On June 30, 2026, severe thunderstorms impacted flight operations at two of the UK’s busiest airports, London Heathrow and Gatwick, resulting in more than 900 flights being grounded. The weather disruption affected both arrivals and departures, leading to significant delays and cancellations throughout the day.
These intense summer storms brought widespread travel challenges to the London area, forcing airport authorities to adjust schedules and ground numerous flights for safety reasons. The disruptions affected thousands of passengers traveling through these major hubs in the UK, causing considerable inconvenience amid the severe weather conditions.
