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UK travellers are being urged to check their journeys on Monday 26 October, after Storm Boelo caused flight cancellations, diversions and rail disruption across parts of the UK and Ireland over the weekend.
The storm brought strong winds and heavy rain to northern and western parts of the UK. Leeds Bradford Airport reported problems with arriving and departing flights, while fallen trees and damage to railway equipment affected train services.
No weather warnings are in force on Monday, but some rail disruption may continue as operators deal with the effects of the weekend’s weather. Passengers travelling to airports should check their flights and onward transport before leaving home.
Leeds Bradford Airport was among the airports affected by Storm Boelo on Sunday 25 October, with strong winds disrupting arriving and departing flights.
According to ITV News Calendar, early morning flights from Dublin and Belfast City were cancelled, while arriving flights from destinations including Palma, Malaga and Krakow were diverted to other airports. The BBC reported that 36 flights were cancelled at the airport on Sunday.
Passengers due to fly from Leeds Bradford should check the airport’s official website and contact their airline for the latest departure information.
Storm Boelo also disrupted flights at Belfast City, Belfast International and Dublin airports. The impact varied by airport and service, so passengers should confirm their flight details directly with their airline.
Rail passengers travelling to Stansted Airport also faced disruption over the weekend. A fallen tree near Stansted Mountfitchet damaged overhead electrical equipment and blocked the railway between Bishop’s Stortford and Stansted Airport.
The incident disrupted Stansted Express services from London Liverpool Street, as well as other services on the route, and Greater Anglia advised passengers not to travel while the line was blocked.
National Rail later marked the major disruption between Bishop’s Stortford and Stansted Airport as cleared on Sunday 25 October. Passengers flying from Stansted on Monday should check the latest train times, as services elsewhere may still be affected by separate incidents.
Storm Boelo disrupted rail services across England, Wales and Scotland, with fallen trees, debris and damage to overhead power lines forcing delays and timetable changes.
National Rail’s Storm Boelo update says some disruption remains possible across various routes on Monday. Northern has also advised passengers to check for changes to services through Monday 26 October on its travel advice page.
If your train connects with a flight, check your entire journey, including any replacement transport. A late train can affect your arrival at the airport even when your flight is running normally.
If your flight is cancelled, UK air passenger rules generally entitle you to choose between a refund and an alternative flight. Depending on the circumstances, the airline may also have to provide meals, refreshments, accommodation and transport between the airport and your accommodation while you wait.
Compensation is a separate matter. Airlines generally don’t have to pay compensation when a cancellation is caused by extraordinary circumstances, such as severe weather. The UK Civil Aviation Authority has full guidance.
If a delayed or cancelled train makes you miss your flight, contact your airline as soon as possible. A separate train ticket doesn’t normally guarantee a free replacement flight, so keep records of the disruption and check whether your travel insurance covers missed departures.
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This article reflects travel information available on 26 October 2026. Conditions and transport services can change at short notice. Confirm your flight and onward travel with the relevant operators before setting off.
