Europe Snow Chaos: Hundreds of Flights Canceled at Schiphol
LuxembourgPosted on 05 January 2026 by TeamEurope’s winter weather has wreaked havoc on air travel, with heavy snow and freezing conditions causing major disruptions at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport and beyond. Severe snowfall and strong winds led to widespread cancellations and delays, particularly affecting flights to and from the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, the UK, Luxembourg and Spain. Hundreds of flights were called off as airlines like KLM, Lufthansa and Iberia struggled to operate normally in the harsh conditions.
The storm’s impact at Schiphol was particularly intense. Airport operations were slowed by snow-covered runways and low visibility, forcing airlines to cancel a significant number of departures and arrivals. According to airport reports and news coverage, dozens of flights were scrapped and many more delayed as crews worked to de-ice aircraft and restore safe operations.
Travelers faced long waits in terminals and uncertainty as schedules shifted. In some cases, passengers were left scrambling to find alternate connections or accommodations amid the chaos. Airlines have urged passengers to check their flight status and plan for ongoing weather-related disruptions.
The severe winter weather comes amid a broader pattern of travel woes across Europe, where cold conditions have already forced other flights to be delayed or canceled at major hubs. Aviation authorities continue to monitor the situation as forecasts predict further snow and low temperatures in the region.
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