KLM cancels flights to and from UK as major airlines face fuel crisis

KLM cancels flights to and from UK as major airlines face fuel crisisKLM is set to cancel more than 100 flights due to the fuel crisis sparked by the war in IranCommentsNewsEliana Nunes News Reporter18:16, 16 Apr 2026Updated 18:28, 16 Apr 2026View ImageKLM Royal Dutch Airlines is the flag carrier of the Netherlands (file)(Image: NurPhoto via Getty Images)A major European airline is set to cancel more than 100 flights - including services to and from London - due to rising fuel costs linked to the war in Iran.‌KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the flag carrier of the Netherlands, will cancel 160 flights over the coming month, split evenly between departures and arrivals at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. The airline said it is not facing jet fuel shortages, but has taken the decision as a cost-containment measure due to rising fuel prices.‌“Passengers affected by these changes will be rebooked onto the next available flight. As these are destinations KLM serves multiple times a day, such as London and Düsseldorf, travellers can usually be accommodated quickly," the airline said.‌"KLM expects a busy May holiday period and is making sure passengers can travel to their holiday destinations as planned."The cancellations account for about one per cent of KLM’s European schedule.Article continues belowIt comes as airlines across Europe reduce capacity to manage higher operating costs.This is a Breaking News story. You’ll be more likely to see our stories when any big news breaks in future by simply by clicking this link. You can also join The Mirror’s WhatsApp Community or follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads - or visit The Mirror homepage.