Runway closed at Ronaldsway due to 'heavy ice and sleet'

Friday, 2 January 2026 07:36

Bosses say 'safety will always be our top priority'

UPDATE 10:50AM: "The runway at Ronaldsway has REOPENED and flights are beginning to resume operations.

The runway had previously closed earlier this morning due to ice and sleet.

Passengers are being advised to check directly with their airline for the latest flight information.

The runway at Ronaldsway Airport is currently closed due to 'heavy ice and sleet'.

In a statement issued online, bosses there say teams 'have been working hard to de-ice the runway; however, there remains a risk of further icing'.

It asks passengers to 'please be patient as we do our best to resume operations as soon as it is safe to do so'.

You can stay up to date with the latest flight information HERE.

There are also warnings to allow extra time when travelling to and from the airport as road conditions around the Island are icy.

A yellow weather warning for snow and ice is in place until midday today (2 January).

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