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- Guangzhou Baiyun, Tokyo Haneda, and Singapore Changi see 3,320 flight disruptions
Guangzhou Baiyun, Tokyo Haneda, and Singapore Changi see 3,320 flight disruptions
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Checked by Josh Arnfield
Last updated on 14 May 2026
3,320
Affected flights
9
Affected airports
9
Affected airlines
Disruption overview
Asian aviation is facing widespread disruption on 14 May 2026, with 3,320 flights delayed or canceled across hubs including Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Tokyo Haneda Airport, Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, and Singapore Changi Airport. The biggest pressure is in China, where aircraft rotation problems and scheduling irregularities are adding to delays and cancellations, while China Eastern, Air China, Japan Airlines, and All Nippon Airways are among the carriers under the most strain.
Because the disruption appears to be linked to internal airline operations rather than weather, passengers on eligible EU-origin or EU-bound flights may have rights under EC 261. If your flight was canceled at short notice or delayed by more than 3 hours, you could be entitled to up to £520 compensation.
Passengers affected by this flight disruption may be eligible for compensation of up to £520 under passenger rights regulations.
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Disruption details
Asian aviation is facing widespread disruption on 14 May 2026, with 3,320 flights delayed or canceled across major hubs in China, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. For passengers, that has meant missed connections, longer layovers, and long waits in departure halls from Guangzhou to Tokyo.
The heaviest concentration is in China. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has recorded 380 delays and 55 cancellations, while Shanghai Pudong International Airport has logged 188 delays and 27 cancellations. Authorities have pointed to aircraft rotation problems and scheduling irregularities at Beijing Capital International Airport and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport as the main trigger, suggesting the disruption is tied to airline operations rather than weather or another external event.
Some of the biggest airport impacts so far include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport: 380 delays and 55 cancellations.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport: 188 delays and 27 cancellations.
Tokyo Haneda Airport: 289 delays.
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport: 129 delays and 8 cancellations.
Singapore Changi Airport: 104 delays.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport: 12 cancellations, the highest total outside China.
Japan's usually reliable network has also been hit hard. Tokyo Haneda Airport, one of the region's busiest gateways, has logged 289 delays, and Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways together account for more than 250 of them. The disruption has also created knock-on problems at Osaka Itami Airport as aircraft and crews fall out of position.
In Southeast Asia, the pressure hasn't let up. Kuala Lumpur International Airport has the highest cancellation total outside China with 12, Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport has 129 delays and 8 cancellations, and Singapore Changi Airport has 104 delays despite its reputation for efficiency. AirAsia, Lion Air, and Garuda Indonesia are trying to steady schedules, while asking travelers to watch mobile app alerts closely and be ready for rerouting.
The airline-level impact is also significant. China Eastern has recorded 305 delays, while Air China has logged 57 cancellations, giving those two airlines a combined 362 disrupted flights. Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, and several short-haul low-cost carriers are also under pressure as they work to recover aircraft rotations and keep rebooking options open.
There still isn't a firm end time for the disruption. Airlines are prioritizing aircraft repositioning and trying to keep key rebooking options open, but authorities and airport operators are already urging travelers to consider only essential travel until schedules stabilize. No injuries or safety incidents have been reported, but thousands of passengers are still facing long waits and uncertainty across the region.
Because the disruption appears to stem from internal operational problems, passengers on eligible EU-origin or EU-bound flights operated by one of these airlines may have rights under EC 261. If your flight was canceled at short notice or arrived more than 3 hours late, you could be entitled to up to £520 compensation, depending on your route and circumstances. If your flight is canceled, the airline should also offer rerouting or a refund, and during long delays it should provide care such as food, refreshments, and accommodation if you need to stay overnight. If you want to see whether your flight qualifies, you can check your compensation with AirHelp in just 2 minutes.
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 £520 compensation
Passengers whose flights were canceled or delayed over 3 hours may be entitled to financial compensation ranging up to £520 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 check-in and boarding times.
Quick facts
Summary
Disruption
Delays and Cancellations
Cause
Other
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
Could be eligible for up to £520 compensation
Flights affected
3320
Airlines affected
China Eastern Airlines, Air China, Cathay Pacific Airways, Japan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, AirAsia, Lion Air, Garuda Indonesia, All Nippon Airways
Airports affected
Baiyun, Pudong International Airport, Tokyo Haneda Airport, Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Singapore Changi International Airport, Beijing Capital International Airport, Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, Osaka Itami Airport
Cities affected
Guangzhou, Shanghai, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Singapore, Beijing, Hangzhou, Osaka
Countries affected
China, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia
Start date
2026-05-14
Checked by
Josh Arnfield
Date updated
14 May 2026
What to do if your flight is delayed, canceled, or overbooked
If you're traveling to, from, or within the European Union, here's what you should do when you experience a disruption.
Gather evidence that your flight was delayed, cancelled, or overbooked.
Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the disruption and the reason behind it.
Request an alternative flight to your destination — or a refund if you no longer wish to travel.
Make a note of the arrival time at your final destination.
Ask the airline to provide vouchers for meals and refreshments.
Avoid signing documents or accepting offers that may waive your passenger rights.
If an overnight stay is required, ask the airline to provide accommodation.
Save receipts for any additional expenses caused by the disruption.
