Over 1300 flights across the US were delayed or canceled today as intense and fast-moving weather systems swept through major aviation corridors, severely disrupting operations at key airports including Reagan National, JFK, Boston Logan, Chicago O’Hare, Philadelphia International, and Baltimore/Washington. Airlines like American, Delta, United, Southwest, and JetBlue were hit hardest, with ground stops, low visibility, and thunderstorm activity triggering cascading delays and cancellations throughout the day. The widespread nature of the storms, combined with peak summer travel volumes, created a perfect storm of operational gridlock, forcing carriers to reroute, ground, or cancel hundreds of flights as crews and aircraft were displaced across the network.
A wide range of airlines were hit by today’s widespread travel chaos, including major U.S. carriers such as American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and JetBlue. Regional operators also faced significant setbacks, including PSA Airlines, Republic Airways, Envoy Air, Piedmont Airlines, GoJet, SkyWest, Endeavor Air, Mesa Airlines, Jazz Aviation, Cape Air, Boutique Air, and Southern Airways Express. Low-cost carriers such as Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines experienced dozens of disruptions, particularly at Chicago O’Hare and Reagan National. International airlines were heavily affected at JFK, Boston, and O’Hare, with delays and cancellations reported by Air France, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates, KLM, Swiss, Etihad Airways, EVA Air, Cathay Pacific, Iberia, Air India, Aeroméxico, All Nippon Airways, China Airlines, Air China, El Al, Japan Airlines, Kenya Airways, Saudia, Sata Internacional, Cargolux Airlines International, Ethiopian Airlines, and Air Serbia. Additional disruptions were also recorded for carriers like Alaska Airlines, BermudAir, and Avianca Ecuador, highlighting how both domestic and global operations were swept into the day’s extreme weather-related chaos.
This latest round of weather-related turmoil brings the total number of delayed and canceled flights across the United States to over 5,000 in just four major incidents — with more than 1300 disruptions today, 2,100 yesterday, 1,600 on July 16, and over 900 on June 8. As intense storms and unstable air systems persist, the ongoing travel chaos shows no signs of slowing down, hammering airline operations day after day at the height of the summer travel season.
Reagan National Airport Endures Harsh Blow Amid DC Thunderstorms
Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C. was one of the first major airports to buckle under the strain of a fast-moving thunderstorm system. The airport reported 178 flight delays and 69 cancellations, making it one of the most heavily disrupted airfields of the day. Regional operator PSA Airlines was hit hardest, canceling 19 flights and delaying 31, while American Airlines, a major carrier at Reagan, faced 10 cancellations and 32 delays of its own. Southwest, which operates a smaller schedule out of Reagan, still recorded 8 cancellations and 28 delays. Other affected carriers included Republic, Envoy Air, United, and JetBlue, many of which saw cascading delays as departure slots tightened due to airspace congestion and ground halts caused by lightning.
Intense Weather Forces Dozens of Cancellations at Philadelphia International
Philadelphia International Airport also faced major turbulence, with 54 flights canceled and 84 delayed due to sustained thunderstorms and system-wide air traffic restrictions. The bulk of the impact fell on American Airlines, which canceled 20 flights and delayed another 25. Regional partner Republic had to ground 8 flights, while United and Mesa Airlines each saw smaller-scale cancellations and delays. Even low-cost carriers like Frontier and PSA Airlines couldn’t escape the weather-induced bottlenecks, while Piedmont and Southwest logged a combined total of over 10 delays. With limited runway capacity and shifting weather patterns overhead, many aircraft remained grounded for hours, prompting gate backups and rebookings that rippled well into the evening.
Boston Logan Struggles With Visibility as Mist Grounds Dozens
While thunderstorms hit farther south, Boston Logan International was blanketed in thick mist and low cloud cover that triggered 42 flight cancellations and 127 delays. The airport’s most disrupted airline was Cape Air, which saw 12 cancellations and 23 delayed flights, mostly on its regional connector routes throughout New England. American Airlines faced a similar situation, canceling 12 flights and delaying 8 more. JetBlue, Delta, and Southwest, all of which have substantial operations at Logan, experienced scattered disruptions throughout the day. International airlines like British Airways, Qatar Airways, and Air France also reported inbound and outbound delays as aircraft were held on the ground due to poor visibility. Some long-haul flights were forced to circle or divert temporarily as landing windows narrowed.
Baltimore/Washington International Swamped by Rain and Systemic Southwest Delays
In Baltimore, the combination of heavy rain and crowded East Coast airspace overwhelmed Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, where 30 cancellations and 86 delays were reported. Southwest Airlines, which dominates traffic out of BWI, accounted for all 30 cancellations and 57 of the delays, marking one of the most severe carrier-specific disruptions of the day. While other airlines like Delta, Frontier, Envoy Air, and American remained operational, they weren’t immune from the impact, facing minor to moderate delays as the runway environment remained waterlogged and gate congestion persisted. Many Southwest passengers were left scrambling to rebook through alternate cities as the airline’s re-routing options tightened across the region.
