Leeds Bradford Airport flights resume but delays continue after snow

Officials at Leeds Bradford Airport say flights are continuing to be disrupted by the wintry weather.

The airport's runway was closed amid heavy snow on Sunday. It reopened later in the day but flights were diverted to other airports due the treacherous conditions.

Bosses at the airport - the highest in the UK - said teams worked overnight on Sunday to return operations to normal. The runway was cleared, with arrivals and departures resuming by Monday morning.

But in a statement the airport said: "Our airline partners now need to reposition aircraft and crew back to LBA [and] disruption to some of today’s flight schedule is expected.

"Customers are advised to check with their airline for the latest updates and revised departure timings before travelling."

Gill Blair, who was on a flight to Faro delayed by 24 hours, posted pictures on social media of planes parked in snowy conditions.

She said: "Considering it's the highest airport - not doing bad. Thanks to all at LBA, Jet2, ground staff, de-icers, snow clearers etc."

Ella Sugden, who was on the same plane, added: "Finally on the plane to Faro, delayed from yesterday morning. Huge thanks to Jet2 staff and all the hardworking airport staff, clearing snow as we speak."

The airport departures board showed several delays, with a flight to Belfast put back by 90 minutes and a plane to Krakow due to take off three hours later than scheduled.

The airport said customers on delayed arrivals would not incur extra charges if they were parked on site.

It added: "Significant snow remains on the access roads and car parks, our team is working tirelessly to clear it. We appreciate your patience and understanding as our teams do their best to resume operations as quickly and safely as possible in these challenging conditions.

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