Europe-wide flight chaos hits Dublin as 52 flights cancelled and 441 delayed in 24-hour period
Severe weather compounded by chronic European ATC staffing shortages triggered 52 cancellations and 441 delays across the continent on 18 January, with Dublin Airport logging two cancellations and 28 delays. The disruption stranded Irish travellers, forced schedule changes for Aer Lingus and Emerald Airlines, and caused missed business connections. Corporate mobility teams are being urged to build in wider buffers and review EU261 entitlements.
Jan 19, 2026
