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Dublin

~ 4,236 Flights affected

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London

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Paris

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Frankfurt

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Milan

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Düsseldorf

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Berlin

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Manchester

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Hamburg

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Dusseldorf

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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Boston

~ 1,310 Flights affected

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Madrid

~ 415 Flights affected

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Barcelona

~ 414 Flights affected

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Figueres

~ 414 Flights affected

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Fort Lauderdale

~ 250 Flights affected

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Jacksonville

~ 250 Flights affected

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Key West

~ 250 Flights affected

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Miami

~ 250 Flights affected

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Orlando

~ 250 Flights affected

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Sanford

~ 250 Flights affected

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Pensacola

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West Palm Beach

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Sarasota

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Fort Myers

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Tampa

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Sarasota/Bradenton

~ 250 Flights affected

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Brussels

~ 140 Flights affected

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Santiago De Compostela

~ 8 Flights affected

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Tenerife

~ 4 Flights affected

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Gran Canaria

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La Palma

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Málaga

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Lanzarote

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El Hierro

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Santa Cruz De Tenerife

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Las Palmas

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Granadilla De Abone

~ 4 Flights affected

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Santa Cruz De La Palma

~ 4 Flights affected

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Malaga

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Valverde

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New York

~ 1 Flights affected

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Dallas

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Newark

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Delays and Cancellations

Newark Liberty Airport delays and cancellations disrupt 306 flights on 20 May

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) saw major disruption on 20 May 2026, with 284 delayed flights and 22 cancellations affecting 306 flights in total. United Airlines was the most exposed carrier at Newark, while American Airlines, Republic Airways, and Jazz Aviation operating Air Canada Express services were also caught up as delays spread through peak connection periods and hit routes including St. Louis, Kansas City, and Toronto. Because the disruption was linked to weather and air-traffic flow restrictions, cash compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but passengers may still be entitled to rebooking, refunds, and care during long delays or overnight disruption.

Enter Author NameMay 21, 2026

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American Airlines flight AA 2772 diverts to Dallas Fort Worth instead of Austin

American Airlines flight AA 2772 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport diverted to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on 21 May 2026 after the crew said operational constraints made an Austin landing impossible at the scheduled time. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 landed safely at 10:04 pm, around 40 minutes after its planned arrival, but the trip ended in Dallas, leaving passengers to deal with late-night onward travel, missed plans, and possible overnight accommodation. Because the flight stayed within the United States and American has only described the issue as operational constraints, any compensation will depend on what triggered the diversion, though passengers should still expect timely information, rebooking, and practical care during a longer delay.

Enter Author NameMay 21, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Over 3,000 US flights disrupted as delays spread across major hubs

By early afternoon on 21 May 2026, 3,046 flights within, into, or out of the United States had been disrupted, including 659 cancellations and 2,387 delays. New York, Chicago, Dallas, Boston, Miami, Nashville, and Phoenix were among the worst-hit areas, with delays at LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport helping push disruption deeper into the network. Because the main trigger appears to be weather-related, compensation is usually unlikely. Airlines should still help affected passengers with rebooking or refunds and practical care during long waits, and AirHelp's free flight checker can help you understand what may apply to your journey.

Enter Author NameMay 21, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

LaGuardia sinkhole closes runway and disrupts around 400 flights

A sinkhole beside Runway 4/22 at LaGuardia Airport forced the closure of one of the airport's two runways on 20 May 2026, and by early evening on 21 May the disruption had grown to around 400 flights across cancellations and delays. With thunderstorms also reducing capacity across the New York area, airlines were left working through a single runway, and delays spread to JFK and Newark. Compensation is unlikely for most domestic US trips because the problem was caused by airport infrastructure, not the airline. Even so, carriers should still offer rebooking or refunds and care during long waits, and you can use AirHelp's free flight checker if your trip included an EU-operated segment that may fall under EC 261.

