellations ran into the hundreds and thousands, with high rates in Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE. Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad were among the most affected carriers. Limited services began to resume by 3–4 March, while many routes remain paused and rebooking and refund options are in place.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Cancellations

Air France extends suspension of Tel Aviv, Beirut, Dubai and Riyadh flights to 5 March

Air France has prolonged its suspension of services to Tel Aviv, Beirut, Dubai and Riyadh through 5 March 2026 due to security concerns and widespread Middle Eastern airspace restrictions. The airline first halted these routes on 1 March 2026 following sudden airspace closures and is acting in coordination with French and European aviation authorities. Advisories from DGAC and EASA include avoiding Tehran and Baghdad FIRs and exercising caution in Damascus, Beirut and Tel Aviv FIRs. KLM separately paused Dammam, Dubai and Riyadh until 9 March.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Delays

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Gulf hub closures disrupt Asia–Europe travel as airlines reroute and fares rise

Closures affecting transit through Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi are disrupting Asia–Europe travel. Airlines are rerouting services, demand has shifted to alternative hubs, and economy fares have risen markedly. Gulf carriers face operational paralysis, while Singapore Airlines has adjusted schedules. Seat availability on routes such as Hong Kong–London and Sydney–London is extremely limited, with prices far above recent norms. Rebooking activity has jumped as travelers seek alternatives via China, Singapore or Turkey.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Cancellations

Dhaka airport cancels 27 flights amid Middle East airspace closures

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka canceled 27 flights as of 11:45 a.m. on March 1, 2026, following temporary airspace closures by Bahrain, Kuwait, Dubai, and Qatar. The disruption left hundreds of passengers, including migrant workers, business travelers, Umrah pilgrims, and transit passengers, stranded in Dhaka.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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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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Cancellations

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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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Cancellations

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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Cancellations

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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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