On June 29, 2026, severe thunderstorms resulted in significant flight disruptions at Heathrow Airport and nearby Gatwick Airport. The intense weather conditions forced numerous flights to be cancelled and caused delays across multiple domestic and international services.
Thousands of passengers experienced extended wait times, with many left stranded in terminals as airlines suspended or postponed departures and arrivals amid deteriorating storm conditions. Overall, more than 900 flights were reported to have been affected across both airports due to the storm-related disruption.
