Bristol Airport flights suspended until 08:00 BST due to runway defect
UKPulse Local Desk
Flights at Bristol Airport remain suspended until 08:00 BST on Saturday, 8 August 2026, due to a runway defect. This disruption has continued into a second day.
- All flights in and out of Bristol Airport are suspended until 08:00 BST on Saturday, 8 August 2026.
- The disruption is due to a runway defect.
- The runway was initially closed shortly after 18:00 BST on Friday.
Flights at Bristol Airport are suspended until 08:00 BST on Saturday, 8 August 2026, due to a runway defect. This disruption has continued into a second day, following the initial closure of the runway shortly after 18:00 BST on Friday.
An airport spokesperson stated, "We apologise for any inconvenience. Safety is always our number one priority." No further official information about the nature of the defect has been released.
Passengers affected by the disruption are advised to contact their airline.
What this means for you: If you are waiting for a flight to or from Bristol Airport, you should contact your airline.