Severe Thunderstorms Cause Flight Delays and Cancellations at London Airports
On June 29, 2026, intense thunderstorms affected air travel at Heathrow and Gatwick airports, leading to widespread cancellations and delays. These weather conditions significantly disrupted normal airport operations.
Thousands of Passengers Impacted by Flight Interruptions
More than 900 flights across both Heathrow and Gatwick were disrupted as a result of the severe weather. This large-scale disruption affected thousands of passengers traveling through these major UK hubs, causing substantial inconvenience and travel delays.
