Italy Airport Strikes Put Flights at Risk

Air passengers in Italy could face delays and cancellations on 5 July, with several aviation strikes planned across the country. The action includes easyJet flight crews, airport-related staff and ENAV employees at Milan Malpensa. Travellers flying to, from or through Italy that day should check their flight status before leaving for the airport, as disruption can change close to departure.

What Is Planned on 5 July

• Country: Italy.
• Sector: air transport and airport services.
• Date: Sunday, 5 July 2026.
• easyJet crew: 24 hours, 00:00–23:59.
• Wider airport sector: 24-hour action, from midnight to 23:59.
• Milan Malpensa: ENAV staff stoppage planned for 13:00–17:00.
• Likely impact: some flights may run late, be cancelled or take longer to process at the airport.

The strikes may affect different parts of a journey, depending on the airline, airport and route. easyJet passengers face the clearest airline-specific risk because the planned action involves its flight crews. At Milan Malpensa, ENAV staff are listed for a separate afternoon stoppage, which could add pressure to schedules even if an individual airline is not directly involved.

Italian strike rules include protected time bands, usually 07:00–10:00 and 18:00–21:00, when certain flights are expected to operate. That does not guarantee a smooth day, especially if aircraft or crew are delayed earlier. Passengers should check airline apps, airport websites and messages from tour operators, and avoid relying only on the airport departure board.

The biggest issue is for travellers with tight connections, cruise departures, prepaid transfers or same-day hotel plans in Italy. Anyone heading to Milan, Rome, Sicily, Sardinia or summer resorts should leave more buffer around arrival times. If a flight is changed or cancelled, written airline updates and receipts for extra food, hotels or transport are worth keeping until the trip is settled.