Published on December 16, 2025
The aviation industry, often a reliable mode of transportation, has faced significant turbulence recently as three major airlines—KLM, Pegasus, and Air France—experience widespread flight cancellations due to adverse weather conditions. Passengers in several countries are facing immense challenges as the flights are grounded, with some left stranded at airports. The ongoing disruptions are creating ripples across the tourism sector, with notable impacts on airports, routes, and local economies. This detailed analysis delves into the cancellations by these airlines, the affected regions, the reasons behind the cancellations, and the wider implications for passengers and the tourism industry.

Key Data on Flight Cancellations: KLM, Pegasus, and Air France

• KLM: The Dutch airline, known for its extensive global network, has been hit hard by bad weather, leading to several cancellations across its European routes.
• Pegasus Airlines: Based in Turkey, Pegasus has experienced delays and cancellations due to thunderstorms and strong winds affecting its operations.
• Air France: The French airline has also faced disruptions, particularly in regions impacted by snowstorms and heavy rainfall.

Total Cancellations and Airlines Affected

• KLM: 13 cancellations
• Pegasus: 7 cancellations
• Air France: 14 cancellations

The Plight of Passengers: Stranded and Frustrated

The recent flight cancellations have left passengers stranded at various airports, some of them waiting for hours, while others have been forced to change their travel plans entirely. For travelers, such disruptions mean missed connections, rescheduled flights, and added financial costs. For families, business professionals, and tourists eager to reach their destinations, the delays are especially burdensome. Many have also expressed frustration due to the lack of timely communication from airlines and unclear rebooking options.

Flight Cancellations: Airline-Specific Breakdown

Below are the flight details of the cancellations from KLM, Pegasus, and Air France:

KLM Cancellations

Ident	Type	Origin	Destination	Scheduled Departure Time

KLM1780

E295

Berlin-Brandenburg (BER / EDDB)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Mon 04:40PM CET

KLM1013

E295

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

London Heathrow (LHR / EGLL)

Mon 04:55PM CET

KLM1328

E295

Krakow Int’l (KRK / EPKK)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Mon 05:50PM CET

KLM1014

E295

London Heathrow (LHR / EGLL)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Mon 06:00PM GMT

KLM1330

E75L

Krakow Int’l (KRK / EPKK)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Mon 07:40PM CET

KLM1331

E295

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Krakow Int’l (KRK / EPKK)

Mon 09:15PM CET

KLM1322

E295

Krakow Int’l (KRK / EPKK)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Tue 06:10AM CET

KLM1215

E295

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Stockholm-Arlanda (ARN / ESSA)

Tue 07:05AM CET

KLM983

E190

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

London City (LCY / EGLC)

Tue 09:35AM CET

KLM913

E295

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Aberdeen (ABZ / EGPD)

Tue 09:55AM CET

KLM1216

E295

Stockholm-Arlanda (ARN / ESSA)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Tue 09:55AM CET

KLM984

E190

London City (LCY / EGLC)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Tue 10:10AM GMT

KLM914

E295

Aberdeen (ABZ / EGPD)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM)

Tue 11:05AM GMT

Pegasus Cancellations

Ident	Type	Origin	Destination	Scheduled Departure Time

PGT816

A321

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int’l (SAW / LTFJ)

Erbil Int’l (EBL / ORER)

Mon 11:05PM +03

PGT656

A321

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int’l (SAW / LTFJ)

Baghdad Int’l (BGW / ORBI)

Mon 11:55PM +03

PGT818

A321

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int’l (SAW / LTFJ)

Erbil Int’l (EBL / ORER)

Tue 01:05AM +03

PGT817

A321

Erbil Int’l (EBL / ORER)

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int’l (SAW / LTFJ)

Tue 03:25AM +03

PGT657

A321

Baghdad Int’l (BGW / ORBI)

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int’l (SAW / LTFJ)

Tue 04:45AM +03

PGT819

A321

Erbil Int’l (EBL / ORER)

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int’l (SAW / LTFJ)

Tue 05:10AM +03

PGT955

A321

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int’l (SAW / LTFJ)

Geneva Cointrin Int’l (GVA / LSGG)

Tue 09:55AM +03

Air France Cancellations

Ident	Type	Origin	Destination	Scheduled Departure Time

AFR149

B772

Murtala Mohammed Int’l (LOS / DNMM)

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Mon 11:45PM WAT

AFR137

A359

Chicago O’Hare Intl (KORD)

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Mon 05:30PM CST

AFR1066

BCS3

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Amerigo Vespucci (Florence) (FLR / LIRQ)

Tue 07:20AM CET

AFR1067

BCS3

Amerigo Vespucci (Florence) (FLR / LIRQ)

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Tue 10:00AM CET

AFR6106

A320

Paris Orly (ORY / LFPO)

Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS / LFBO)

