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June strike calendar: what Austrian air travellers need to know
A 26 May Time Out roundup lists multiple European airport and airline strikes scheduled for June. Although Vienna Airport is not striking, walk-outs at Frankfurt, Paris CDG, Milan and across Portugal pose a high risk of knock-on cancellations and delays for Austrian-origin passengers. Mobility teams should monitor dates closely, secure flexible tickets and prepare contingency routings via nearby hubs or rail.
Italy’s aviation regulator confirms 29 May nationwide strike—Austrian routes via Rome and Naples at risk
CAPA’s 26 May alert confirms a 24-hour Italian air-transport strike on 29 May. Vienna–Rome and Vienna–Naples flights are not on ENAC’s protected list, so Austrian travellers should expect cancellations or long delays. Companies are urged to rebook, use Nightjet rail alternatives, and prepare EU261 compensation claims.