London Gatwick Airport faced significant disruption on June 28, 2026, as thunderstorms affected the region, causing hundreds of flights to be delayed or cancelled. This severe weather event brought an abrupt end to the ongoing UK heatwave and posed major challenges for airport operations.
Delays and cancellations persisted throughout the day, impacting a large number of travellers using Gatwick. Passengers at the airport should be prepared for continued logistical difficulties and delays linked to the storm’s effects.