Tue 10:10AM CET

AFR6111

A320

Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS / LFBO)

Paris Orly (ORY / LFPO)

Tue 12:10PM CET

AFR1104

A319

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Leonardo da Vinci Int’l (Fiumicino Int’l) (FCO / LIRF)

Wed 09:45AM CET

AFR1566

BCS3

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Amerigo Vespucci (Florence) (FLR / LIRQ)

Wed 12:50PM CET

AFR1105

A319

Leonardo da Vinci Int’l (Fiumicino Int’l) (FCO / LIRF)

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Wed 12:55PM CET

AFR1504

A320

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Leonardo da Vinci Int’l (Fiumicino Int’l) (FCO / LIRF)

Wed 01:20PM CET

AFR1178

A321

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Naples Int’l (Capodichino) (NAP / LIRN)

Wed 01:45PM CET

AFR1567

BCS3

Amerigo Vespucci (Florence) (FLR / LIRQ)

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Wed 03:30PM CET

AFR1505

A320

Leonardo da Vinci Int’l (Fiumicino Int’l) (FCO / LIRF)

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Wed 04:30PM CET

AFR1179

A321

Naples Int’l (Capodichino) (NAP / LIRN)

Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG)

Wed 04:55PM CET

Key Airports Affected by Flight Cancellations

KLM

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS / EHAM): As one of the busiest international hubs in Europe, Schiphol has been significantly impacted by the cancellations, with travelers heading to destinations across Europe and beyond experiencing delays and disruptions.
• London Heathrow (LHR / EGLL): A major point of connection between Europe and the rest of the world, Heathrow saw multiple flights cancelled, causing a domino effect on connecting flights.
• Krakow Int’l (KRK / EPKK): Krakow, a popular destination in Poland, had several flights affected, particularly on routes to and from Amsterdam, causing delays for both business and leisure travelers.
• Stockholm-Arlanda (ARN / ESSA): Arlanda Airport, a key Swedish hub, was part of the disruption, with passengers on connecting flights to Amsterdam facing major delays.

Pegasus

• Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Int’l (SAW / LTFJ): A critical gateway for flights between Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen Airport was severely affected, with numerous cancellations in and out of the airport.
• Erbil Int’l (EBL / ORER): Flights to and from Erbil, a major city in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, were disrupted, affecting both business and international travelers.
• Baghdad Int’l (BGW / ORBI): Flights from Baghdad were cancelled due to the bad weather conditions, stranding passengers bound for both domestic and international destinations.
• Geneva Cointrin Int’l (GVA / LSGG): Geneva’s airport, an important hub for travelers connecting to the rest of Europe, faced cancellations, particularly on routes to Istanbul.

Air France

• Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG / LFPG): As France’s busiest airport, Charles de Gaulle saw major disruptions, with a series of cancellations affecting flights bound for both European and international destinations.
• Murtala Mohammed Int’l (LOS / DNMM): Flights from Nigeria’s busiest airport, Murtala Mohammed, were impacted, leaving travelers heading to France and beyond stranded.
• Paris Orly (ORY / LFPO): Orly Airport, serving many domestic and international routes, was also affected, with delays and cancellations particularly on routes to other parts of Europe.
• Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS / LFBO): Toulouse, a key city for both business and tourism, saw its airport heavily impacted by the flight disruptions.
• Leonardo da Vinci Int’l (FCO / LIRF): Rome’s Fiumicino Airport faced cancellations, particularly from flights arriving from Paris.
• Naples Int’l (NAP / LIRN): Naples, a popular Italian destination, was affected by cancellations to and from Paris, frustrating many travelers hoping to visit this historic city.

Key Areas Affected by Flight Cancellations

KLM

• Northern Europe (Netherlands, Germany, United Kingdom): KLM’s cancellations had a considerable impact on Northern Europe, especially in countries like the Netherlands, Germany, and the UK. Flights from major cities like Amsterdam, London, and Berlin were delayed or canceled, affecting both local and international travel.
• Eastern Europe (Poland, Sweden): Passengers traveling between Amsterdam and cities like Krakow and Stockholm were particularly affected. The disruptions created a ripple effect, impacting travelers headed to Eastern Europe and beyond.

Pegasus

• Turkey (Istanbul, Erbil, Baghdad): As a Turkish carrier, Pegasus’ operations out of Istanbul, as well as its flights to and from Baghdad and Erbil, were significantly affected by weather conditions. Passengers were left stranded at the airports due to the cancellations and the unpredictable weather.
• Switzerland (Geneva): Geneva’s airport faced cancellations on flights connecting with Istanbul, causing frustration for travelers heading to and from Switzerland.

