Severe thunderstorms affecting the London area on June 30, 2026, prompted numerous flight cancellations at Heathrow and Gatwick airports. These weather disruptions have significantly impacted airport operations throughout the day.
Approximately 40,000 passengers have been left stranded as a result of the cancellations, unable to depart from or arrive at the affected airports. The ongoing weather-related issues have also led to considerable delays in addition to the cancellations.
