Published on November 3, 2025
Travelers across Europe, including the UK, Switzerland, France, and the Netherlands, are facing widespread disruptions as British Airways, Swiss, Air France, and KLM experience over 1324 delays and 36 cancellations at major airports like London Heathrow, Zurich, Paris Charles de Gaulle, and Amsterdam Schiphol. The travel chaos has left many passengers stranded or facing long delays, with high volumes of cancellations affecting both short and long-haul flights. Airports across the continent are struggling to manage the surge in affected travelers, especially with disruptions extending to popular routes between major European hubs and African destinations. The situation has become a travel nightmare, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by European airlines in maintaining smooth operations.
European Airlines Flight Cancellations and Delays Summary
The total data for European airlines reflects a significant number of flight disruptions across various carriers. In total, 36 flights were cancelled, contributing to 1324 delays. The cancellations make up a small portion of the overall figures, but delays, especially on airlines like easyJet, Pegasus, and Virgin Atlantic, have had a more notable impact. While some airlines, such as Air Iceland Connect, reported zero delays despite a higher cancellation rate, others like easyJet experienced substantial delays across numerous flights. This table illustrates the breakdown of cancellations and delays by airline, along with the overall total at the bottom.
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| Airline | Cancelled (#) | Cancelled (%) | Delayed (#) | Delayed (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | 2 | 0 | 118 | 16 |
| KLM | 2 | 0 | 96 | 14 |
| Air France | 2 | 0 | 89 | 13 |
| Swiss | 2 | 0 | 52 | 18 |
| Brussels Airlines | 2 | 1 | 45 | 23 |
| SAS | 2 | 0 | 37 | 5 |
| Finnair | 2 | 0 | 23 | 7 |
| Braathens Regional Airways | 2 | 1 | 9 | 6 |
| Air Iceland Connect | 2 | 22 | 0 | 0 |
| easyJet | 1 | 0 | 375 | 20 |
| Pegasus Airlines | 1 | 0 | 136 | 44 |
| Lufthansa | 1 | 0 | 125 | 13 |
| Vueling Airlines | 1 | 0 | 75 | 11 |
| Aer Lingus | 1 | 0 | 22 | 10 |
| S7 Airlines | 1 | 0 | 21 | 7 |
| Cityjet | 1 | 0 | 13 | 10 |
| Virgin Atlantic | 3 | 4 | 11 | 14 |
| WestJet Encore | 2 | 1 | 39 | 23 |
| UTair | 2 | 1 | 35 | 23 |
| Scandinavian Airlines Ireland | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| SAS Link | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 36 | 0.5 | 1324 | 15.2 |
European Airport Flight Cancellations and Delays Overview
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The data for European airports reveals some flight disruptions across major international hubs. London Heathrow (LHR) saw 2 cancellations and 128 delays, with delays making up 19% of its operations. Charles de Gaulle (CDG) in France also experienced 2 cancellations and 82 delays, contributing to 13% of delayed flights. Copenhagen (CPH), however, had a significantly higher delay percentage, with 34 delays, making up 52% of its total operations. While cancellations remained low across all three airports, the impact of delays varied, particularly at Copenhagen.
| Airport | IATA Code | Country | Cancelled (#) | Cancelled (%) | Delayed (#) | Delayed (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Heathrow | LHR | United Kingdom | 2 | 0% | 128 | 19% |
| Charles de Gaulle/Roissy | CDG | France | 2 | 0% | 82 | 13% |
| Copenhagen | CPH | Denmark | 2 | 3% | 34 | 52% |
European Airport Flight Cancellations and Delays Report
The flight data for major European airports shows varied disruptions across different regions. Charles de Gaulle (CDG) in France had 3 cancellations and 119 delays, with delays comprising 18% of its operations. London Heathrow (LHR) recorded the same number of cancellations (3), but with fewer delays, totalling 87, which represents 12% of its flights. Stockholm-Arlanda (ARN) in Sweden also saw 3 cancellations, but with relatively lower delays of 37, making up 9% of its total flights. Zurich (ZRH) in Switzerland had 2 cancellations and 68 delays, with delays contributing to 17% of its flights.
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| Airport | IATA Code | Country | Cancelled (#) | Cancelled (%) | Delayed (#) | Delayed (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charles de Gaulle/Roissy | CDG | France | 3 | 0% | 119 | 18% |
| London Heathrow | LHR | United Kingdom | 3 | 0% | 87 | 12% |
| Stockholm-Arlanda | ARN | Sweden | 3 | 0% | 37 | 9% |
| Zurich (Kloten) | ZRH | Switzerland | 2 | 0% | 68 | 17% |
Affected International Routes
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Several international routes have been disrupted due to recent cancellations. Flights between Amsterdam, Dar es Salaam, and Kilimanjaro International, as well as connections from Zurich to London and Paris, were affected. Additionally, routes between Brussels, Nairobi, and various African cities, including Roberts International, also faced cancellations. Long-haul flights from Sydney to Singapore and several African capital connections to Europe were also impacted, causing significant disruption for travelers across these regions.
Travelers across Europe, including the UK, Switzerland, France, and the Netherlands, face disruptions as British Airways, Swiss, Air France, and KLM report over 1324 delays and 36 cancellations across airports like London, Zurich, Paris, and Amsterdam due to operational issues.
Conclusion: Widespread Travel Disruptions Across Europe
Travelers across Europe, including the UK, Switzerland, France, and the Netherlands, continue to face significant disruptions as British Airways, Swiss, Air France, and KLM contend with over 1324 delays and 36 cancellations at major airports like London, Zurich, Paris, and Amsterdam. These disruptions, caused by a mix of operational challenges, have led to widespread passenger frustration. The situation highlights the ongoing difficulties European airlines face in maintaining smooth operations, leaving many travelers isolated and stranded as they navigate the travel chaos.
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