Air France

• France (Paris, Toulouse, Florence): Paris, being a key hub for Air France, witnessed disruptions that affected many flights, particularly to and from Florence and Toulouse.
• Italy (Rome, Naples): Italy was also heavily impacted by the cancellations, especially in Rome and Naples, as passengers trying to reach or depart from these cities faced considerable delays.
• United States (Chicago): As a long-haul destination, Chicago saw multiple cancellations of flights from Paris, disrupting the travel plans of many North American and European travelers.

Affected Routes and Cities

KLM

• Amsterdam – London (LHR / EGLL): This high-frequency route, which serves as a major connection between two of Europe’s most visited cities, was significantly impacted, with cancellations stranding both business and leisure travelers.
• Amsterdam – Krakow: Krakow, a growing cultural and tourist hub, saw disruptions with several flights from Amsterdam cancelled, delaying travelers keen on visiting Poland.
• Krakow – Amsterdam: The reverse route from Krakow to Amsterdam was equally affected, leading to major disruptions for those looking to catch connecting flights across Europe.
• Stockholm – Amsterdam: Stockholm, one of Scandinavia’s most important business cities, saw delays from flights departing for Amsterdam, causing missed connections for travelers.

Pegasus

• Istanbul – Erbil: Pegasus’ flight route between Istanbul and Erbil was affected, particularly due to the weather in both locations, making it difficult for passengers to travel between these two key Middle Eastern cities.
• Istanbul – Baghdad: Flights from Istanbul to Baghdad, a popular route for business and diplomatic travelers, were canceled, leaving many passengers in limbo.
• Erbil – Istanbul: The return route from Erbil to Istanbul also suffered, with cancellations adding to the frustration of passengers already impacted by earlier disruptions.
• Baghdad – Istanbul: Baghdad’s critical air link to Istanbul was interrupted, causing problems for travelers trying to connect to Europe or other destinations.
• Istanbul – Geneva: Flights between Istanbul and Geneva were canceled, causing significant inconvenience for travelers moving between Turkey and Switzerland.

Air France

• Paris – Florence: Florence, a key destination for cultural tourism, saw disruptions due to canceled flights from Paris. Tourists heading to Florence were particularly affected during the busy travel seasons.
• Florence – Paris: Flights from Florence to Paris were also impacted, with some travelers missing out on connecting flights from Paris to other European cities.
• Paris – Toulouse: Toulouse, a key hub for aerospace and high-tech industries, was hit by canceled flights, affecting both business and tourism travelers.
• Toulouse – Paris: The return route between Toulouse and Paris also suffered disruptions, with many travelers left stranded due to the cancellations.
• Paris – Naples: Flights from Paris to Naples were heavily affected, with many tourists unable to reach Italy’s beautiful southern city, leading to cancellations of hotel bookings and tour reservations.
• Naples – Paris: Similarly, the return route from Naples to Paris was disrupted, causing further delays for tourists and business travelers alike.

Impact on Passengers: The Hardships of Flight Cancellations

The flight cancellations have had a severe impact on travelers, especially those who had made plans to visit important business hubs or tourist attractions. The frustration of passengers stranded in airports or forced to change their travel schedules at the last minute is significant. Many have missed crucial connections, business meetings, or sightseeing opportunities, leading to financial losses and emotional stress. For those traveling for leisure, the experience has been particularly disheartening, as vacations are often limited to specific dates, and missed connections can ruin carefully planned itineraries.

The Ripple Effect on Local Tourism

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Flight cancellations disrupt not just the immediate travel plans of passengers but also have a long-term effect on local economies. In regions like Paris, Amsterdam, Istanbul, and Florence, tourism forms a critical part of the economy. Local hotels, restaurants, and attractions face cancellations or fewer visitors, resulting in lost revenue. Additionally, some travelers are forced to rebook flights, either at higher prices or on different dates, further impacting their travel experience. Despite the frustration caused by cancellations, this also highlights the need for better contingency plans and communication strategies from airlines.

Turning the Tide: How the Tourism Industry Can Recover

The tourism industry is resilient, and from the challenges of flight cancellations, there are opportunities for growth and improvement. Airlines, airports, and local tourism authorities must collaborate to improve contingency planning, provide clear communication to passengers, and ensure smoother experiences for travelers. With the right strategies in place, the industry can bounce back stronger, turning the adversity of flight cancellations into a foundation for future improvements.

Moving Forward

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The disruptions caused by flight cancellations and delays have undoubtedly posed significant challenges, but they also offer valuable insights for the future. By fostering better coordination between airlines, airports, and tourism boards, the industry can reduce the impact of such events moving forward. Emphasizing real-time flight tracking, enhancing communication systems, and streamlining rebooking processes are key steps in improving the passenger experience during disruptions. To mitigate the financial strain on travelers, the tourism sector must adopt more flexible policies, ensuring that passengers are supported and protected. With these improvements, the tourism industry can emerge more resilient, better equipped to handle unforeseen challenges, and continue to thrive in the face of adversity.

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