On June 30, 2026, severe thunderstorms resulted in substantial disruption at London’s two busiest airports, Heathrow and Gatwick. Over 900 flights were cancelled, leading to approximately 40,000 passengers being stranded as air traffic operations were significantly affected throughout the day.
The disruptions at these key European travel hubs were directly linked to the severe weather conditions that halted flight activity. Both Heathrow and Gatwick airports, located in London, United Kingdom, experienced widespread cancellations that have left thousands of travelers unable to continue their journeys.