Enter Author NameMay 21, 2026

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Storms force DFW ground stop and disrupt 850 flights, hitting American Airlines

Severe thunderstorms forced departing flights to stop at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field on 20 May 2026, disrupting around 850 flights over two days and hitting American Airlines especially hard at its biggest hub. Passengers faced long lines, missed connections, and baggage delays as lightning, low clouds, and flash-flood conditions made departures unsafe. Because the disruption was weather-related, cash compensation under EC 261 is unlikely on affected EU-origin or EU-destined flights, but airlines should still provide care such as rebooking or refunds, meals, and hotel stays during overnight delays.

Enter Author NameMay 21, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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London Heathrow records 111 delays and 5 cancellations across British Airways, Emirates, Kuwait Airways, and TAP Air Portugal

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) recorded 111 delays and 5 cancellations on 19 May 2026, disrupting flights operated by British Airways, Kuwait Airways, Emirates, and TAP Air Portugal across several terminals and on both departures and arrivals. Routes linked to New York, Lisbon, Dubai, and Kuwait City were among those affected as late inbound aircraft, crew limits, and tight runway and gate capacity fed into wider schedule problems through the day. For passengers, that meant long waits, missed onward connections, and rebooking queues at the airport. Because the disruption appears tied to operational factors rather than one obvious extraordinary event, some travelers on routes covered by EC 261 may have rights to care and, in certain cases, compensation, but each case will depend on the reason recorded for the individual flight.

Carmina DavisMay 20, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Dallas-Fort Worth storms trigger 666 cancellations and 4,601 delays across the US

A wave of severe thunderstorms over North Texas on 20 May 2026 triggered ground stops at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and spread disruption across the US flight network. By publication time, 666 flights had been canceled and 4,601 delayed, with Dallas-Fort Worth, Dallas Love Field, Chicago O'Hare, Orlando, and Miami among the hardest-hit airports. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Delta Air Lines were all affected, and some delays were expected to continue into early 21 May 2026 while crews and aircraft were repositioned. Because the disruption was weather-related, compensation is unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking or refunds and provide care if you're left waiting.

Carmina DavisMay 20, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Bad weather disrupts 1,437 flights at Heathrow, Gatwick, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Schiphol, Oslo Airport, and Madrid-Barajas

Bad weather caused widespread disruption across Western and Northern Europe on 20 May 2026, with serious problems at London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Oslo Airport, and Madrid-Barajas Airport. A total of 58 flights were canceled and 1,379 were delayed, with Scandinavian Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, British Airways, and Lufthansa among the airlines hit hardest. For passengers, that meant long waits, changing departure times, missed connections, and fewer rebooking options as aircraft and crews fell out of position across the region. Because the disruption was driven by weather and air traffic control restrictions, compensation under EC 261 is unlikely in most cases, but that doesn't remove the airline's duty to provide care such as meals, accommodation, and rebooking support.

Carmina DavisMay 20, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Major United States hubs see 6,862 flight delays and cancellations

A nationwide wave of weather-related disruption hit major United States airports on 18 May 2026, affecting 6,862 flights in total. Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Denver International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and New York’s main airports were among the worst affected, with knock-on problems reaching Nashville, Detroit, Boston, and Miami. Many passengers faced long lines, missed connections, and overnight stays as delays built through the day. Because weather and air traffic restrictions were the main cause, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide rebooking, refunds where relevant, and care during long waits.

Josh ArnfieldMay 19, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Storms and air traffic control restrictions disrupt 1,464 flights at 8 major airports in China

Severe storms and air traffic control flow restrictions disrupted 1,464 flights across 8 major airports in China on 17 May 2026, including Shenzhen, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Beijing, Kunming, Zhengzhou, and Zhuhai. The breakdown included 108 cancellations and 1,356 delays, with carriers such as Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Lucky Air, and China Express Airlines among the hardest hit, and disruption continued into 18 May. Because the problems were driven by weather and airspace restrictions outside the airlines’ control, compensation under EC 261 is generally unlikely for flights covered by that law, but airlines should still provide care and assistance such as rebooking, refreshments, and accommodation where needed.

