Published on
September 17, 2025
Travel chaos has gripped major airports across Europe as British Airways (13 cancellations), Air France (3 cancellations), KLM (12 cancellations), and Brussels Airlines (4 cancellations) have cancelled over 40 flights today, leaving travellers stranded in the UK, France, Netherlands, Belgium, and several other countries. This widespread disruption has affected routes to and from key destinations such as London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Brussels, with thousands of passengers facing delays and cancellations.
The cancellations have been attributed to a variety of operational issues, including staff shortages, weather disruptions, and logistical challenges. Major hubs like London Heathrow (LHR), Paris Orly (ORY), Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), and Brussels Airport (BRU) have been significantly impacted, with travellers left scrambling for alternative arrangements. Flights from cities including Rio de Janeiro, Austin, Copenhagen, Munich, New York, and more have been affected, causing delays and cancellations that stretch across international routes.
Passengers are advised to check with their airlines for updates and explore rebooking options to mitigate the impact of these disruptions on their travel plans.
British Airways Flight Cancellations
British Airways has announced 13 cancellations today, affecting several international routes. These cancellations span flights from various destinations, including Rio de Janeiro, Austin, Copenhagen, Munich, and more, to and from London Heathrow. Passengers planning to travel on these flights will need to seek alternative arrangements. Below is a detailed table of today’s cancellations:
Flight No.Aircraft TypeOriginDestinationScheduled Departure TimeBAW248B77LRio de Janeiro/Galeao Intl (GIG)London Heathrow (LHR)Tue 17:00 -03BAW186B788Austin-Bergstrom Intl (KAUS)London Heathrow (LHR)Tue 22:25 CDTBAW811A320Copenhagen (CPH)London Heathrow (LHR)Wed 07:30 CESTBAW950A20NLondon Heathrow (LHR)Munich Int’l (MUC)Wed 09:05 BSTBAW175B77WLondon Heathrow (LHR)John F Kennedy Intl (KJFK)Wed 10:10 BSTBAW143B789London Heathrow (LHR)Indira Gandhi Int’l (DEL)Wed 10:35 BSTBAW951A20NMunich Int’l (MUC)London Heathrow (LHR)Wed 13:00 CESTBAW588A320London Heathrow (LHR)Linate (LIN)Wed 12:05 BSTBAW780A320London Heathrow (LHR)Stockholm-Arlanda (ARN)Wed 13:45 BSTBAW589A320Linate (LIN)London Heathrow (LHR)Wed 16:05 CESTBAW781A320Stockholm-Arlanda (ARN)London Heathrow (LHR)Wed 18:10 CESTBAW1316A320London Heathrow (LHR)Aberdeen (ABZ)Wed 18:10 BSTBAW328A319London Heathrow (LHR)Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG)Wed 18:25 BSTKLM Flight Cancellations
KLM has announced 12 flight cancellations today, affecting various routes from several European cities to Amsterdam Schiphol. The cancellations include flights from cities like Portland, Goteborg, Poznań, and Toronto. Passengers scheduled to travel on these routes should check with KLM for alternative arrangements and rebooking options. Below is a table detailing the affected flights:Flight No.Aircraft TypeOriginDestinationScheduled Departure TimeKLM615B789Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Portland Intl (KPDX)Wed 10:35 CESTKLM1234E190Goteborg (GOT)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 14:25 CESTKLM1334E75LPoznań-Ławica (POZ)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 14:25 CESTKLM1306E190Gdansk Lech Walesa (GDN)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 14:30 CESTKLM1922E190Zurich (ZRH)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 14:30 CESTKLM928B738Edinburgh (EDI)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 13:30 BSTKLM904E295Inverness (INV)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 13:35 BSTKLM1356B738Václav Havel Airport (PRG)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 14:40 CESTKLM1143E75LAmsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Dublin Int’l (DUB)Wed 19:50 CESTKLM1144E75LDublin Int’l (DUB)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 20:55 ISTKLM616B789Portland Intl (KPDX)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 13:25 PDTKLM692A333Toronto Pearson Int’l (CYYZ)Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)Wed 16:45 EDT
Brussels Airlines Flight Cancellations
Brussels Airlines has announced four flight cancellations today, affecting routes from Conakry, Blaise Diagne, and New York to Brussels. Travelers booked on these flights should contact Brussels Airlines for rebooking and further assistance. Below is a summary of the affected flights:
Flight No.Aircraft TypeOriginDestinationScheduled Departure TimeBEL206A333Conakry Int’l (CKY)Blaise Diagne (DSS)Tue 19:25 GMTBEL206A333Blaise Diagne (DSS)Brussels (BRU)Tue 21:50 GMTBEL502A333John F Kennedy Intl (KJFK)Brussels (BRU)Tue 18:20 EDTBEL277A333Brussels (BRU)Kotoka Int’l (ACC)Wed 12:20 CESTAir France Flight Cancellations
Air France has announced three cancellations today, affecting several domestic and international routes. These cancellations impact flights from Boston to Paris, and from Nice and Toulouse to Paris Orly. Passengers affected by these cancellations should contact Air France for rebooking options and further assistance. Below is a table summarizing the canceled flights:Flight No.Aircraft TypeOriginDestinationScheduled Departure TimeAFR331A359Boston Logan Intl (KBOS)Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG)Wed 22:30 EDTAFR6201A320Nice Cote d’Azur (NCE)Paris Orly (ORY)Thu 06:55 CESTAFR6206A320Paris Orly (ORY)Nice Cote d’Azur (NCE)Thu 09:15 CEST
Flight Cancellations By Other airlines
There have been several cancellations across different airlines today. Norwegian Air Shuttle has announced two cancellations, while KLM Cityhopper also had two cancellations. Norwegian Air Shuttle continues to experience operational disruptions, with additional flights impacted. Passengers affected by these cancellations are advised to contact the respective airlines for rebooking and further updates.
Conclusion
The widespread flight cancellations by British Airways, Air France, KLM, and Brussels Airlines have left thousands of travellers stranded, disrupting journeys to key destinations like London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Brussels. With over 40 flights cancelled across multiple routes, passengers are facing significant delays and operational challenges. While the reasons for the disruptions range from staff shortages to logistical issues, affected travellers are encouraged to reach out to their airlines for assistance and rebooking options. As the situation continues to unfold, passengers are urged to stay informed and flexible to minimize the impact on their travel plans.
