Major Flight Disruptions at Heathrow and Gatwick Amid Thunderstorms
On June 28, 2026, over 900 flights experienced disruptions at London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports. The widespread delays and cancellations have affected passenger schedules significantly at both major airports.
The disruption followed a severe weather event that abruptly ended the earlier UK heatwave. Thunderstorms swept through the region, prompting operational challenges that led to the extensive flight delays and cancellations throughout the day.
