Over 5500 Delays and 283 Flight Cancellations Hit US as Breeze, PSA, Alaska, Envoy, Frontier, United, Southwest Cause Widespread Travel Chaos Across Philadelphia, Charlotte, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington, Tampa, Dallas, and Beyond

Published on November 25, 2025

Over 5500 delays and 283 cancellations hit US airports, as Breeze, PSA, Alaska, Envoy, Frontier, United, Southwest caused widespread travel chaos across Philadelphia, Charlotte, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington, Tampa, Dallas, and more. These significant disruptions impacted travelers nationwide, with airports from coast to coast feeling the effects of operational challenges faced by these major carriers. From weather-related setbacks to staffing shortages and technical difficulties, the delays and cancellations created a ripple effect, stranding passengers and leaving many scrambling for alternative flights. The widespread travel chaos underscored the persistent struggles within the airline industry, as disruptions continued to plague the busiest travel corridors.

Flight Cancellations and Delays Across US Airlines

The table below shows the flight cancellations and delays for various U.S. airlines. It reveals Southwest Airlines experienced the most cancellations and delays, while PSA Airlines had the highest cancellation percentage. Overall, delays are common across the industry, affecting both large and small carriers.

Flight Cancellations and Delays by US Airports (By Origin)

The table below provides data on flight cancellations and delays at various U.S. airports. Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW) had the highest number of cancellations (34 flights, 9%) and delays (115 flights, 33%). Houston Bush Intercontinental (IAH) experienced the highest delay percentage at 56%, while airports like Provo Municipal (PVU) and Billings Logan (BIL) reported very few cancellations and delays.

Flight Cancellations and Delays at US Airports (By Destination)

The following table provides data on flight cancellations and delays across various U.S. airports. Dallas-Fort Worth International (DFW) reported the highest number of cancellations (54, 5%) and delays (517, 48%). In comparison, airports like Sidney-Richland Regional (SDY) experienced a very high cancellation percentage at 27%, though they had no delays. Houston Bush Intercontinental (IAH) saw 242 delays, with a notable 36% delay rate.

US Flight Cancellations and Delays

On Monday, the U.S. experienced significant disruptions in air travel, with a total of 5,516 delays and 283 cancellations within, into, or out of the United States. This followed a weekend of considerable flight disruptions, with 3,943 delays and 93 cancellations on Saturday, and 4,996 delays with 86 cancellations on Sunday. The disruptions highlight ongoing challenges in air travel, with delays and cancellations affecting a substantial number of flights throughout the weekend and into Monday.

Over 5500 delays and 283 cancellations hit US airports, as Breeze, PSA, Alaska, Envoy, Frontier, United, Southwest caused widespread travel chaos across Philadelphia, Charlotte, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington, Tampa, Dallas, and more.

Conclusion

Over 5,500 delays and 283 cancellations caused widespread travel chaos across U.S. airports, with Breeze, PSA, Alaska, Envoy, Frontier, United, and Southwest at the center of the disruptions. Major cities like Philadelphia, Charlotte, San Francisco, Chicago, Washington, Tampa, and Dallas were significantly impacted. Operational challenges, including staffing shortages, weather issues, and technical difficulties, contributed to the widespread delays and cancellations, leaving passengers frustrated and stranded. This chaos highlights the ongoing struggles within the airline industry, continuing to disrupt travel for many across the country.

Data source: FlightAware and Airports.