Passengers travelling through London’s airports today, Sunday 14 December 2025, are facing delays and cancellations caused primarily by severe weather conditions across the UK. Heavy rain and strong winds have disrupted flight schedules throughout the day, but airports and air traffic systems remain operational and authorities say conditions are expected to stabilise.
Travellers are being advised to check flight status directly with their airline before heading to the airport, as disruption is varying by destination and time of departure rather than affecting all flights equally.
At Heathrow, significant delays and cancellations are being reported, compounded by a road traffic collision near Terminal 5 that is causing additional congestion for passengers arriving by car. Those travelling to the airport are being advised to allow extra time and consider alternative routes where possible.
Gatwick Airport is also experiencing widespread delays, particularly on flights to Ireland, Europe and the Channel Islands. Airport officials have confirmed that operations are continuing despite the disruption, and passengers departing from Gatwick are being reminded that relaxed hand luggage liquid rules remain in place for outbound flights only.
Stansted Airport has not reported any major incidents beyond the national weather warning. While delays are possible, train services to and from the airport are currently running a good service, offering some reassurance for passengers relying on rail connections.
At Luton Airport, delays and cancellations remain possible due to poor flying conditions, although no large-scale operational incidents have been identified. Passengers are again being encouraged to monitor airline communications closely.
Importantly, there are no indications of air traffic control system issues today. National air traffic systems that caused disruption earlier in the year are fully operational, meaning today’s delays are weather-related rather than technical. This reduces the risk of prolonged knock-on disruption once conditions improve.
While today’s travel conditions are challenging, airports remain open, flights are continuing to operate, and disruption is expected to ease as weather conditions stabilise. Passengers with flexibility later today or early tomorrow may see improved reliability, particularly on short-haul and domestic routes.
Travellers are being advised to check flight status directly with their airline before heading to the airport, as disruption is varying by destination and time of departure rather than affecting all flights equally.
At Heathrow, significant delays and cancellations are being reported, compounded by a road traffic collision near Terminal 5 that is causing additional congestion for passengers arriving by car. Those travelling to the airport are being advised to allow extra time and consider alternative routes where possible.
Gatwick Airport is also experiencing widespread delays, particularly on flights to Ireland, Europe and the Channel Islands. Airport officials have confirmed that operations are continuing despite the disruption, and passengers departing from Gatwick are being reminded that relaxed hand luggage liquid rules remain in place for outbound flights only.
Stansted Airport has not reported any major incidents beyond the national weather warning. While delays are possible, train services to and from the airport are currently running a good service, offering some reassurance for passengers relying on rail connections.
At Luton Airport, delays and cancellations remain possible due to poor flying conditions, although no large-scale operational incidents have been identified. Passengers are again being encouraged to monitor airline communications closely.
Importantly, there are no indications of air traffic control system issues today. National air traffic systems that caused disruption earlier in the year are fully operational, meaning today’s delays are weather-related rather than technical. This reduces the risk of prolonged knock-on disruption once conditions improve.
While today’s travel conditions are challenging, airports remain open, flights are continuing to operate, and disruption is expected to ease as weather conditions stabilise. Passengers with flexibility later today or early tomorrow may see improved reliability, particularly on short-haul and domestic routes.
