Flight delays persist at Heathrow and Gatwick airports on June 29 due to early morning thunderstorms. Recovery work is ongoing as travellers face continued disruption today.
Severe thunderstorms on June 29, 2026, led to over 900 flights being grounded at London Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Thousands of passengers faced cancellations and delays as the weather disrupted operations throughout the day.
Severe thunderstorms on June 29, 2026, triggered hundreds of flight cancellations and delays at London Heathrow and Gatwick airports. About 40,000 passengers were affected by the disruptions.