Published on
November 5, 2025
Thousands of travelers have been stranded across Europe, including Belgium, Poland, Italy, UK, Netherlands, Germany, as Brussels, LOT, ITA, British, KLM, Lufthansa face 72 cancellations and 760 delays at major airports like Brussels, Warsaw, Rome, Manchester, Amsterdam, Frankfurt and more. The widespread disruptions have severely impacted flights across Europe, with Brussels Airlines alone contributing to 42 cancellations. Travelers are facing significant delays at airports such as Brussels, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Manchester, causing widespread frustration. The ripple effect has extended to key routes, leading to longer travel times and uncertainty for passengers. As airports like Warsaw Frederic Chopin and London Heathrow experience growing delays, passengers are left scrambling to find alternative routes, amplifying the disruption across the continent. With high volumes of affected flights, the situation continues to evolve, leaving thousands of travelers in limbo.
European Airlines Cancellation and Delay Overview
The total cancellations and delays for the listed European airlines have amounted to 72 cancellations, representing 25% of flights, and 760 delays, accounting for 231% of the total number of delayed flights. The data reflects significant operational disruptions across various carriers, with Brussels Airlines leading the cancellations with 42 flights, and Vueling Airlines recording the highest delay percentage at 41%. While some airlines such as Finnair, ITA, and Pegasus Airlines experienced minimal cancellations, others like Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa had notable delays, highlighting the varying operational impacts across the sector.
AirlineCancelled (#)Cancelled (%)Delayed (#)Delayed (%)Brussels Airlines42129428KLM516918easyJet417119Finnair20227ITA20217LOT Polish Airlines212014Scandinavian Airlines Ireland21109Braathens Regional Airways2143Virgin Atlantic25411Turkish Airlines1014418Lufthansa109518British Airways204816Vueling Airlines232641SAS202510Pegasus Airlines1010712Total7225760231Total Cancellations and Delays by European Airports (By Origin)
The total cancellations across the listed European airports amounted to 54, with Brussels Airport (BRU) leading with 34 cancellations, representing 12% of its flights. Frankfurt International (FRA) followed with 4 cancellations. When it comes to delays, a total of 370 flights were delayed, with Munich International (MUC) having the highest delay percentage at 14%. Brussels Airport also recorded the highest number of delayed flights, with 34 delays, while Manchester (MAN) saw delays affecting 39 flights, a significant 17% of its operations. The data showcases varying levels of disruption across major European hubs.AirportCodeCancellations (#)Cancellations (%)Delays (#)Delays (%)BrusselsBRU34123412Frankfurt Int’lFRA407812CopenhagenCPH40235Amsterdam SchipholAMS307010London HeathrowLHR30558Munich Int’lMUC206514ManchesterMAN203917Malpensa Int’lMXP203611
Total Cancellations and Delays by European Airports (By Destinations)
Across the listed European airports, a total of 55 cancellations were recorded, with Brussels Airport (BRU) leading at 27 cancellations, accounting for 10% of its flights. The delays totaled 393, with Frankfurt International (FRA) contributing the highest number at 54 delays. Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) faced the highest delay percentage at 20%, while Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG) had the lowest cancellation rate at 0%. Overall, the data reflects various levels of operational disruption, with some airports like London Heathrow (LHR) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (MAD) experiencing relatively lower cancellations and delays.
AirportIATA CodeCancelled (#)Cancelled (%)Delayed (#)Delayed (%)BrusselsBRU2710124CopenhagenCPH51184Frankfurt Int’lFRA40548London HeathrowLHR40507Warsaw Frederic ChopinWAW312020Charles de Gaulle/RoissyCDG20812Adolfo Suárez Madrid-BarajasMAD216711Amsterdam SchipholAMS20619Leonardo da Vinci Int’l (Fiumicino Int’l)FCO204610Zurich (Kloten)ZRH20298MalagaAGP222812Total5517393105Affected Routes
Several major European routes have experienced significant disruptions, with Brussels, Frankfurt, and London Heathrow being the most impacted airports. Delays and cancellations affected numerous domestic and international connections, particularly those with high passenger volumes, resulting in extended travel times and inconvenience for passengers.
Thousands of travelers are stranded across Europe, including Belgium, Poland, Italy, UK, Netherlands, Germany, as major airlines like Brussels, LOT, ITA, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa face 72 cancellations and 760 delays. Disruptions are widespread, affecting airports like Brussels, Warsaw, Rome, Manchester, Amsterdam, Frankfurt.
Conclusion
Thousands of travelers have been stranded across Europe, including Belgium, Poland, Italy, the UK, Netherlands, and Germany, due to significant disruptions caused by Brussels Airlines, LOT Polish, ITA Airways, British Airways, KLM, and Lufthansa. With 72 cancellations and 760 delays at major airports like Brussels, Warsaw, Rome, and others, the ripple effect of these operational issues continues to create chaos for passengers. The widespread nature of these disruptions highlights the ongoing challenges faced by airlines and airports, leaving thousands of travelers in limbo as they navigate alternative routes and rescheduled flights. The impact is felt not just at the affected airports but across the entire European travel network.
