Transport disruptions news in Portugal

Tension between Flixbus and Grupo Barraqueiro extends to Peniche. Germans change bus stop

Involved in a dispute centered at the Sete Rios Terminal in Lisbon, Flixbus and the Barraqueiro group, owner of the Rede Nacional de Expressos, have a new point of contention. This Monday, the operator for the West region, in a territory stretching from Lourinhã to Nazaré, announced that 'FlixBus communicated to Rodoviária do Oeste...'

Nine flights to London cancelled in Portugal due to British air traffic control failure

The cancellations were caused by a technical failure in the processing system of the air traffic control operator NATS

Nine flights to London cancelled in Portugal due to UK air traffic control failure

Nine flights departing from Portugal to London were cancelled following a technical issue in the British air traffic control system.

Jornal de Notícias9 Sept

Hundreds of flights affected after technical failure in British air traffic control

Several flights to and from Lisbon and Porto airports have been cancelled due to the technical issues.

Bad weather cancels eight flights and diverts seven others at Porto Airport

Heavy rain on Thursday morning, August 27, at Porto Airport led to the cancellation of eight flights, the diversion of seven others, and delays in air operations, according to ANA Aeroportos de Portugal. The airport manager explained that intense downpours early in the morning left debris and standing water near the runway, prompting Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport to temporarily limit capacity as a precaution while cleaning and drainage were carried out. ANA stated that cleaning was completed by 12:00, and while the airport remained operational throughout, the situation caused seven diversions, eight cancellations, and various delays. By 12:30, the airport was returning to full capacity.

EasyJet cabin crew in France call for strike this weekend

EasyJet cabin crew in France have called for a strike on Saturday and Sunday, after negotiations held today with management ended without an agreement on improving working conditions. The company did not present any concrete or acceptable proposal to address the demands regarding the stabilisation of schedules and...

Flights Cancelled Across Europe As Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Switzerland, And More Cancel 403 And Delay 2,550 Flights, Grounding Air France, ITA Airways, Wizz Air Malta, And Others At Milan, Rome, Barcelona, Lisbon, And Beyond

Travel And Tour World5 Jul

European Ryanair pilots approve a motion of “no confidence” in the company's management

European Ryanair pilots have approved a motion of “no confidence” in the low-cost airline's management, stating that professionals do not believe the company is negotiating collective agreements in “good faith”. In a statement, the Ryanair Transnational Pilot Group (RTPG), which represents pilots from various European unions, indicated that these professionals...

Ponta Delgada Airport: Thousands of passengers await flights

Fog over the last few days in the Azores has forced the cancellation of 175 flights. 17,000 passengers have been affected by SATA Air Açores and Azores Airlines alone.

7 PM - TAP, Azores Airlines and SATA cancelled dozens of flights in the Azores today due to fog

Dozens of flights were cancelled by TAP, Azores Airlines, and SATA in the Azores today as a result of heavy fog.

Air connections to and from the Azores affected by fog

According to the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere, all islands are generally experiencing very cloudy skies.

Carris: Plenary meeting may affect service on Monday

The circulation [of buses] will obviously suffer some impact, but it is not expected to be severe, said the Union. The general plenary meeting is scheduled for Monday at the Miraflores station.

14:00 Flight cancellations are bad news, says CTP president

The president of the Portuguese Tourism Confederation (CTP) comments on the negative impact of flight cancellations.

Airlines in Portugal admit to cancellations and price hikes if crisis persists - Lusa

Airlines operating in Portugal warn that flight cancellations and increased ticket prices are likely if the current crisis continues.

Europe’s airports thirst for jet fuel

The Middle East war risks causing fuel shortages at air hubs on the continent, with flights already being canceled.

23h ANTROP: public transport companies may have to reduce services

The Association of National Road Passenger Transport Companies (ANTROP) warns that public transport operators might be forced to cut back on services.

4 PM: Public transport still does not reach many areas of the country

Public transport services remain unavailable in many regions of the country as of 4 PM.

Menzies injunction could suspend airport handling tender and union admits it may also go to court

The injunction filed by Menzies challenging the handling tender for Lisbon, Porto, and Faro airports, won by the Clece/South consortium, will have suspensive effects. Sitava, the largest union in the sector, admits it may challenge the tender to defend workers.

Menzies files injunction to challenge ground handling tender

The company explains that the challenge relates to the structure and the way the tender process, promoted by the National Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC), was conducted.

Fertagus passengers file complaint against the State to the European Commission

The Passengers' Committee reports that the situation has worsened since 2025, with daily train delays and operations at very reduced speeds, as well as frequent breakdowns.

Airports: Clece/South consortium tries to recruit workers in Spain to avoid 'losing' handling licences

The consortium that won the licences to operate at Lisbon, Porto and Faro airports must submit data to ANAC by this Monday proving they have the staff and equipment to provide the service. As a result, they are attempting to recruit volunteers in Spain, offering guaranteed housing and meals to those who accept.

Rail services resume on the Douro Line between Régua and Pocinho

Rail services on the Douro Line, between Régua and Pocinho, have resumed today after being suspended due to Storm Kristin on January 28, according to a source from CP - Comboios de Portugal. CP stated that “between the stations of Marco de Canaveses and Régua, a replacement bus service will continue due to modernisation works by IP - Infraestruturas de Portugal.” As a result of the storms that have affected mainland Portugal since January 28, services on the Oeste Line and Beira Baixa Line remain suspended, with only Regional trains operating between Castelo Branco and Guarda and between Entroncamento and Abrantes. Nineteen people have died in Portugal due to the impacts of storms Kristin, Leonardo, and Marta, which also caused hundreds of injuries and displacements. More than half of the fatalities occurred during recovery efforts. The main material consequences of the storm include the total or partial destruction of homes, businesses, and infrastructure, fallen trees and structures, road closures, school and transport service interruptions, and cuts to power, water, and communications, as well as flooding. The Central, Lisbon and Tagus Valley, and Alentejo regions were the most affected.

Thirteen districts in mainland Portugal are under orange warning - the second most severe - due to rough seas, rainfall, and wind

The total or partial destruction of homes, businesses, and equipment, the falling of trees and structures, the closure of roads, schools, and transport services, and the cutting off of electricity, water, and communications are the main material consequences of the storm. The Central, Lisbon and Tagus Valley, and Alentejo regions are the most affected.

Storm causes power outages, rescues, and widespread transport disruptions

Home News Storm causes power outages, rescues, and widespread transport disruptions Storm causes power outages, rescues, and widespread transport disruptions Severe storms leave over 80,000 without power and cause hundreds of incidents in Portugal By TPN, in News · 05 Feb 2026, 15:31 · 0 Comments

Storm Emilia cancels flights in Madeira. Marine agitation alert on the mainland

According to data available on the Madeira airport's website, by 7:45 AM, 11 departures and 11 arrivals of flights had already been cancelled.

Schools closed, transport and health constraints. CGTP speaks of "massive adherence" to the general strike

The CGTP union reports significant participation in the general strike, which has led to school closures and disruptions in transport and health services.

The general strike is already affecting transport

The general strike is having an impact on transportation services.