Train and easyJet Strikes in Italy: What Tourists Need to Know June 11-13

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Marta Skylar
Aviation News Editor
28.07.2026 08:24

Train and easyJet Strikes in Italy: What Tourists Need to Know June 11-13

In Italy, disruptions to rail and air travel are possible between June 11-13, 2026, due to planned strikes. This does not mean a complete halt of transport, but tourists should check flights, guaranteed trains, transfer times, and alternative routes.

What is Happening

Italy regularly faces transport strikes, and the June period is particularly sensitive for tourists: the high season begins, and the number of trips to Rome, Milan, Venice, Florence, Naples, Sicily, Sardinia, and the coast increases. The official strike calendar and notifications from transport companies indicate possible disruptions during specific hours and days.

Important: a strike does not always mean that all trains or flights are canceled. In Italy, guaranteed time windows and minimum services are in place for some routes, but the specific impact depends on the region, operator, flight type, and staff participation.

What Train Passengers Should Check

If the route includes Trenitalia, Italo, or regional trains, it is necessary to check the status of the specific trip before heading to the station. Short connections between a train and a flight, cruise, or pre-paid tour are particularly risky. Even if your train is not canceled, a delay can affect the entire day.

  • Check if your train is on the list of guaranteed services.
  • Leave a time buffer between an intercity train and a flight.
  • Do not plan critical transfers at the last moment before departure.
  • Save tickets, operator notifications, and compensation terms.

What Air Passengers Should Do

Passengers of easyJet and other airlines should check flight status directly on the carrier's website or in the app. Airports may remain operational, but individual flights or ground processes may experience delays. If a flight is critical for a connection with a cruise, tour, or international flight, it is better to have a backup plan.

For flights within the EU, it is also worth knowing basic passenger rights, although compensation depends on specific circumstances. The main thing is not to wait at the airport without information, but to actively check the carrier's notifications.

Tips for Tourists

  • Check transport status the evening before the trip and the morning of the departure day.
  • Keep hotel and transfer bookings flexible, if possible.
  • For important events, arrive in the city the day before, rather than on the day of the event.
  • Download offline maps and save alternative routes by bus or another train.
  • Do not rely solely on third-party apps: check the official operator websites.

Conclusion

The strikes on June 11-13 in Italy do not mean that a trip will necessarily be ruined. However, they create a risk of delays and cancellations, especially for routes with short transfers.

Tourists should act pragmatically: check the status of flights and trains, leave a time buffer, know the guaranteed windows, and have an alternative. In the high season, such preparation can save not only a ticket but the entire itinerary through Italy.