Flights Cancelled In USA Today As Texas, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, And More Cancel 113 And Delay 2,325 Flights, Disrupting United, American, Southwest, Delta, SkyWest, And Others
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Flight cancellations continued across the USA today with 2,325 delays and 113 cancellations reported nationwide. Major operational issues were recorded at airports in Texas, New York City, Las Vegas, Orlando, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and Denver. The most affected airports included Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (617 delays, 20 cancellations), Dallas Love Field (97 delays, 39 cancellations), Los Angeles International Airport (91 delays, 4 cancellations), Austin-Bergstrom in Austin (60 delays, 1 cancellation), Denver International Airport (87 delays, 4 cancellations), John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City (80 delays, 9 cancellations), Orlando International Airport (76 delays, 4 cancellations), Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas (75 delays, 8 cancellations), and Philadelphia International Airport (55 delays, 6 cancellations).
Among airlines, American Airlines (614 delays, 24 cancellations) and Southwest Airlines (368 delays, 46 cancellations) recorded the highest disruption levels. Other heavily impacted carriers included SkyWest Airlines (195 delays, 3 cancellations), Delta Air Lines (164 delays, 10 cancellations), United Airlines (144 delays, 9 cancellations), Endeavor Air (89 delays, 3 cancellations), and Alaska Airlines (41 delays, 2 cancellations).
- Updated today: The USA recorded 2,325 flight delays and 113 cancellations across domestic and international operations.
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport reported the highest delay count with 617 delayed flights.
- Dallas Love Field recorded the highest cancellation count among listed airports with 39 cancellations.
- American Airlines faced the largest number of delays with 614 delayed flights nationwide.
- Southwest Airlines recorded the highest cancellation total among major carriers with 46 canceled flights.
- Airports in Dallas, New York City, Los Angeles, Orlando, Philadelphia, Denver, and Las Vegas experienced significant operational disruptions.
- SkyWest Airlines and Endeavor Air also faced elevated delay levels during today’s operations.
Most Affected USA Airports
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport experienced the most delays in the country today with 617 delayed flights and 20 cancellations. The airport remained one of the primary disruption centers affecting both domestic and connecting passengers across the United States.
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Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Dallas Love Field reported 97 delays and 39 cancellations, giving it the highest cancellation total among the airports listed today. Southwest Airlines operations were notably impacted at the airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK Airport in New York City recorded 80 delays and 9 cancellations. Airlines impacted at the airport included Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Endeavor Air, and more.
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Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport reported 91 delayed flights and 4 cancellations today, contributing to broader operational disruptions across major West Coast hubs.
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Denver International Airport experienced 87 delays and 4 cancellations. Delays at Denver affected several domestic carriers operating nationwide schedules.
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport saw 76 delays and 4 cancellations today as operational disruptions continued across Florida travel routes.
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas recorded 75 delays and 8 cancellations, impacting both domestic and leisure travel traffic.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport reported 55 delays and 6 cancellations, affecting passengers traveling through major East Coast connections.
Airlines Most Affected by USA Flight Cancellations and Delays
American Airlines
American Airlines recorded the highest delay count among major U.S. carriers today with 614 delayed flights and 24 cancellations. The airline also faced operational disruptions at JFK Airport.
Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines experienced the highest cancellation total in today’s dataset with 46 canceled flights and 368 delays. Dallas Love Field operations were among the most affected.
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines reported 164 delays and 10 cancellations nationwide. Additional disruptions were also recorded at JFK Airport.
United Airlines
United Airlines experienced 144 delayed flights and 9 cancellations as disruptions spread across multiple U.S. hubs.
SkyWest Airlines
SkyWest Airlines recorded 195 delays and 3 cancellations, making it one of the most delay-affected regional carriers today.
Endeavor Air
Endeavor Air reported 89 delays and 3 cancellations, with disruptions also impacting operations at JFK Airport.
Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines recorded 41 delays and 2 cancellations during today’s nationwide operational disruptions.
What Can Impacted Passengers Do?
- Monitor real-time flight updates directly through airline apps and airport websites.
- Arrive early at the airport in case of gate or schedule changes.
- Check airline rebooking and standby options if a flight is canceled.
- Keep essential items, chargers, medications, and travel documents in carry-on baggage.
- Review weather and airport operational alerts before leaving for the airport.
- Contact airlines immediately for hotel, meal, or compensation eligibility where applicable.
- Consider alternate airports or later departure options if severe disruptions continue.
Overview of USA Flight Cancellations
Flight disruptions across the USA today, May 11, remained elevated today as major airports in Dallas, Austin, New York City, Los Angeles, Orlando, Denver, Philadelphia, and Las Vegas reported operational issues. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, and Alaska Airlines were among the most affected carriers by delays and cancellations.
The largest disruption center was the Dallas region, where both Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field recorded high delay and cancellation volumes. In New York City, John F. Kennedy International Airport also faced notable airline-specific disruptions involving both domestic and international carriers. Authors observation: data was collected manually from FlightAware and may change with live operational updates. Airlines may adjust schedules for safety reasons, and passengers should monitor real-time flight status updates and review airline rebooking options.
Airports including Los Angeles International Airport, Denver International Airport, Orlando International Airport, and Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas continued to report delays throughout the day, contributing to the nationwide total of 2,325 delays and 113 cancellations.
Source: Different airports and FlightAware
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