Flights Cancelled Around Brazil As Belo Horizonte, Brasília, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Porto Alegre, And More Cancel 52 And Delay 192 Flights, Disrupting Air France, United, LATAM, GOL, And Others

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July 1, 2026 1:15 AM

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Flight cancellations persisted around Brazil today, with 52 cancellations and 192 delays across São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Campinas, Porto Alegre, Belo Horizonte, Recife, and Cuiabá. The largest number of disruptions was recorded by Azul Brazilian Airlines, LATAM Brasil, and GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, while other well-known carriers including Air France, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Emirates, Copa Airlines, Turkish Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, Ethiopian Airlines, United Airlines, and LATAM Colombia also experienced operational impacts. A combination of airline operational adjustments, strong travel demand, and seasonal weather conditions contributed to flight cancellations in Brazil.

• Azul Brazilian Airlines registered the highest number of delays, followed closely by LATAM Brasil and GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes.
• LATAM Brasil recorded the highest number of cancellations among all airlines.
• São Paulo-Guarulhos handled the largest share of disruptions with 77 delays and 16 cancellations.
• Campinas’ Viracopos Airport experienced 30 delays and 9 cancellations, all involving Azul Brazilian Airlines.
• Airports in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Porto Alegre, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, Recife, and Cuiabá all reported operational disruptions.
• Several international airlines, including Air France, Emirates, Delta Air Lines, Copa Airlines, Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, and TAP Air Portugal, also experienced delays.

Most Affected Brazilian Airports

São Paulo-Guarulhos

The airport serving São Paulo recorded the highest disruption levels in Brazil today, July 1, with 77 delays and 16 cancellations. LATAM Brasil accounted for most cancellations, while LATAM Brasil and GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes generated the largest share of delays.

Viracopos

Campinas’ Viracopos Airport reported 30 delays and 9 cancellations. Every recorded disruption at the airport involved Azul Brazilian Airlines, making it the most affected carrier there.

São Paulo-Congonhas

The São Paulo airport registered 31 delays and 3 cancellations. GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes recorded the highest delays and all cancellations, while LATAM Brasil and Azul Brazilian Airlines also experienced delays.

Guararapes

Recife’s airport reported 14 delays and 4 cancellations. Azul Brazilian Airlines recorded the majority of disruptions, with GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes and LATAM Brasil also affected.

Tancredo Neves

Serving Belo Horizonte, the airport experienced 13 delays and 5 cancellations. Azul Brazilian Airlines accounted for most disruptions, while LATAM Brasil, GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, and Azul Conecta were also impacted.

Rio de Janeiro-Galeão

The Rio de Janeiro airport recorded 12 delays and 2 cancellations. GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes handled the majority of disruptions, while LATAM Brasil and several international airlines also experienced delays.

Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek

Brasília’s airport reported 8 delays and 3 cancellations. LATAM Brasil and GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes recorded the largest operational impacts.

Salgado Filho

Porto Alegre recorded 6 delays and 2 cancellations, with LATAM Brasil responsible for the cancellations, while Azul Brazilian Airlines and GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes also experienced delays.

Marechal Rondon

The Cuiabá airport reported 6 cancellations without any delays. Azul Conecta, Azul Brazilian Airlines, and LATAM Brasil each recorded two cancellations.

Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro’s Santos Dumont Airport experienced 1 delay and 2 cancellations, with all disruptions involving GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes.

Airlines Most Affected by Flight Cancellations In Brazil

LATAM Brasil

LATAM Brasil recorded the highest number of cancellations nationwide with 21 cancelled flights, while also reporting 61 delays across multiple airports.

Azul Brazilian Airlines

Azul Brazilian Airlines experienced 17 cancellations and led the country in delays with 62 delayed flights, including major disruption at Viracopos.

GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes

GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes recorded 9 cancellations alongside 52 delays, affecting operations at several major airports.

Azul Conecta

Azul Conecta registered 4 cancellations, primarily at Marechal Rondon and Tancredo Neves.

United Airlines

United Airlines reported 1 cancellation at São Paulo-Guarulhos.

Air France

Air France experienced delays at both São Paulo-Guarulhos and Rio de Janeiro-Galeão, highlighting that international carriers were also affected.

What Can Affected Passengers Do?

• Check your airline’s latest flight status before leaving for the airport.
• Allow extra travel time when flying through airports such as São Paulo-Guarulhos, Viracopos, or São Paulo-Congonhas.
• Contact your airline regarding available rebooking or alternative travel options if your flight has been disrupted.
• Keep notifications enabled through your airline’s website or mobile app for schedule changes.
• Retain boarding passes and travel receipts in case they are needed later.
• Follow announcements from airport staff and your airline throughout your journey.

Why Flights Are Being Cancelled Across Brazil Today?

Flight cancellations across Brazil today stem from a combination of operational adjustments and external challenges. Airlines are continuing to refine their schedules following recent regional network changes linked to Venezuela’s airport closure, while strong domestic travel demand is increasing pressure on airport operations. At the same time, seasonal weather in parts of the country can slow aircraft movements, leading to delays that may eventually result in cancellations, especially at major hub airports where tightly connected flight schedules can amplify disruptions.

Overview of Flight Cancellations In Brazil Today

Brazil’s aviation network experienced continued disruptions today as 52 flights were cancelled and 192 were delayed, affecting services across São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Campinas, Porto Alegre, Belo Horizonte, Recife, and Cuiabá. Azul Brazilian Airlines, LATAM Brasil, GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes, Azul Conecta, Air France, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Copa Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, and United Airlines all recorded operational impacts during the day.
The heaviest disruption was concentrated in São Paulo, where Guarulhos, Congonhas, and Campinas collectively accounted for a substantial share of the delays and cancellations. Meanwhile, airports in Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, and Recife also experienced notable operational challenges, illustrating how the disruptions extended well beyond a single region.
Author’s Note: The information is based on FlightAware and may change as airlines update schedules. Travelers should check live flight status and review their airline’s rebooking options before departing.
Passengers traveling through São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, and Porto Alegre are encouraged to continue monitoring airline communications, as operational adjustments can evolve throughout the day depending on aircraft availability, weather conditions, and network requirements.

Source: Different airports and FlightAware