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Flight Disruptions Impact Thousands in Africa as Multiple Airlines Cancel and Delay Services
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Checked by Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Last updated on 27 October 2025
173
Affected flights
5
Affected airports
4
Affected airlines
What Happened
Significant flight disruptions have occurred across South Africa, Morocco, Algeria, and Ivory Coast, affecting major cities like Johannesburg, Casablanca, Abidjan, Cape Town, and Marrakech. Multiple airlines, including Air Côte d’Ivoire, Royal Air Maroc, easyJet, and Saudia, canceled 23 flights and delayed 150, impacting numerous travelers. The disruption is ongoing, and passengers are advised to check with their airlines for updates.
Passengers affected by this flight disruption may be eligible for compensation of up to £520 under passenger rights regulations. Eligibility depends on the circumstances of the disruption.
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Flight Disruption Details
A significant wave of flight disruptions has struck several African countries, with passengers grounded in South Africa, Morocco, Algeria, and Ivory Coast. Key airports in Johannesburg, Casablanca, Abidjan, Cape Town, and Marrakech have seen extensive service interruptions. Affected airlines include Air Côte d’Ivoire, Royal Air Maroc, easyJet, Saudia, and others.
A total of 23 flights have been canceled, while an additional 150 flights have been delayed, leading to widespread inconvenience for travelers. The situation is reported to be ongoing, and the cause for these disruptions has not been detailed. Travelers flying with the affected airlines are experiencing uncertainty and should remain in close contact with their respective carriers for the latest information.
These service interruptions are affecting both domestic and international routes, resulting in operational bottlenecks for carriers and logistical challenges for airports. Details on the number of passengers affected remain unclear, but given the scale of the delays and cancellations across several major cities and airlines, the impact is significant. Passengers should monitor updates and advisories as airlines work to resolve issues and resume normal operations.
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
Summary
Disruption
Delays and Cancellations
Cause
Unknown
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
May qualify for compensation
Flights affected
173
Airlines affected
Air Côte d’Ivoire, Royal Air Maroc, easyJet, Saudia
Airports affected
Johannesburg, Casablanca, Abidjan, Cape Town, Marrakech
Checked by
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated
27 October 2025
What To Do If Your Flight Is Cancelled
If you're traveling to or from the European Union, here's what to do when your flight is unexpectedly scrubbed:
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.
