Flight Cancellations and Delays Disrupt Travel Across Europe, Affecting Ryanair, Vueling, Air France, KLM, British Airways
Significant flight disruptions have hit Europe, with 199 cancellations and 4,217 delays impacting leading airlines such as Ryanair, Vueling, Air France, KLM, and British Airways. Passengers in Ireland, Spain, France, the Netherlands, and the UK face challenges at major airports including Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Amsterdam, and Manchester. Thousands of travelers have been affected across the region.
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Travel across Europe has been impacted due to widespread disruptions affecting some of the region's largest carriers. Notable airlines experiencing operational difficulties include Ryanair, Vueling, Air France, KLM, and British Airways. The disruptions have resulted in 199 canceled flights and 4,217 delays.
The affected regions span multiple countries, with major disruption reported at prominent airports such as Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Amsterdam, and Manchester. Thousands of passengers have found their travel plans interrupted, leading to extended waits and logistical challenges as airlines work to accommodate travelers.
The incident has led to significant inconvenience for passengers across Ireland, Spain, France, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, many of whom may be eligible for assistance or compensation depending on the specific circumstances of their disrupted flights.
The scope of the event underscores the need for travelers to remain informed about their rights and to seek support from airlines as appropriate.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights:
When your flight's disrupted, you may be entitled to various forms of care and compensation under EC 261 and other applicable laws.
Up to €600 compensation
Passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed over 3 hours may be entitled to financial compensation ranging from €250 to €600 per person. Check your flight.
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, your airline must provide an alternative. You may also get a full refund if you no longer wish to travel.
Care and assistance
Your airline must provide food and refreshments if your journey is delayed more than a few hours.
Accommodation
If you are away from home and your journey is delayed overnight, the airline must offer you accommodation and transportation to it.
Communication
Under EC 261 you are entitled to 2 phone calls or emails if your journey is delayed over 1 hour.
This advice is provided to help you if your flight is delayed or canceled. However, the exact care and compensation you are entitled to will depend on your specific circumstances and flight.
Always follow the directions of your airline, particularly with regard to times you must present yourself for check-in and boarding.
Quick facts
Disruption:
Delays and Cancellations
Cause:
Other
Compensation:
Could be eligible for €250 - €600 compensation
Flights affected:
4400
Status:
Current disruption
Airlines affected:
Ryanair, Vueling, Air France, KLM, British Airways
Airports affected:
Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Amsterdam, Manchester
Checked by:
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated:
November 28, 2025