Widespread Flight Delays and Cancellations Affect Thousands Across Europe
Significant flight disruptions have struck Europe, with 113 cancellations and 1,828 delayed flights affecting thousands of passengers and major airlines such as Air France, Swiss, KLM, and EasyJet. Multiple airports in cities like Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen have reported widespread operational issues, stranding travelers and interrupting plans as operations struggle to recover.
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Europe is currently experiencing major travel chaos as severe flight disruptions sweep across the region. Multiple countries, including Hungary, Switzerland, Malta, Portugal, and France, are dealing with extensive operational challenges at their airports. The disruption has led to a reported 113 flight cancellations and as many as 1,828 delays, stranding thousands of passengers at various airports.
Key airlines have been impacted, including Air France, Swiss, KLM, and EasyJet, with many travelers in key Nordic cities such as Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen facing significant challenges. The reasons for these delays and cancellations remain unclear, as the underlying cause has not been explicitly detailed.
Travelers have been forced to deal with extended waiting times and rearranged travel plans, as airport operations adjust to the volume of impacted flights. With such widespread disruption, airports and airlines are working to restore normalcy as quickly as possible, but the scale of cancellations and delays indicates that the effects will be felt for some time.
Passengers are advised to stay in close contact with their airlines for real-time updates and alternative travel arrangements as the situation evolves.
Know your rights
When your flight's disrupted, you have rights. Most passenger protection laws cover the following:
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, your airline must provide an alternative. Some laws say you can choose a full refund instead.
Food and essential care
Providing food and drinks is a basic right under many regulations. Typically after a delay of a few hours.
Accommodation
Some passenger rights say the airline must provide accommodation when your journey is delayed overnight.
Compensation
Good passenger rights ensure passengers get fairly compensated for delays and cancellations. Try our compensation check and find out how much money we can get you.
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:
Unknown
Compensation:
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected:
1941
Status:
Current disruption
Airlines affected:
Air France, Swiss, KLM, EasyJet
Airports affected:
Stockholm, Oslo, Copenhagen
Checked by:
Matteo Floris
Date updated:
30 December 2025