Published on
March 5, 2026
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Thousands of passengers grounded in the USA today as 2,205 flight cancellations and delays hit Chicago O’Hare in Chicago (161 delays, 8 cancellations), Boston Logan in Boston (70 delays, 11 cancellations), Miami International in Miami (52 delays, 7 cancellations), John F. Kennedy International in New York (49 delays, 16 cancellations), Washington Dulles in Washington, D.C. (37 delays, 9 cancellations), Newark Liberty in Newark (35 delays, 12 cancellations), Seattle–Tacoma in Seattle (34 delays, 9 cancellations) and more airports.
According to the latest flight data, the airlines most affected by disruptions include SkyWest (46 delays), American Airlines (38 delays), JetBlue (31 delays), United Airlines (16 delays, 3 cancellations), Alaska Airlines (10 delays, 4 cancellations), and Spirit Airlines (2 delays, 2 cancellations). Additional disruptions were also recorded across widely used carriers such as Delta Air Lines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, El Al, and All Nippon Airways, reflecting operational impacts across domestic and international routes connected to major U.S. aviation hubs.
- Updated today: 2,063 flight delays and 142 cancellations were recorded across the United States aviation network.
- Chicago O’Hare in Chicago reported the highest delays with 161 flights delayed and 8 cancellations.
- John F. Kennedy International in New York recorded the highest cancellations among listed airports with 16 flights canceled.
- Boston Logan Airport in Boston experienced 70 delays and 11 cancellations, making it the second most disrupted airport for delays among the listed hubs.
- SkyWest Airlines recorded the highest delay count among airlines with 46 delayed flights, mainly connected to operations at Chicago O’Hare.
- American Airlines reported 38 delays at Chicago O’Hare and 16 delays at Miami International, contributing significantly to airline-level disruptions.
- JetBlue faced 31 delays at Boston Logan, one of the largest single-airport airline delay counts today.
- International carriers including Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways also recorded cancellations across airports including Chicago, Boston, Washington, New York, and Seattle.
Most Affected USA Airports
Chicago O’Hare International Airport
Chicago O’Hare in Chicago recorded the largest operational impact today with 161 delays and 8 cancellations. Regional carriers including SkyWest (46 delays) and American Airlines (38 delays) contributed heavily to the delay totals, while United Airlines recorded both delays and cancellations.
Boston Logan International Airport
Boston Logan in Boston reported 70 delays and 11 cancellations, with JetBlue responsible for 31 delayed flights. Several international carriers including Emirates, Iberia, and Etihad Airways also recorded cancellations at the airport.
Miami International Airport
Miami International in Miami experienced 52 delays and 7 cancellations, with American Airlines reporting 16 delays. Spirit Airlines recorded both cancellations and delays, while cargo and international carriers such as Amerijet International and Air Canada also experienced delays.
John F. Kennedy International Airport
John F. Kennedy International in New York City registered 49 delays and 16 cancellations, the highest cancellation count among the listed airports. International airlines including Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways accounted for several cancellations.
Washington Dulles International Airport
Washington Dulles in Washington, D.C. reported 37 delays and 9 cancellations. United Airlines recorded 10 delays, while international carriers such as Emirates and Qatar Airways also experienced cancellations.
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Newark Liberty International Airport
Newark Liberty in Newark saw 35 delays and 12 cancellations today. United Airlines recorded the largest airline impact at the airport with 12 delays and 7 cancellations, highlighting operational challenges at one of its key hubs.
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport
Seattle–Tacoma in Seattle reported 34 delays and 9 cancellations, with Alaska Airlines recording 10 delays and 4 cancellations, the highest airline impact at the airport. Delta Air Lines and SkyWest also contributed to the delay figures.
Airlines Most Affected by USA Flight Cancellations and Delays
SkyWest
SkyWest recorded 46 delays at Chicago O’Hare and 5 delays at Seattle–Tacoma, making it one of the most affected regional carriers.
American Airlines
American Airlines registered 38 delays at Chicago O’Hare and 16 delays at Miami International, placing it among the largest contributors to airline-level delays.
JetBlue
JetBlue experienced 31 delays at Boston Logan, representing one of the largest delay clusters at a single airport.
United Airlines
United Airlines faced 16 delays and 3 cancellations at Chicago O’Hare, 10 delays at Washington Dulles, and 12 delays with 7 cancellations at Newark Liberty.
Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines recorded 10 delays and 4 cancellations at Seattle–Tacoma, reflecting operational disruption at its primary hub.
Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines experienced 2 delays and 2 cancellations at Miami International, along with additional disruptions at other airports.
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines recorded delays across multiple airports including Seattle, Miami, Washington Dulles, and Newark Liberty, reflecting broader network disruptions.
Emirates
Emirates experienced cancellations across Boston Logan, Washington Dulles, Seattle–Tacoma, Miami International, and Chicago O’Hare, contributing to international flight disruptions.
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways also faced cancellations at several airports including Chicago O’Hare, Washington Dulles, Seattle–Tacoma, and New York JFK.
What Can Impacted Passengers Do?
- Check real-time flight status updates through airline apps or airport websites.
- Contact the airline directly to request rebooking or alternative routing.
- Arrive early at airports to allow additional time for security and gate changes.
- Monitor email and SMS notifications from airlines for schedule adjustments.
- Consider flexible travel options or later flights if disruptions persist.
- Review airline policies for compensation or travel credit eligibility.
Financial Impact on Airlines
Flight cancellations and delays can create financial pressure for airlines by increasing operational costs and disrupting scheduled aircraft rotations. When flights are delayed or canceled, carriers may face expenses related to crew scheduling changes, aircraft repositioning, airport operations, and passenger rebooking or refunds. Disruptions across major hubs can also reduce aircraft utilization and affect revenue if travelers change or cancel travel plans, making operational reliability an important factor for airline financial performance.
Overview of USA Flight Cancellations
The 2,063 delays and 142 cancellations recorded across the United States today illustrate the scale of disruption across several major aviation hubs. Chicago O’Hare in Chicago, Boston Logan in Boston, John F. Kennedy International in New York, and Miami International in Miami were among the most affected airports, with delays reaching triple-digit levels at Chicago O’Hare alone.
Airlines including United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, SkyWest, and Alaska Airlines recorded multiple disruptions across these airports. International carriers such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Air Canada also reported cancellations or delays linked to operations at hubs like Chicago O’Hare, Boston Logan, and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The data shows how disruptions at key hubs such as Chicago O’Hare, Boston Logan, Miami International, and New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport can ripple through the national aviation network. With thousands of passengers passing through these airports daily, delays affecting airlines including United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines can quickly impact both domestic and international routes.
Operational challenges at Chicago O’Hare in Chicago, Boston Logan in Boston, John F. Kennedy International in New York, and Miami International in Miami demonstrate how disruptions at a few major airports can contribute significantly to the nationwide total of 2,063 delayed flights and 142 cancellations today.
Source: Different airports and FlightAware
