Severe thunderstorms on June 28, 2026, led to significant operational disruptions at London Heathrow Airport, causing hundreds of flights to be delayed through the day. The adverse weather conditions affected normal airport functioning, impacting scheduled departures and arrivals.
Travelers at Heathrow experienced lengthy delays, with some passengers stranded for as long as six hours due to the ongoing disruptions. The delays created challenging conditions within the airport as flights were held back amid the storm.
