The short answer
Airlines rebook you on the next available flight, but queues can be long. Keep a spare day, buy flexible tickets and keep insurance details handy.
Key facts
- Cause
- Weather, visibility
- Fix
- Rebook next flight
- Backup
- Helicopter or road
- Insurance
- Check cover
How it works
- Check the forecastLook the night before.
- Get to the airport earlyQueues form.
- Ask about rebookingThe next flight may be tomorrow.
- Consider a helicopter charterIf you must reach a place.
- Inform your insurerKeep receipts.
Insider tip
Stay at the airport hotel the night before a critical flight.
Avoid this
Do not book your international flight home the same day.
Related questions
Will I get a refund?
Policies vary; ask the airline.
Can I travel by road instead?
Sometimes. Check road conditions.
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