Europe Travel Impacted As Paris, Moscow, And Others Delay 1,384 And Cancel 63 Flights, Affecting Major Airlines

Travellers across Europe are facing flight schedule changes today, 21 October, with 1,384 delays and 63 cancellations recorded across 11 major airports. Operations in Germany, the UK, France, Greece, Türkiye, Italy, and Russia are all experiencing significant bottlenecks.
easyJet passengers are seeing the heaviest volume of disruptions, while Paris Charles De Gaulle (CDG) has emerged as the most affected hub. In total, 25 of the delayed flights involve travel to, from, or within the United States.

Worst-Hit Airports

(Departure delays were highest at Pulkovo (27%), followed by Sheremetyevo (15%), Eleftherios Venizelos (14%), Schiphol (12%), Istanbul (7%) and Fiumicino (20%). For arrival delays, Pulkovo recorded a 30% delay rate, followed by Sheremetyevo at 23%, Fiumicino at 18%, Schiphol at 13% and Charles De Gaulle at 13%.).

Airline Disruption Breakdown

(Note: While easyJet experienced the highest total delays, Rossiya Airlines recorded the highest cancellation rate at 8%).

What to Do If Your Flight Is Affected

If you are travelling through Europe today, take these steps before heading to the airport:

• Monitor your status: Check your airline’s official app or website for real-time departure updates and gate changes.
• Enable notifications: Turn on alerts to receive automatic updates regarding your specific flight.
• Know your rights: Review your airline’s policy regarding refunds, alternative flights, meals, and accommodations in the event of a cancellation.
• Keep your receipts: Save all booking confirmations, boarding passes, and receipts for any out-of-pocket expenses incurred due to the disruption.
• Act quickly on cancellations: If your flight is grounded, contact your airline or travel agent immediately to discuss rebooking options, especially if you have an onward connection.
• Allow extra time: Arrive at the airport earlier than usual in case of altered check-in arrangements.

Flight cancellations were also reported across Europe yesterday. Read our earlier coverage here.

The figures in this report were compiled and reviewed using real-time records from October 21, 2026, at 12:05 pm ET (5:05 pm GMT).

Primary source: FlightAware.

Verification Process: The editorial team examined and cross-checked the figures for accuracy. Timestamped records, flight-tracking logs, and data-feed snapshots have been retained for reference and editorial transparency.

Note: Flight-tracking figures may change as airspace conditions and airline operations evolve. Minor differences may arise when comparing these figures with later updates from airports or airlines.

Passengers are advised to check their flight status, monitor schedule changes, and consult the latest operational updates from their airlines before travelling.

Verified by Somudranil Sarkar