Italy airline strike on July 21 disrupts flights nationwide

On July 21, 2026, airline crews from easyJet and regional carrier DAT, together with ground‑handling staff at several Italian airports, will stage a full‑day strike. The protest, organized by the USB Lavoro Privato union, covers major hubs such as Milan‑Malpensa, Naples, Lamezia Terme, Olbia, Alghero and others. Pilots, cabin crew and airport workers will cease work from midnight until 23:59, with some airports seeing shorter, four‑hour walk‑outs.

The strike is expected to cause widespread flight delays, cancellations and longer check‑in times for thousands of passengers traveling for holiday and business purposes. Italy's civil aviation authority (ENAC) has published a list of “guaranteed” flights that must operate during the disruption, including routes between the mainland and islands (e.g., Naples‑Cagliari, Malpensa‑Catania, Malpensa‑Lampedusa) and some intercontinental services. Travelers are advised to check airline updates and reservation status regularly.