Porto Airport Flights Diverted: Fog and Renovations Create Travel Chaos

Porto Airport Flight Disruptions: Fog and Renovations Cause Chaos Porto, Portugal – June 4, 2025 – Dozens of flights were diverted from Porto Airport today due to a combination of heavy fog and ongoing airport renovations. The fog, coupled with the limitations imposed by the construction, rendered the airport's anti-fog system unusable, leading to widespread disruption. "More than a dozen international flights had to be diverted because of the fog," reported a G24 Noticias correspondent at the airport. The disruptions caused significant delays for passengers. Some flights were diverted to closer airports like Vigo, while others were sent to more distant locations such as Faro, Algarbe, Madrid, and Lisbon. Passengers reported hours of waiting and uncertainty. "It produced, of course, delays in the scheduled departures as well," confirmed an airport spokesperson. Airport officials acknowledged the situation and warned that similar disruptions are possible in the coming days due to the ongoing renovations. The airport is undergoing a major remodeling project, and certain systems are temporarily unavailable. The incident highlights the challenges faced by airports balancing modernization with operational efficiency during inclement weather.