Ryanair Alicante–Newquay Flight Diverted Twice, Ends Up Back in Spain
Bad weather sent a Ryanair flight bound for Cornwall to Dublin, then back to Alicante, after an eight-hour trip across Europe, according to two aviation outlets.
A Ryanair Boeing 737-800 flew as flight FR2955 from Alicante-Elche Airport in Spain to Cornwall Newquay Airport in England. Bad weather caused problems on the way. The plane first diverted to Dublin Airport in Ireland.
Aviation A2Z reports that another disrupted approach then forced the aircraft to return to Alicante, where the trip began. Passengers faced about eight hours of travel across Europe and ended up back in Spain.
Simple Flying reports that the crew stopped its descent below 20,000 feet and made an unusual U-turn. It says this changed schedules across Ryanair's network.
Aviation A2Z adds that the aircraft later left Dublin for Bristol Airport on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Passengers were expected to continue their trip from there. The notes do not say how the journey ended.
What it means for travelers
Bad weather can change a flight's route more than once, even after the plane has left. Passengers may lose many hours and end up far from where they planned to be. Regional airports like Newquay can be affected, and trips that connect to them may be thrown off.
What to watch next
If you are booked on a flight to a regional UK airport, check your flight status before you leave for the airport. Contact Ryanair for the latest rebooking options if the weather causes delays.
How the story unfolded
Read the original reporting
- Aviation A2Z – Ryanair 737 Pilots Failed to Land in UK, Flight Diverted Twice ↗
- Simple Flying – UK-Bound Ryanair Passengers Diverted Twice In 8-Hour Ordeal, Only To Land Back In Spain ↗
Quick questions
What happened?
Bad weather sent a Ryanair flight bound for Cornwall to Dublin, then back to Alicante, after an eight-hour trip across Europe, according to two aviation outlets.
What does this mean for travelers to Spain?
Bad weather can change a flight's route more than once, even after the plane has left. Passengers may lose many hours and end up far from where they planned to be. Regional airports like Newquay can be affected, and trips that connect to them may be thrown off.
What happens next?
If you are booked on a flight to a regional UK airport, check your flight status before you leave for the airport. Contact Ryanair for the latest rebooking options if the weather causes delays.
Which outlets reported this?
This brief is based on reporting from Aviation A2Z and Simple Flying. Links to the original stories are listed on this page.
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