Thousands of Ryanair Passengers Affected as Airline Cancels Hundreds of Flights

October 02, 2025

Ryanair passengers across Europe are dealing with major disruptions after the airline canceled hundreds of flights. The cancellations are a result of industrial action by French air traffic controllers. This has cut airspace capacity and created a chain reaction for airlines operating throughout the continent.

Ryanair stated that up to 600 flights may be grounded in the coming days, impacting over 100,000 passengers. Travelers flying from the UK to popular vacation spots like Spain, Italy, and Portugal are among those most affected, with flights being rerouted, delayed, or canceled entirely.

The strikes have disrupted services even when planes are not set to land in France, as many routes go through French airspace. This added strain on schedules has forced airlines to make significant changes.

According to EU regulations, passengers whose flights are canceled can choose between a full refund or an alternative flight. However, compensation is unlikely in this situation since strike action is usually seen as outside the airline’s control.

Ryanair and other European airlines have long claimed that repeated air traffic control strikes unfairly disturb millions of travelers. They have called for stronger measures to protect flights that simply cross affected airspace. As discussions continue between unions and aviation authorities, passengers are advised to stay updated with information from Ryanair and to prepare for more possible delays in the coming days.