Chicago O’Hare Hit by Surge of Cancellations and Weather-Driven Delays
At Chicago O’Hare International, the Midwest weather front brought chaos to a region already under pressure from earlier delays. A staggering 509 flights were delayed and 74 canceled, with nearly every major U.S. and several international carriers affected. American Airlines saw 24 cancellations and 38 delays, while United, which operates its largest hub at O’Hare, logged 5 cancellations and 40 delays. Regional operator Envoy Air had to cancel 2 flights and delay 30, while SkyWest, Republic, and GoJet each saw dozens of delayed departures. The ripple effects extended far beyond domestic carriers: Air India, Emirates, All Nippon Airways, KLM, and British Airways each reported delays on long-haul international flights. Ground crews struggled to reposition aircraft amid backlogs, while inbound flights circled for clearance as thunderstorms repeatedly swept through the metro area.
JFK Airport Faces Broad International Disruption Amid Storms
John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York rounded out the list of hardest-hit airports, with 55 cancellations and 181 delays due to storm cells moving along the Atlantic corridor. Republic Airways, which handles regional flights for several major brands, canceled 16 flights and delayed 11 more. JetBlue, one of JFK’s largest operators, canceled 8 flights and delayed another 29, while American Airlines and Delta each reported moderate delays across their networks. The storm’s international toll was extensive, with Etihad, Qatar Airways, Japan Airlines, Air India, and Saudia all seeing inbound and outbound delays. Terminal congestion reached critical levels mid-afternoon as multiple wide-body flights sat on taxiways awaiting available gates.
Over 900 Flights Disrupted as US Travel Infrastructure Struggles Under Weather Pressure
In total, airports across the U.S. reported 699 delayed flights and 207 cancellations, for a combined 906 disrupted flights—a massive figure for a single day of operations. From short regional hops to international long-hauls, the entire spectrum of air travel felt the impact. Carriers large and small scrambled to reschedule flights and accommodate displaced passengers, while some travelers were stranded overnight or rerouted through alternative cities.
Detailed Flight Disruptions by US Airport and Airlines Affected
| Airport | Delayed Flights | Canceled Flights | Total Disruptions | Airlines Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reagan National (DCA) | 178 | 69 | 247 | American, Southwest, PSA Airlines, Republic, Envoy Air, United, JetBlue, Delta, Alaska, GoJet, Jazz, Frontier, Endeavor Air |
| Philadelphia Intl (PHL) | 54 | 78 | 132 | American, Republic, Mesa, PSA Airlines, Frontier, Piedmont, United, Southwest |
| Boston Logan Intl (BOS) | 114 | 42 | 156 | Cape Air, American, JetBlue, Delta, Southwest, Republic, Air France, Qatar Airways, British Airways, Jazz, Boutique Air, BermudAir, United, Frontier |
| Baltimore/Washington Intl (BWI) | 30 | 77 | 107 | Southwest, Delta, Envoy Air, Frontier, American |
| Chicago O’Hare Intl (ORD) | 509 | 18 | 527 | American, United, Envoy Air, Spirit, Frontier, Delta, Republic, SkyWest, GoJet, PSA Airlines, Jazz, Air India, Emirates, KLM, All Nippon, British Airways, Swiss, Iberia, Aeroméxico, Etihad, EVA Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Air China, China Airlines, Air Serbia, Cargolux |
| John F. Kennedy Intl (JFK) | 179 | 348 | 227 | JetBlue, Republic, American, Delta, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Saudia, Air India, Japan Airlines, Kenya Airways, Avianca Ecuador, Alaska Airlines, Frontier, El Al, Endeavor Air, Emirates, Sata Internacional, Jazz, Air France, Cathay Pacific |
Total Across All Six Airports
- Delayed Flights: 699
- Canceled Flights: 207
- Total Disrupted Flights: 1396
- Airlines Impacted: 50+ domestic and international carriers
Over 1300 flights were delayed or canceled across major US airports today as powerful weather systems disrupted operations at Reagan, JFK, Boston, Chicago, and more, hitting airlines like American, Delta, United, Southwest, and JetBlue the hardest. The combination of thunderstorms, heavy rain, and low visibility triggered widespread delays, cancellations, and ground halts throughout the country.
Passengers Urged to Stay Flexible as More Disruptions May Follow
The FAA and airline officials advised passengers to check their flight status frequently, stay flexible with travel plans, and anticipate additional delays as the system recovers. With summer travel peaking and more volatile weather expected in the days ahead, industry insiders say this may only be the beginning of a particularly stormy travel season. Travelers are urged to remain prepared, keep communication lines open with airlines, and build in extra time for their journeys as unpredictable skies continue to disrupt America’s air corridors.
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