Flights Cancelled Around US As Washington, Boston, And Others Face 103 Cancellations And 2,408 Delays

The US is seeing 2,408 flight delays and 103 cancellations today, with travelers facing disruptions across several airports. Boston Logan, Hartsfield-Jackson, Nashville, Charlotte/Douglas, Reagan National, Detroit Metro Wayne Co, Washington Dulles, and Seattle-Tacoma are among those recording disruptions. American Airlines, United, Southwest, and Delta Air Lines are among the carriers with notable delay and cancellation figures.

Key Developments Across US Air Travel

• The US has recorded 2,408 delays and 103 cancellations.
• FAA notices cite runway construction, volume, compacted demand, and other operational factors at several airports.
• Southwest is facing 370 delays and 4 cancellations.
• American Airlines is facing 277 delays and 20 cancellations.
• Delta Air Lines is facing 253 delays and 2 cancellations.
• United is facing 229 delays and 7 cancellations.
• Boston Logan is recording 321 delays and 14 cancellations.
• Hartsfield-Jackson is recording 150 delays and 6 cancellations.
• Reagan National is recording 131 delays and 23 cancellations.

Airports Seeing the Most Flight Disruptions

Boston Logan

Boston Logan is recording 321 delays and 14 cancellations, making it an important point of concern for travelers in the US. Flights departing the airport are seeing a 16% delay rate, while flights arriving at the airport have a 32% delay rate. The FAA is also reporting a ground delay at the airport, with an average delay of 81 minutes due to runway construction.

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Hartsfield-Jackson is recording 150 delays and 6 cancellations. Flights arriving at the airport are seeing a 7% delay rate. Travelers connecting through Atlanta should keep an eye on their flight status as delays can affect both departures and onward connections.

Reagan National

Reagan National is recording 131 delays and 23 cancellations. Flights departing the airport are seeing a 14% delay rate, while flights arriving at the airport have a 13% delay rate. The cancellation figure makes the Washington airport an important location for passengers checking their travel plans.

Charlotte/Douglas

Charlotte/Douglas is recording 111 delays and 3 cancellations. Flights arriving at the airport are seeing a 6% delay rate. The airport is a major connecting point, meaning travelers with onward flights may need to allow additional time when managing their itineraries.

Nashville

Nashville is recording 133 delays and 2 cancellations. The FAA is also reporting a ground delay at Nashville, with an average delay of 37 minutes due to other operational factors.

Detroit Metro Wayne Co

Detroit Metro Wayne Co is recording 67 delays and 2 cancellations. Flights arriving at the airport are seeing a 7% delay rate.

Washington Dulles

Washington Dulles is recording 87 delays and 4 cancellations. Flights arriving at the airport are seeing a 7% delay rate.

Seattle-Tacoma

Seattle-Tacoma is recording 80 delays and 4 cancellations. Flights arriving at the airport are seeing a 5% delay rate. Passengers traveling through Seattle should monitor updates, particularly when connecting to another flight.

Westchester County

Westchester County is recording 21 delays and 6 cancellations. Flights arriving at the airport are seeing a 4% delay rate. Although the delay count is lower than at several larger airports, the cancellation figure remains relevant for passengers traveling through the airport.

Martha’s Vineyard

Martha’s Vineyard is recording 10 delays and 7 cancellations, meaning cancellations account for a notable portion of the disruptions recorded at the airport. Flights arriving at the airport are seeing a 10% delay rate.

Nantucket Meml

Nantucket Meml is recording 17 delays and 11 cancellations. Flights departing the airport are seeing an 8% delay rate, while flights arriving at the airport have a 6% delay rate. Travelers using the airport should check directly with their airline for the latest status of their flight.

Airlines Facing Notable US Flight Disruptions

American Airlines

American Airlines is facing 277 delays and 20 cancellations. Travelers booked with the carrier should check their flight status before heading to the airport, particularly when departing from airports already experiencing operational restrictions.

United

United is facing 229 delays and 7 cancellations. Passengers should allow additional flexibility around connections and monitor any notifications from the airline.

Southwest

Southwest is facing 370 delays and 4 cancellations. Travelers flying with the carrier may need to account for longer airport waits and possible changes to departure schedules.

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines is facing 253 delays and 2 cancellations. Passengers with Delta itineraries should monitor their flight status and any updated departure information.

Steps Passengers Can Take When Flights Change

• Check the airline’s website or mobile app before leaving for the airport.
• Confirm the latest departure time and gate information.
• If a flight is cancelled, contact the airline promptly about rebooking options.
• Keep important booking details and identification readily available.
• For connecting journeys, check the status of every flight in the itinerary.
• Allow additional time at airports experiencing operational delays.
• Follow airport and airline notifications for schedule changes.
• If a delay affects a connection, contact the airline as soon as possible.

FAA Factors Behind Current US Flight Disruptions

FAA notices show several operational factors affecting flights at individual US airports. At TEB, departures are experiencing an average delay of 15 minutes and increasing due to volume. VNY is also experiencing average departure delays of 15 minutes and increasing, with the FAA citing compacted demand.

At BWI, the FAA reports an average departure delay of 15 minutes and increasing due to runway construction. Boston Logan is experiencing a ground delay associated with runway construction, with an average delay of 81 minutes.

At Nashville, the FAA reports a ground delay averaging 37 minutes due to other operational factors.

Broader Picture of US Flight Cancellations and Delays

The current US flight picture involves several major airlines and airports. American Airlines is facing 277 delays and 20 cancellations, while United is facing 229 delays and 7 cancellations. Southwest is facing 370 delays and 4 cancellations, and Delta Air Lines is facing 253 delays and 2 cancellations.

Among airports, Boston Logan is recording 321 delays and 14 cancellations, while Hartsfield-Jackson has 150 delays and 6 cancellations. Nashville has 133 delays and 2 cancellations, and Reagan National is recording 131 delays and 23 cancellations.

Travelers through Charlotte/Douglas are facing 111 delays and 3 cancellations, while Washington Dulles has 87 delays and 4 cancellations. Seattle-Tacoma is recording 80 delays and 4 cancellations, and Detroit Metro Wayne Co has 67 delays and 2 cancellations.

The FAA is also reporting operational restrictions at BWI, Boston Logan, Nashville, TEB, and VNY, with runway construction, volume, compacted demand, and other factors contributing to airport-specific delays. Passengers across the US should continue checking their individual flight status because conditions can vary by airport, airline, and route.

Yesterday also saw significant flight cancellations. Read our earlier coverage here.

The data has been extensively curated by our editorial team using real-time aviation figures recorded on 24 September 2026 at 4:27 pm ET USA

Primary Source: FlightAware.

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