On June 27, 2026, thunderstorms over the London area disrupted operations at Heathrow and Gatwick airports, leading to extensive delays for numerous flights. This severe weather event has affected normal airport functioning this morning and afternoon.
Flight Delays and Passenger Impact
As a result of the thunderstorms, hundreds of flights scheduled at these two major London airports have been delayed. Many passengers have been held up on the ground, experiencing wait times of up to six hours before being able to depart or continue their journeys. The disruption has caused significant inconvenience for travellers passing through both Heathrow and Gatwick today.
