Amsterdam Schiphol reports 16 cancellations and 217 delays on 7 February 2026
By Matteo Floris
Last updated on 9 February 2026
Amsterdam Schiphol experienced operational disruption on 7 February 2026 with 16 flight cancellations and 217 delayed departures. KLM was most affected, reporting 12 cancellations and 103 delays. Other carriers with delays included Transavia, SAS, German Airways, easyJet, British Airways, Air France, Ryanair, Delta, Vueling, and Air Arabia Maroc. Eight delays were linked to U.S. routes. Passengers were advised to monitor airline updates, arrive early, consider rebooking options, and keep travel documentation organized.
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Passengers traveling through Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on 7 February 2026 encountered notable disruption, with the airport registering 16 canceled flights and 217 delayed departures across European and long-haul services.
KLM experienced the largest operational impact, reporting 12 cancellations and 103 delays. Additional cancellations included two flights each from Transavia Airlines and SAS. Delays were also recorded by multiple carriers, including Transavia Airlines (11), SAS (5), German Airways (13), easyJet (9), British Airways (5), Air France (5), Ryanair (5), Delta Air Lines (4), Vueling Airlines (4), and Air Arabia Maroc (4). Among the delays, eight were linked to services operating to or from U.S. destinations.
The disruption affected a broad mix of airlines across different national markets, reflecting the reach of operations through Schiphol. While the article does not specify the cause, the impact extended across both short-haul and long-haul networks, with schedules and connections affected throughout the day.
Passengers were advised to follow airline communications closely for schedule updates and gate changes, arrive earlier than usual to allow for longer processing times, and contact airline staff to review rebooking or refund options. Keeping travel documents organized, reviewing fare rules and change policies, and considering alternative flights or nearby airports were also recommended. For extended delays or cancellations, travelers were encouraged to notify hotels or ground transport providers of possible late arrivals and to review travel insurance for potential coverage.
Given the breadth of affected carriers and the volume of delayed departures, travelers connecting through Amsterdam Schiphol on 7 February 2026 were likely to experience knock-on effects. Monitoring official airline notifications remained the best source of real-time information for confirmed flight status and assistance options.
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Disruption:
Delays and Cancellations
Cause:
Unknown
Compensation:
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected:
233
Status:
Past disruption
Start date:
2026-02-07
Airlines affected:
KLM, Transavia Airlines, SAS, German Airways, easyJet, British Airways, Air France, Ryanair, Delta Air Lines, Vueling Airlines, Air Arabia Maroc
Airports affected:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Checked by:
Matteo Floris
Date updated:
9 February 2026
