General strike in Italy on June 20: Disruptions to air traffic and cancelled flights, trains and other land transport
Travellers planning to visit Italy on 20th June 2025 should prepare for significant disruptions to air traffic due to a planned 24-hour general strike, reports the OpenSky.rs portal. Several Italian trade unions have announced work stoppages in key sectors, including airports, railways, and local road transport, which could lead to delays, flight cancellations, and longer hold-ups.
The strike particularly affects ground staff at airports – from those responsible for dispatching and receiving aircraft to baggage handlers – which is why airport operations are expected to be difficult or completely halted at some locations.
ITA Airways and other carriers are cancelling flights
The national carrier ITA Airways has already cancelled a number of domestic and international flights from Rome (Fiumicino) and Milan (Linate and Malpensa) airports. Other airlines are announcing similar moves, and passengers are advised to regularly check information on the status of their flights and contact carriers or travel agents in advance.
