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- Italian easyJet pilots and cabin crew strike set for 13 June
Italian easyJet pilots and cabin crew strike set for 13 June
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Checked by Alice Mariscotti
Last updated on 11 June 2026
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Disruption overview
Many passengers flying with easyJet in Italy could face delays and cancellations on 13 June 2026, when the airline's Italian-based pilots and cabin crew are due to strike for 18 hours. The disruption may be worse because the same day also brings walkouts by air-traffic-control staff at Verona Villafranca Airport, ground-handling and security staff at Cagliari Elmas Airport, and ground-handling staff at Milan Linate Airport.
If your journey is affected you should know that you can claim up to £520 compensation for delays over 3 hours and cancellations announced less than 2 weeks before departure.
Delays linked to air traffic control or third-party airport staff are less likely to qualify, though care, rerouting, or a refund may still apply.
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
Passengers flying with easyJet in Italy are likely to face delays and cancellations on 13 June 2026, when the airline's Italian-based pilots and cabin crew are due to stop work for 18 hours. The disruption may be worse because several other aviation walkouts are planned for the same day at airports in Verona, Cagliari, and Milan.
For passengers, the easyJet strike could mean last-minute cancellations, longer waits, missed connections, and more pressure on airport services even when a flight still operates.
The main disruptions planned for 13 June are:
easyJet pilots and cabin crew based in Italy are due to strike from 6:00 am until midnight, threatening delays and cancellations across the airline's network.
At Verona Villafranca Airport, ENAV air-traffic-control staff are due to strike over the same 18-hour window, which could affect departures and arrivals for all airlines using the airport, with flights scheduled between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm especially exposed.
At Cagliari Elmas Airport, Sogaer ground-handling and security staff are due to strike from 6:00 am until midnight, while UGL-TA ground personnel plan an additional stoppage from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
At Milan Linate Airport, Sky Service ground-handling staff are due to strike from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm, which could slow turnarounds and baggage processing.
A second strike day is already set for 26 June 2026, when ground-handling staff at every Italian airport are due to walk out for 24 hours.
Italian strike rules do give some protection. Flights scheduled in the protected windows of 7:00 am to 10:00 am and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm must still operate, and ENAC publishes a list of guaranteed flights. Even so, services scheduled between around 10:00 am and 6:00 pm on 13 June face a higher chance of delay or cancellation.
Passengers connecting through Italian airports may also feel the impact beyond the departure board. Baggage transfer, gate turnaround, and airport assistance can all slow down during ground-staff action, so tight layovers will carry more risk even for flights that leave on time.
Flights in Italy are protected by EC 261, Europe's air passenger rights regulation. This means that passengers on delayed or canceled flights must be cared for by their airline. That includes care at the airport, such as food, drinks, and accommodation when needed, and, for cancellations, a choice between rerouting and a refund.
If your easyJet flight is delayed by more than 3 hours or canceled at short notice because of the airline's own crew strike, you may be entitled to up to £520 compensation under EC 261.
If you're affected and want to see what may apply to your flight, you can check your eligibility with AirHelp's free flight checker in just 2 minutes.
Know your rights
These are your air passenger rights
When your flight's disrupted, you have rights. Most passenger protection laws cover the following:
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.
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.
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
Airline strike
Status
Future – confirmed disruption
Compensation
Could be eligible for up to £520 compensation
Airlines affected
easyJet
Airports affected
Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, Olbia, Cagliari,Salerno, Catania, Palermo, Turin, Brindisi, Lamezia Terme, Verona, Naples, Bari, Bologna, Bergamo, Milan Linate, Milan Malpensa, Venice Marco Polo, Villafranca, Elmas Airport, Milano Linate Airport
Cities affected
Verona, Cagliari, Milan, Rome, Naples
Countries affected
Italy
Start date
2026-06-13
End date
2026-06-13
Checked by
Alice Mariscotti
Date updated
11 June 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.
