Guide to navigating flight delays

Travelling is all fun and games until the departure board starts flashing “DELAYED” and your holiday mood dies down instantly. A flight delay before your long-awaited trip is already sian enough, but one that hits when you’re exhausted and just want to get home somehow feels 10 times worse.

Most of the time, it’s not even your fault – bad weather, technical issues, or air traffic congestion are all possible culprits. So instead of letting your mum go full Karen at the counter or doom-scrolling while resigning to fate, here’s a guide on what to do when your flight gets delayed.

What’s the difference between a delayed, cancelled & rescheduled flight?

Terms like these almost feel like they’re all just different ways of saying “you’re not flying anytime soon.” But they actually mean various things, and knowing which one applies to you can help you figure out your next move.

However, if you missed your flight, that’s a whole different story. Airlines generally consider this a no-show, and what happens next depends on your ticket type and airline policy. Check out our guide on what to do when you miss your flight – touch wood yo...