As with previous years, industrial action impacted many travellers' plans during 2025's peak summer season, as families headed to the airport with trepidation ahead of their flights. If you're planning a trip, this is everything we know at the time of writing (Friday 3 October) about expected European travel strikes in the coming weeks. UK airport strikes over the Christmas period: everything you need to know The UK airport strikes have the power to disrupt several holidays this year – here's the latest on the walkouts