Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Italy, UK, Spain, Morocco and Germany Amid Travel Dilemma as Ryanair Abandons Passengers across Milan, London, Alicante, Marrakesh, Berlin and more with 8 Cancellations and 478 Delays, All You Need to Know Now
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October 30, 2025
On 29th October, 2025, the reality of air travel hit hard across multiple continents. A travel dilemma has unfolded for passengers as Ryanair confirms substantial network disruptions. The core problem? A stunning number of delays—478 in total—coupled with 8 cancellations. Operational reports show a sweeping impact from Italy, through the UK, down to Spain, across the Mediterranean to Morocco and up to Germany. Passengers were suddenly abandoned and left navigating a chaotic morning. Major travel hubs are feeling the pinch. Specifically, operations across Milan, London, Alicante and Marrakesh, along with Berlin and more, have faced this widespread turbulence. This is a crucial story for every traveler. The operational statistics reveal a difficult day for the airline’s schedule. The events of the day paint a challenging picture for the budget carrier.
Eight specific Ryanair flights (RYR) were confirmed to have been abandoned. The list of cancellations provides a clear picture of the routes impacted and the operational times affected. Six of the eight cancelled flights were scheduled to originate from a single hub: Malpensa International Airport (MXP / LIMC). The aircraft types involved were primarily the Boeing 737-800 (B738), with one cancellation attributed to the newer Boeing 737 MAX 8 (B38M).
The earliest cancellation, flight RYR2756 (B738), was scheduled for a Wednesday morning departure at 06:45 AM CET from Malpensa Int’l (MXP) to London Stansted (STN / EGSS). The disruption continued through midday, with two cancellations, RYR1423 and RYR8894, both B738s departing Malpensa (MXP) for Alicante (ALC / LEAL) and Menara Int’l (RAK / GMMX), respectively. The latest cancellation noted was flight RYR4561 (B38M), which was scheduled to depart Malpensa (MXP) for Cagliari-Elmas (CAG / LIEE) at 09:30 PM CET.
The cancellation data reveals a heavy focus on routes connecting to and from Italy. Six of the eight cancelled flights involved Malpensa Int’l (MXP / LIMC) as either the origin or destination.
The international routes severed by the cancellations include:
- Malpensa Int’l, Italy to London Stansted, UK (RYR2756)
- Malpensa Int’l, Italy to Alicante, Spain (RYR1423)
- Malpensa Int’l, Italy to Menara Int’l, Morocco (RYR8894)
- Valencia, Spain to Malpensa Int’l, Italy (RYR7471)
- Malpensa Int’l, Italy to Berlin-Brandenburg, Germany (RYR161)
Furthermore, three domestic Italian routes were affected:
- Palese Macchie, Italy to Malpensa Int’l, Italy (RYR277)
- Malpensa Int’l, Italy to Palese Macchie, Italy (RYR278)
- Malpensa Int’l, Italy to Cagliari-Elmas, Italy (RYR4561)
The cancellation of reciprocal flights by Ryanair, such as RYR277 and RYR278 between Malpensa and Palese Macchie, suggests that the removal of a single aircraft from service was the probable cause of the route’s immediate suspension in both directions.
Delays
While the number of outright cancellations by Ryanair was held to eight, the impact of operational distress was far more pervasive across the network. A total of 478 flights were subjected to delays, representing 18% of the carrier’s scheduled operations on the day in question. This figure signifies that one in every five flights was delayed. This widespread issue across the network ensures that the total number of passengers whose travel plans were disrupted extends far beyond those directly affected by the eight cancellations, as four hundred and seventy-eight delayed flights would have impacted a significantly larger proportion of the passenger base.
A total of seven airports spanning five countries were directly involved in the eight cancelled flights, with Malpensa Int’l (MXP) serving as the most critically affected hub. The airports impacted by the cancellations were:
The sheer volume of delays (478) implies that operational issues were not confined to these seven airports but were experienced across the airline’s entire operational sphere.
The concentration of disruptions by Ryanair, at a major Italian gateway, Milan Malpensa and the links to popular tourist destinations such as Alicante, Marrakesh and Cagliari, draws attention to the potential implications for local tourism. Cancellations and delays are known to hinder the smooth flow of visitor traffic, which is crucial for the economic vitality of these regions. Routes connecting Italian cities (Milan, Bari, Cagliari) were severely impacted, while international links to the UK (London), Spain (Alicante, Valencia), Morocco (Marrakesh) and Germany (Berlin) were also nullified. It is widely understood that any reduction in air connectivity, particularly during peak travel times, can place strain on the accommodation, transport and leisure sectors in the destination cities, consequently affecting the tourist experience and local revenues.
Passengers whose journeys were disrupted by either the cancellation of the eight listed flights or the extensive network delays are advised to proceed with immediate action. It is imperative that affected individuals check the status of their flights directly through the airline’s official communication channels. Specific notification regarding re-routing options or information concerning the application for a refund should be sought promptly. All passengers impacted by these operational failures are encouraged to securely document all correspondence and transaction details related to their booking, as this evidence is critical when seeking resolution for the inconvenience experienced.
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