Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Germany Lufthansa Cancels 22 New Flights and Reports Multiple Delays Affecting Routes from Frankfurt, Munich, London, and More Due to Storm Amy – Everything You Need to Know
Published on
October 4, 2025
Lufthansa has canceled multiple flights on Friday, October 3, 2025, due to severe weather conditions caused by Storm Amy. The storm, which brought intense winds and heavy rain, led to significant travel disruptions across Germany, Ireland, and the UK.
Total Cancellations: 22
Below are the details of the 22 cancellations:
Additionally, several flights were diverted due to the storm’s impact:
- RyanAir Flight from Pisa to Prestwick: The flight was forced to declare an emergency after multiple failed landing attempts at Glasgow Prestwick Airport due to severe conditions. The plane ultimately diverted to Manchester.
- easyJet Flight from London Luton to Aberdeen: The flight had to return mid-journey after being unable to land at Aberdeen Airport due to the storm.
Impact of Storm Amy
Storm Amy, known as Storm Detlef in Germany, is an extratropical cyclone that affected northwestern Europe, including Germany, Ireland, and the UK. The storm brought damaging winds up to 149 km/h (approximately 92 mph) and heavy rain, leading to widespread power outages, flight cancellations, and significant travel disruptions. In Ireland, over 184,000 homes were without power, and Dublin Airport reported the cancellation of 58 flights, with several others diverted to Shannon Airport.
In Scotland, the storm caused severe disruptions, including the collapse of a derelict building in Glasgow due to high winds, widespread power outages, and numerous weather-related incidents reported by Network Rail. Several flights were diverted or canceled, and train services were heavily affected due to blocked and flooded tracks and damaged overhead power lines.
Lufthansa’s Response
Lufthansa has been actively working to manage the disruptions caused by the storm. The airline has been informing passengers about flight changes via email, text message, and the Lufthansa app. In the event of cancellations, Lufthansa is rebooking passengers free of charge and offering refunds for those who choose not to travel. Additionally, passengers may be entitled to compensation under Regulation (EC) No. 261/2004 if their flight was significantly delayed or canceled.
For passengers affected by cancellations, Lufthansa is offering alternative transport options, including the possibility to convert flight tickets into Deutsche Bahn rail tickets on certain routes. The airline is also arranging overnight stays in hotels for passengers whose departures are postponed to the following day. Passengers are advised to check the Lufthansa app or website for the latest updates and to ensure their contact details are up to date.
Key Flight Information:
Conclusion
The widespread flight cancellations and disruptions caused by Storm Amy have significantly impacted travelers across Germany, Ireland, and the UK. Lufthansa is working diligently to assist affected passengers and restore normal operations. Travelers are encouraged to stay informed through official channels and to make necessary arrangements to minimize the impact of the ongoing disruptions.
solurce – FlightAware
