Sky Express Commonly Disrupted Flights List and Problematic Routes

Written By Amy Lancelotte

Last Updated: August 15, 2024

Do Sky Express Flights Often Encounter Delays?

Unfortunately, yes. From Athens Airport alone, one of the airline’s hubs, in the 3 months from early June to early August 2024, only 65% of Sky Express flights arrived on time. That leaves 35% of passengers who experienced a delay of 15 minutes or more. To further demonstrate the point, more than 3 out of every 10 of the airline’s departures from Athens Airport end up on the Sky Express flights delayed list.

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List of Commonly Interrupted Sky Express Flights

Athens Airport comes up frequently again on the list of commonly delayed Sky Express routes. We used data from FlightStats from June 1 to July 31, 2024, to find out which flights often get delayed. Here is a summary of the routes that arrive late well over 50% of the time:

Sky Express Routes Delayed List

*Flight Stats reports from June 1 to July 31, 2024.

Sky Express Cancelled Routes List

In each case above the cancellation rate is comprised of just 1 flight. But, it’s still a large disruption for all the affected passengers and well above the European airline flights cancelled average of 1.49% in 2023.

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What Are The Main Reasons Sky Express Flights Are Cancelled?

Your flight can appear on the Sky Express flight cancelled list due to many different causes - some within the airline’s control, and some not. These are the most common ones: 

• Unsafe or poor weather. 
• Aircraft maintenance problems.
• Aircraft mechanical failures or manufacturing defects that can’t be resolved quickly.
• Insufficient crew numbers or Sky Express staff strikes.
• Crowded airspace or other Air Traffic Control restrictions.
• Security concerns.

Can Passengers Avoid Sky Express Delayed and Cancelled Flights?

While it's impossible to completely avoid such disruptions, there are a few strategies that can help lower the chances of your flight being added to the Sky Express disruptions list.

• Fly early. Morning flights are less likely to be affected by delays from earlier in the day. The aircraft hasn’t yet been subjected to a full schedule of flights, reducing the likelihood of cascading disruptions.
• Choose direct flights. While non-stop flights are generally preferred, opting for them also minimizes the risk associated with missed connections, which can be more common with connecting flights, potentially causing your journey to end up on the Sky Express problems list.
• Consider alternative routes. To avoid excessive delays and cancellations, steer clear of the frequently disrupted routes we already mentioned. Sky Express often offers alternative flights on the same route with better on-time performance, so choosing these can be beneficial.

What To Do When Your Sky Express Flight Is Disrupted

• Explore alternative options. If your flight is significantly delayed or cancelled, don't abandon your entire trip. Instead, look for other flights, possibly from nearby airports or on different airlines. Act quickly, as other passengers facing the same disruption are likely searching for alternative arrangements as well.
• Stay informed about flight updates. Regularly check the Sky Express delayed flights list to keep up with any changes. Delays can fluctuate, so staying updated allows you to adjust your plans accordingly, such as leaving for the airport later or seeking other travel options.
• Understand your EU passenger rights. Under EU Regulation 261, you are entitled to compensation for cancelled or delayed flights on all EU airlines, including Sky Express. Familiarize yourself with your rights by reading our straightforward guide before your flight. This will enable you to respond effectively to any compensation offers from the airline. Additionally, our free compensation checker can quickly estimate your potential payout based on your specific situation.

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Sky Express Flights Delayed/Cancelled List