Liverpool John Lennon Airport flights cancelled due to Storm Ashley

A number of flights to and from the airport have been hit by the disruption

A number of flights to and from Liverpool John Lennon Airport have been cancelled today. Services between Liverpool, Ireland and the Isle of Man have been affected by Storm Ashley and many will not go ahead.

Amber and yellow weather warnings have been issued by the UK Met Office, covering Northern Ireland, Scotland, parts of north west England and areas of Wales. Gusts of up to 70mph are forecast for some areas of Scotland and northern Ireland, with forecasters warning that disruption is likely.

A Dublin Airport spokesperson said on X (formerly Twitter): "Storm Ashley is having an impact on flight operations throughout Ireland and the UK today. Some airlines have cancelled a small number of flights in and out of Dublin Airport, while others are subject to delays. Winds are forecast to remain strong throughout."

In terms of departures from Liverpool, four services have been cancelled today. Earlier today, the 12.35pm to Dublin was cancelled. The 4.50pm service to the Isle of Man will not take off. Additionally, the 7.15pm flight to Isle of Man has been cancelled, as well as the 8.05pm flight to Dublin.

A number of inbound flights have also been cancelled. The 12.05pm arrival from Dublin did not take off, nor did the 2.05pm service from the Irish capital.

Later today, the 6.40pm EasyJet and Logan Air arrivals from the Isle of Man have both been cancelled. Additionally, the 7.35pm Emerald Airlines arrival from Dublin will not go ahead.

In a statement on its website, Aer Lingus - who operate Emerald Airlines flights - said: “We are aware of the impending arrival of Storm Ashley and potential travel disruption to/from Ireland on Sunday 20th October. Any impacted passengers will receive notification. Please check your flight status for the latest updates.”