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Disruptions Weekly Overview

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Dublin

~ 4,236 Flights affected

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London

~ 4,235 Flights affected

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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

~ 250 Flights affected

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West Palm Beach

~ 250 Flights affected

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Sarasota

~ 250 Flights affected

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Fort Myers

~ 250 Flights affected

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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

~ 4 Flights affected

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La Palma

~ 4 Flights affected

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Málaga

~ 4 Flights affected

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Lanzarote

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El Hierro

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Santa Cruz De Tenerife

~ 4 Flights affected

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Las Palmas

~ 4 Flights affected

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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

~ 4 Flights affected

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Valverde

~ 4 Flights affected

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New York

~ 1 Flights affected

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Dallas

~ 1 Flights affected

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Newark

~ 1 Flights affected

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Cancellations

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34 flights canceled at Dhaka amid Middle East airspace closures

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka canceled 34 international flights on Mar 5 as regional airspace closures in the Middle East continued. Since Feb 28, cumulative cancellations at Dhaka reached 210 over six days. Carriers impacted on Mar 5 included Qatar Airways, Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways, Air Arabia, Emirates, US‑Bangla Airlines, Gulf Air, and flydubai. Chattogram’s Shah Amanat International Airport reported 11 cancellations the same day, with a five-day total of 219 cancellations across both airports since Feb 28. Passengers are advised to verify flight status with their airline before traveling.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Europe travel disruption: 283 delays and 82 cancellations across key hubs on 4 March 2026

Europe’s air travel faced widespread disruption on 4 March 2026, with 283 delayed and 82 cancelled flights. Impacts were concentrated at London Gatwick, Amsterdam Schiphol, Barcelona, Athens International and Copenhagen. easyJet reported 51 delays and 4 cancellations, while KLM logged 34 delays and 5 cancellations. Other carriers, including Lufthansa, Iberia and Finnair, saw minimal delays and no cancellations. Passengers were advised to monitor live updates as airports and airlines adjusted schedules and managed longer waits and rebookings.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Middle East airspace curbs disrupt flights; Dubai, Doha and Tel Aviv affected

Airspace restrictions and closures across parts of the Middle East have led to widespread flight cancellations, delays and reroutes. Key hubs in Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv cut operations, with knock-on effects at major transit points including London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt, Amsterdam Schiphol, Istanbul, Delhi and Mumbai. More than 11,000 flights have been canceled or disrupted and over one million travelers affected. Airlines including Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways and several global carriers adjusted schedules, while repatriation and charter efforts are underway.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Europe: 217 flights canceled and 806 delayed on 5 March 2026 across major hubs

Europe experienced widespread air travel disruption on 5 March 2026, with 217 cancellations and 806 delays across major airports in England, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland. Heathrow reported 43 cancellations and 113 delays, Gatwick 14 and 139, and Schiphol 31 and 98. Airlines impacted included easyJet, British Airways, Emirates, Etihad, KLM, Air France, Lufthansa and Swiss. Travelers were advised to monitor flight status, contact airlines for rebooking, and review policies on alternative travel and compensation.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Europe flight disruption: delays and cancellations after Middle East airspace closures

Europe experienced widespread flight disruption on 1–2 March, with nearly 950 delays and at least 265 cancellations reported on 2 March. Knock-on effects from Middle East airspace closures led to reroutes, longer flight times, and crews and aircraft out of position. Disruptions were concentrated in the UK, Germany, Spain, and Nordic countries, affecting hubs such as Frankfurt, Madrid-Barajas, Barcelona–El Prat, and Stockholm-Arlanda. Airlines including Finnair, British Airways, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Iberia, and Scandinavian Airlines adjusted schedules, with airports advising passengers to monitor flight status closely.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Frankfurt Airport weather causes 93 delays and 15 cancellations on 5 March 2026

Adverse winter weather on 5 March 2026 disrupted operations at Frankfurt Airport, leading to 93 delayed and 15 canceled flights. Snow, ice, and reduced visibility affected runway and turnaround activity, with knock-on effects reported at multiple hubs. Airlines impacted included Lufthansa, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, El Al, Air India, SriLankan Airlines, ANA, Brussels Airlines, Air China, Condor, China Cargo, Lufthansa CityLine, and Cathay Pacific. Under EU rules, passengers are entitled to care, though compensation may not apply when caused by severe weather.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Ben Gurion Airport reports 104 cancellations and 1 delay amid security-related airspace limits

Ben Gurion International Airport confirmed 104 flight cancellations and 1 delay today due to airspace restrictions and security directives issued by aviation authorities. Disruptions involve multiple airlines, including El Al, Emirates, and Lufthansa, affecting routes linked to Tel Aviv, Europe, and the Middle East. Passengers are advised to avoid traveling to the airport until further notice, use official airline and airport channels for updates, and consider rebooking or refunds where offered. Authorities plan a phased resumption of operations once conditions allow.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

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Delays and cancellations at Paris Charles de Gaulle affect multiple airlines

Passengers at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport are experiencing ongoing disruption with both delays and cancellations across several major airlines, including Air France, El Al, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and British Airways. Reported figures include 131 delays and 28 cancellations, while aggregated data also cites 14 cancellations (2% of traffic) and 72 delays (12%). The disruption has left many travelers stranded and rebooking. Airlines are providing assistance such as rerouting or refunds, and European passenger protections may apply in eligible cases.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Delays and Cancellations

Istanbul Airport disruption on 5 March: widespread delays and some cancellations linked to Middle East airspace limits

On 5 March 2026, passengers at Istanbul Airport faced extensive schedule changes as boards showed 101 delays and 13 cancellations. Airlines reporting disruption included Emirates, Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, FlyDubai, Aeroflot, Azerbaijan Airlines and Turkish Airlines. The situation was linked to Middle Eastern airspace restrictions tied to military activity and temporary corridor closures, which created knock-on delays and some cancellations across routes. Travelers were urged to monitor official flight trackers and use airline “Manage Booking” tools for rebooking and refunds.

Matteo FlorisMar 5, 2026

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Cancellations

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Bali waives overstay fines as flights to Middle East are canceled

Flights from Bali to destinations including Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi have been canceled since 28 February 2026, leaving travelers stranded. Indonesian immigration has activated emergency measures under Circular Letter No. IMI‑590.GR.01.01 of 2025, waiving overstay fines and offering same-day Emergency Stay Permits (ITKT) at Ngurah Rai Immigration. Applicants must present their passport, an airline cancellation letter, and proof of the canceled ticket. Helpdesks operate at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport and the Immigration Office in Jimbaran, with leniency at exit checks for documented cancellations.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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Delays

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Rerouted long‑haul flights resume: added time and tech stops on India–Europe/US routes

Major India–Europe and North America services have restarted using alternative flight paths that avoid conflict‑affected airspace. Air India, Emirates, Qatar Airways and British Airways are operating longer routings, with some flights requiring fuel stops and adding 60–120 minutes. Airlines are adjusting schedules and routings over the Red Sea and the Mediterranean, while avoiding Iran, Iraq and Syria. Hotel demand is rising in cities such as Dubai, London and Paris due to delays and missed connections. Travelers should monitor flight status and consider flexible hotel bookings.

Matteo FlorisMar 4, 2026

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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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