easyJet strike in Italy on Saturday 31 January: possible delays and cancellations

Passengers flying with easyJet within Italy, or to/from Italy, may face disruption this Saturday 31 January 2026. Italian unions representing pilots (ANPAC) and cabin crew (USB Lavoro Aereo) have announced a four-hour nationwide walk-out from 13:00 to 17:00 (local time).

Airports are warning travellers to expect possible delays and cancellations and to keep checking their flight status.

Strike information, what’s happening in Italy?

According to a notice published by Naples Airport, the action is a national strike affecting easyJet pilots and flight attendants, scheduled for 13:00 – 17:00.
In Italy, there are legally protected “guaranteed flight” time bands (07:00 – 10:00 and 18:00 – 21:00) during which flights should still operate where applicable.

This strike is outside those protected windows, which can increase the risk of cancellations and knock-on delays.

What are your passenger rights if your flight is impacted?

If the strike affects your journey, your rights depend on what happens to your flight:

• Delay (arrival 3+ hours late): you may be entitled to fixed compensation (€250 – €600), unless the airline can prove the disruption was caused by extraordinary circumstances.
• Cancellation: you’re entitled to a refund or re-routing (at the earliest opportunity, or at a later date at your convenience, subject to conditions).
• Right to care (even if compensation is disputed): if you’re stuck waiting, the airline must provide assistance such as meals/refreshments and, where necessary, hotel accommodation and transport.

Important nuance on strikes: airlines often argue strikes are “extraordinary circumstances.”

But the Court of Justice of the EU has ruled that certain carrier-internal industrial actions may not qualify as extraordinary in the way airlines claim, meaning compensation can still be due depending on the facts.

How to submit your claim with EUclaim

If your easyJet flight is delayed or cancelled because of the strike, you can submit your case through EUclaim.

We’ll assess whether your disruption falls under EU Regulation 261/2004, request the required documents, and pursue compensation (and where applicable, reimbursement of reasonable additional costs) on your behalf.