On June 29, 2026, London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports experienced significant operational disruptions, with more than 900 flights affected. The disruptions took place throughout the day, impacting air traffic at two of the UK’s busiest airports.
Severe Weather Grounds Flights
Widespread thunderstorms in the London area were identified as the primary cause behind the disruption. The intense weather conditions severely impacted airport operations at Heathrow and Gatwick, creating challenges for air traffic management and ground handling teams.
These weather conditions resulted in a combination of flight delays and cancellations across both airports. The disruptions affected numerous flights scheduled for departure and arrival, grounding aircraft
and limiting airport capacity.
Effects on Passengers
The severe thunderstorms led to widespread delays and cancellations that directly affected passenger travel plans. Those traveling through Heathrow and Gatwick on June 29 faced extended waiting times and uncertainty as flights were unable to operate as planned. The continuing adverse weather conditions have caused operational difficulties extending throughout the day.
