On 11 November 2026, 222 flights were cancelled at Lisbon and Faro airports as severe weather linked to Storm Charles impacted operations. The cancellations included both departures and arrivals, primarily at Humberto Delgado Airport in Lisbon.
Flight Cancellations at Lisbon and Faro Airports
Lisbon’s Humberto Delgado Airport recorded 208 flight cancellations by 9:20 am on 11 November. These comprised 108 departures and 100 arrivals. Faro Airport accounted for the remaining 14 cancellations, split evenly with 7 departures and 7 arrivals disrupted.
Advance Warnings from ANA Ahead of Storm Charles
ANA, the airport management authority, issued early warnings forecasting operational disruptions and flight cancellations at Lisbon, Faro, and Madeira airports due to the anticipated impact of
Storm Charles. The notification aimed to prepare operators and travelers for the storm-related disturbances expected to peak during the day.
Storm Charles’ Impact on Flight Operations
The cancellations stemmed directly from the weather conditions associated with the Charles depression. The storm’s uneven intensity across the network resulted in Lisbon experiencing notably more cancellations than Faro. The simultaneous disruption of arrivals and departures at Lisbon led to significant displacement of aircraft and flight crews, affecting schedules beyond the local airports.
Impact on Passengers and Operators
The cancellations at Lisbon and Faro caused substantial disruptions to travel plans. ANA’s early announcement of anticipated flight cancellations allowed airlines and passengers to adjust schedules in
advance. The 222-count of cancelled flights was recorded early on 11 November and was subject to updates as the storm progressed.
