Jet2 issues urgent warning to UK passengers over 'longer than normal' waits

Passengers flying with Jet2 have been warned to 'be prepared for a longer than normal wait' at the airport due to stormy weather conditions in parts of the UK.

The airline issued a warning to passengers departing or arriving on Friday, January 24 and over the weekend. Passengers have been told to check in as scheduled, but added that it might take longer to be boarded.

A spokesperson said: "Our operations team are closely monitoring the UK forecast to ensure we have the most up to date information for all Jet2.com departing and arriving customers on Friday, January 24, 2025.

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"The Met Office has warned that there will be stormy conditions, at times, in parts of the UK from Friday and into the weekend. If you are travelling with Jet2.com, we plan to operate our flights as close to schedule as possible, unless advised, however, there may be some disruption should the weather deteriorate.

"We advise all customers to check in as scheduled - our check in desks close 40 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time - and our friendly Red Teams in the terminal will keep you up to date.

"We will, where possible, board all flights for an on-time departure, however, please be prepared for a longer than normal wait either in the terminal or onboard the aircraft to depart."

Passengers can check if their flight is disrupted by entering their flight number on the Jet2 website and selecting 'more info'. The airline apologised for any disruption to flights, adding: "Jet2.com would like to apologise in advance for any disruption you may experience. Your comfort and safety is our number one priority, we will have you on the way as soon as possible."