Can Europe avoid a summer of holiday flight and cross-Channel travel chaos?
Summary
Summer 2026 could bring new problems for travelers in Europe due to longer border checks after Brexit and worries about jet fuel shortages caused by the conflict near the Strait of Hormuz. Airlines are concerned about possible flight cancellations if oil supplies from the Middle East are disrupted, although some companies say there is no current fuel shortage.Key Facts
- Travel to Europe has increased despite recent challenges like the pandemic and cost of living issues.
- Brexit has led to longer border checks for British and many non-EU travelers entering Europe.
- The EU started a new entry-exit system that collects biometric data such as fingerprints and photos from visitors.
- The US-Israel war on Iran has caused fears that jet fuel supplies may run low.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key route for oil and gas exports, and its closure could reduce fuel availability.
- The International Energy Agency warned Europe has only six weeks of jet fuel left without new shipments.
- Airlines like easyJet say they currently have enough fuel, but Ryanair warns of up to 10% flight cancellations if supplies remain tight.
- Airlines are asking governments to allow flexible rules on flight slots to cope with possible disruptions.
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