Nationwide Strike to Severely Impact Air Travel Across Belgium on October 14

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt・October 13, 2025

On October 14, Belgium will face a nationwide strike set to heavily disrupt air travel. The strike is expected to ground flights and cause widespread delays at airports throughout the country. While the exact number of affected flights and airlines is not specified, passengers planning to travel to or within Belgium on this date should prepare for potential cancellations and disruptions resulting from the strike.

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Belgium is bracing for major air travel disruptions as a nationwide strike is scheduled to take place on October 14. The industrial action is expected to bring significant delays and result in grounded flights at airports throughout the country. Passengers are urged to prepare for widespread interruptions to their travel plans, as the strike is likely to affect both domestic and international flight operations.

While specific airlines and the exact airports impacted are not detailed, the scale of the disruption suggests substantial interruptions across Belgium’s entire air travel sector. Flight schedules are expected to be altered, with possible cancellations and delays arising from staff walkouts and related strike actions. Travellers should keep a close eye on updates from airlines and airports regarding their scheduled journeys.

Given the magnitude of the strike and the broad warning about possible delays, it is advisable for passengers to check their flight status frequently and consider alternative travel arrangements where possible. Both leisure and business travelers flying to, from, or within Belgium on October 14 could encounter significant inconveniences due to the industrial action.

Authorities are monitoring the situation, but the disruption is confirmed for October 14, prompting concerns about the ripple effect on air travel operations beyond Belgian borders. Those affected should anticipate further announcements from airlines or airports for more precise details on flights and airport operations as the strike date approaches.

Know your rights

These are your air passenger rights:
When your flight is delayed over 3 hours or canceled without proper notice, you may be entitled to care, assistance, and up to €600 per person in compensation, depending on the laws that apply to your flight route.

Compensation for delay or cancellation
Under EU Regulation 261/2004 and UK 261, passengers are entitled to €250 – €600 for delays of 3+ hours, last-minute cancellations, or denied boarding, if the airline is responsible (for example, technical issues or crew shortage).

Always check which regulation applies based on your flight’s origin, destination, and operating airline.

Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, the airline must offer an alternative flight or a full refund if you choose not to travel.

Care and assistance
If you’re waiting at the airport due to a long delay, your airline must provide meals and refreshments.

Accommodation
If the disruption causes an overnight delay, you are entitled to free hotel accommodation and transport to it.

Communication
You have the right to two free phone calls or emails if your delay exceeds one hour.

Quick facts

Disruption:

Delays and Cancellations

Cause:

Other strike

Compensation:

Could be eligible for €250 - €600 compensation