Josh ArnfieldMay 19, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Edinburgh Airport delays and cancellations affect 13 flights on 17 December

Morning operations at Edinburgh Airport were disrupted on 17 December 2025, with 13 affected flights across arrivals and departures involving British Airways, Loganair, easyJet, United Airlines, and Air France. British Airways was hit hardest, including canceled Heathrow services in both directions, while other delays affected routes linking Edinburgh with London, Southampton, Paris, and Washington during the morning and early afternoon. No single cause was confirmed, so whether compensation applies will depend on what led to the disruption. If the problem was within the airline's control, some passengers may have a claim under EC 261, and if not, airlines should still provide care and assistance.

Josh ArnfieldMay 19, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

LATAM, GOL, and Azul see 168 flights disrupted across Brazil

Brazil's busiest airports were disrupted on 18 May 2026 after severe weather, congestion, and operational pressure forced airlines to trim schedules. A total of 25 flights were canceled and 143 were delayed at São Paulo-Guarulhos, Rio de Janeiro/Galeão, Viracopos, and Tancredo Neves, with LATAM Brasil, GOL Linhas Aéreas, Azul Brazilian Airlines, Azul Conecta, American Airlines, and United Airlines all affected. Because weather appears to have been the main driver, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still provide care such as rebooking or refunds, meals, communication, and accommodation when needed.

Josh ArnfieldMay 19, 2026

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Delays

EU Entry/Exit checks cause 3-hour delays as 100 easyJet passengers miss flight

New EU Entry/Exit checks are causing waits of up to 3 hours at some European airports just as the May half-term holiday approaches. The worst congestion is being reported in Spain, Portugal, France, and Italy, and in April more than 100 easyJet passengers missed a flight from Milan Linate Airport to Manchester Airport after getting stuck at passport control. The biometric system, which was stepped up on 10 April 2026, requires travelers from countries outside the Schengen Area such as the United Kingdom to give fingerprints and a facial photo when they enter. Because the delays come from border procedures rather than airline operations, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, though passengers may still have care and assistance rights if their flight itself is delayed or canceled.

Josh ArnfieldMay 19, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Over 460 flights delayed or canceled at Heathrow and London City

Operations at Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London City Airport (LCY) were badly disrupted on 17 May 2026, with 401 delays and 61 cancellations recorded across the two airports. The disruption left terminals crowded and extended queues at rebooking desks and security checkpoints. British Airways was among the hardest hit at Heathrow, while American Airlines, KLM, and Helvetic Airways were also affected as bad weather and air traffic restrictions slowed flights across southern England. Although cash compensation under EC 261 is unlikely when disruption is caused by issues outside the airline's control, airlines should still provide care and assistance such as meals, rebooking, refunds, or accommodation where needed.

Josh ArnfieldMay 19, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Weather delays 2,359 flights and cancels 90 across major U.S. airports

Air travel across the United States was heavily disrupted on 14 May 2026 after bad weather and congestion hit several major hubs at the same time. By late afternoon, about 2,359 flights were delayed and at least 90 were canceled, affecting roughly 2,449 flights in total, with the biggest problems at Boston Logan International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Because weather and related air traffic restrictions were the main cause, compensation is usually unlikely, but airlines should still help with rebooking, refunds, meals, and accommodation where needed.

Josh ArnfieldMay 15, 2026

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Cancellations

Middle East conflict keeps more than 30 airlines canceling Tel Aviv, Dubai, and Doha flights

As of 15 May 2026, more than 30 airlines were still canceling or rerouting services across the Middle East, with Tel Aviv, Dubai, Doha, Riyadh, and Beirut among the hardest-hit routes after the conflict escalated on 28 February 2026. Major airline groups including Air France, KLM, Lufthansa Group, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, Pegasus Airlines, and Singapore Airlines continue to adjust schedules as they review security conditions. Some carriers are starting to restore limited flights, but many suspensions now stretch into summer or autumn, and several restart dates remain provisional. Because these disruptions are linked to armed conflict and airspace restrictions outside the airline's control, compensation under EC 261 is usually unlikely, but airlines should still offer care such as rebooking or refunds, food and drinks during long waits, and accommodation if you're stranded overnight.

Josh ArnfieldMay 15, 2026

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