Summary: Europe travel disruption has resulted in 118 delayed flights and 15 cancellations across Sweden, Norway, Belgium and the United Kingdom. Major hubs affected include Stockholm-Arlanda, Oslo Gardermoen, Brussels and London Heathrow, with carriers such as Ryanair and Swiss Airlines among those impacted.

Travel disruption in Europe has left thousands of passengers facing delays and cancellations over recent days. Authorities and airlines report a combined total of 118 delayed flights and 15 cancellations across key airports in Sweden, Norway, Belgium and the United Kingdom. Passengers traveling through Stockholm, Oslo, Brussels or London should expect possible hold-ups and check flight status before heading to the airport.

Key affected airports and figures

Four major European airports have reported the bulk of the disruptions. Below are the reported cancellation and delay counts for each airport, which may affect connections and onward travel plans.

  • Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN): Cancelled flights: 4 | Delayed flights: 34
  • Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL): Cancelled flights: 3 | Delayed flights: 26
  • Brussels Airport (BRU): Cancelled flights: 5 | Delayed flights: 21
  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR): Cancelled flights: 3 | Delayed flights: 37

Airlines reporting delays

Several carriers have recorded minor to moderate delays, though most have avoided cancellations in the incidents reported. Passengers should monitor airline communications for real-time updates and rebooking options if needed.

  • Swiss Airlines: Cancelled flights: 0 | Delayed flights: 2
  • Ryanair: Cancelled flights: 0 | Delayed flights: 3
  • Finnair: Cancelled flights: 0 | Delayed flights: 2
  • Lufthansa: Cancelled flights: 0 | Delayed flights: 1
Passengers waiting at a crowded airport departure hall amid flight disruptions in Europe
Crowded departure areas and queues at major European airports during disruption periods

How disruptions are affecting travel plans

Delays — especially at hubs such as London Heathrow and Stockholm-Arlanda — can cascade, leading to missed connections and longer waiting times. Crowded terminals and strained customer service resources add to passenger frustration. Even when cancellations are limited, the number of delayed flights can create significant ripple effects across schedules.

Practical advice for travellers

  • Check flight status frequently via your airline app or airport website before leaving for the airport.
  • Allow extra time for connections — delays at major hubs can cause knock-on effects.
  • Know your rights: delayed or cancelled flights may qualify for compensation, meals or accommodation depending on the circumstances.
  • Consider travel insurance that covers missed connections and long delays.

Source and scope

The disruption overview is based on operational data and airport reports covering the affected airports listed above. While the immediate figures focus on Sweden, Norway, Belgium and the United Kingdom, carriers and airports across Europe continue to manage localized delays and service adjustments.

Why this matters: For travellers, these disruptions underline the importance of planning for contingencies when flying through major European hubs. For the aviation industry, persistent delays increase pressure on operations, customer service and compensation handling.