Weather Warning Triggers Loganair Flight Changes on 27 January
Loganair has put out a travel notice ahead of Storm Chandra, which is forecast to bring rough weather to parts of Scotland, the Isle of Man and Cornwall on Tuesday, 27 January. The airline confirmed that several flights scheduled for that day have been cancelled, citing safety concerns linked to the forecast. Customers affected by cancellations are being asked not to travel to the airport, as airport operations may also be disrupted by high winds and poor visibility.
The airline has also activated a flexible travel policy for customers booked to fly through the affected region on 27 January. Those with valid reservations can change their travel dates by up to fourteen days at no extra charge via the Manage My Booking portal. Refunds are only available if a flight is cancelled, and passengers who have already checked in must "un-check" before selecting a new flight. Seat changes are handled on a first-come basis, depending on availability.
Airports currently within the disruption zone
- Barra (BRR)
- Benbecula (BEB)
- Campbeltown (CAL)
- Cornwall Airport Newquay (NQY)
- Islay (ILY)
- Isle of Man (IOM)
- Stornoway (SYY)
- Tiree (TRE)
These locations are prone to weather-related disruption due to short runways, exposed coastal settings and limited operating windows. Loganair stated it aims to operate its full schedule where conditions allow, with standby crews and aircraft positioned to assist recovery once the storm passes. Telephone support at the airline’s Help Centre is also available for those unable to rebook online.
This weather alert affects airports that act as lifelines for remote communities, but they are also gateways to landscapes that attract walkers, birdwatchers and island-hoppers during calmer seasons. When flights operate normally, these routes connect to whisky distilleries on Islay, beaches on Tiree, the unique tidal runway at Barra, the cultural heritage of Stornoway on Lewis, and coastal villages across Cornwall and the Isle of Man.
Storm-driven flight disruption is familiar across the British Isles in winter, but Loganair’s advance notice gives clarity at a time when weather can change quickly. The temporary policy lets customers switch dates without paying extra, which takes some of the sting out of winter disruption. It’s still worth checking your booking online, as the airline won’t automatically move you and timings can change again if the weather worsens.