Recent Air France Flight Delays and Cancellations: Live Updates
Air France flight performance: last 30-day overview
Based on flights tracked last month, compared to the previous 30 days.
Breakdown by flight distance
Short flights (under 1,500 km)
5212
Medium flights (1,500 - 3,500 km)
1225
Long flights (3,500+ km)
1240
Worst routes to avoid with Air France
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) → Maceio (MCZ)
19 disrupted out of 57 flights
33.33%
Sao Paulo (GRU) → Foz Do Iguacu (IGU)
19 disrupted out of 57 flights
33.33%
Paris (CDG) → Riyadh (RUH)
9 disrupted out of 39 flights
23.08%
Updated: 1 June 2026
How Likely Are Air France Flight Delays and Cancellations?
This Air France delayed and cancelled flights list is your go-to resource for interruptions. Information is power, so knowing about a disruption ahead of time can help you make alternate arrangements and know what kind of airline claim you can make.
Overall, Air France is relatively reliable. According to OAG, in 2023, Air France had an on-time arrivals rate of 68.33% on their 286,586 flights. That means that more than 90,000 Air France flights were delayed in a single year. Of the 20 largest airlines that OAG reviewed, the average on-time rate was 74.9%, so Air France’s punctuality is below the average of its similarly-sized competitors.
We now know that a little less than one-third of passengers can expect Air France delays. For cancellations, the airline cancelled 1.18% of its flights in 2022 and 1.3% in 2023, according to our findings. Since flight cancellations might be on the rise, our Air France flight cancellation list is essential!
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Air France Routes To Avoid Due To Significant Interruptions
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport does not have a great departure record. In 2023, only 54% of flights left on time, down 3 points from 2022. Orly Airport fares a bit better with a departure punctuality of 62% in 2023. So, if you’re choosing between these two airports, Orly is the better option.
According to data from FlightStats, during the period of mid-May to mid-July 2024, some of the most commonly disrupted Air France routes involve Orly Airport, Nice Cote d’Azur Airport, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Budapest Airport, and Lisbon Airport. Plus, delays can be excessive in some instances. See below:
Departure Airport | Arrival Airport | Flight Number | Interruption Likelihood/Severity |
Nice Cote d’Azur | Paris Orly | AF6227 | On-time arrivals 44%; 22% of flights cancelled |
Paris Orly | Nice Cote d’Azur | AF6226 | On-time arrivals 53%; 26% excessively late |
Paris Charles de Gaulle | Budapest Ferenc Liszt | AF1294 | On-time arrivals 48% |
Budapest Ferenc Liszt | Paris Charles de Gaulle | AF1295 | On-time arrivals 52% |
Lisbon Humberto Delgado | Paris Charles de Gaulle | AF1025 | On-time arrivals 41% |
Paris Charles de Gaulle | Lisbon Humberto Delgado | AF1024 | On-time arrivals 43% |
*Data gathered from Flight Stats for the period of May 15, 2024, to July 15, 2024.
Why Does Air France Cancel Flights?
There are many reasons why a flight can appear on our cancellations list. Routes can be affected by extreme weather that makes operating the flight safely impossible. Airport and Air France staff strikes are other common flight disruption reasons. Here are some others:
- Not enough passengers to make the flight economical.
- Insufficient availability of Air France staff.
- Aircraft technical issues.
- Political or security threats affecting the airport.
To know exactly why your Air France flight is cancelled, ask the staff at the airport.
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Can Cancelled or Delayed Air France Flights Be Avoided?
Although not foolproof, there are a few steps you can take to minimize the chances of your flight appearing on the cancelled or delayed flights list:
- Choose early flights. Some disruptions occur because your flight’s aircraft has been involved in a delay or cancellation on a previous route from earlier in the day. Flying early limits the problems that can occur prior to your takeoff.
- Fly direct. It’s not uncommon for passengers to miss connecting flights because of a delay or cancellation. So, it’s best not to book routes with connections, especially multiple ones.
- Use our handy Air France disruptions list to make sure you’re aware of any changes to your flight schedule. Then, at least you can act quickly to rectify the situation by rebooking or delaying your airport arrival.
What Should Passengers Do When an Air France Flight is Cancelled or Delayed?
When an Air France flight is excessively delayed or cancelled altogether, you’ll want to book a replacement flight quickly. Potentially, everyone on your flight needs to do the same thing, so time is of the essence.
Next, consult our Air France problems list looking for your flight number. Then, depending on the details, you could be entitled to make an Air France complaint for the interruption based on regulation EU261 for European airlines.
If you need any help or don’t want to go through the tedious compensation process alone, our airline compensation experts are always ready to help. In minutes, you can submit a claim and move on to bigger and better things while we fight for your money.
Author:
Amy Lancelotte
Job/Position: Senior Writer & Content Strategist
Amy Lancelotte is a Senior Content Writer and editorial contributor at AirAdvisor with over seven years of experience producing research-based articles for international audiences. Her work focuses on travel, aviation, and air passenger rights, with an emphasis on factual accuracy, verified data, and clear, reader-first explanations.
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