Winter Storm Devin Disrupts Holiday Air Travel

Winter storms continue to wreak havoc on holiday air travel across the United States, with thousands of flights cancelled and delayed as carriers scramble to manage the disruptions.

Record Travel Volume Meets Severe Weather

Airlines for America reports that carriers expect to fly a record 52.6 million passengers between December 19 and January 5, making weather-related disruptions particularly impactful during this peak travel period.

As of late December, over 1,500 flights within, into, or out of the United States were cancelled, with nearly 7,000 additional flights experiencing significant delays due to winter storm Devin.

Which Airlines Were Hit Hardest

JetBlue Airways reported the highest cancellation numbers among US carriers, followed closely by Delta Air Lines. Both airlines have been working to rebook affected passengers and resume normal operations as conditions improve.

The FAA implemented airspace restrictions in affected regions, further complicating airline scheduling and crew positioning throughout the system.

Traveler Tips

Passengers with upcoming travel plans should check their flight status regularly, sign up for airline notifications, and consider booking refundable fares during winter travel periods. Most major carriers have issued weather waivers allowing free rebooking for affected routes.