Published on December 23, 2025
Over 5,435 delays and 133 flight cancellations have hit the U.S., with Spirit, Frontier, Alaska, Delta, SkyWest, and PSA facing severe travel chaos. Major airports in New York, Boston, Miami, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Houston are severely impacted. The widespread disruptions have caused significant frustration for passengers, with Spirit and Frontier leading in cancellations, while Alaska, Delta, and SkyWest experienced high delay rates. These challenges highlight the ongoing operational issues within the U.S. airline industry, exacerbating delays at major hubs like Hartsfield-Jackson, Los Angeles International, and Miami International. With thousands of passengers affected, the ripple effects of these disruptions continue to impact travel plans across the country.
Flight Cancellations and Delays in the U.S. Airline Industry
Recent data reveals that U.S. airlines have been grappling with a significant number of delays and cancellations, impacting thousands of passengers. In total, over 5435 flight delays and 133 cancellations were reported across various airlines. Airlines like Southwest experienced the highest number of delayed flights, with Spirit and Frontier facing relatively higher cancellation rates. Meanwhile, airlines such as Hawaiian Airlines recorded the highest delay percentage, with 40% of its flights delayed. The disruptions highlight ongoing challenges in the airline industry, with operational issues affecting customer satisfaction and reliability.
| Airline | Cancelled (#) | Cancelled (%) | Delayed (#) | Delayed (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit | 27 | 5% | 114 | 21% |
| Frontier | 19 | 2% | 249 | 26% |
| American Airlines | 16 | 0% | 669 | 19% |
| Alaska Airlines | 11 | 1% | 222 | 23% |
| Delta Air Lines | 10 | 0% | 438 | 13% |
| SkyWest | 8 | 0% | 404 | 15% |
| Southwest | 7 | 0% | 806 | 18% |
| United | 6 | 0% | 509 | 17% |
| Horizon (ASA) | 4 | 1% | 96 | 30% |
| PSA Airlines (AAL) | 3 | 0% | 95 | 12% |
| JetBlue | 2 | 0% | 236 | 23% |
| Cape Air | 2 | 0% | 26 | 5% |
| Hawaiian Airlines | 1 | 0% | 98 | 40% |
| Republic | 1 | 0% | 105 | 9% |
| Contour Airlines | 1 | 0% | 14 | 13% |
Flight Cancellations and Delays by U.S. Airports
Flight delays and cancellations continue to affect air travel across the U.S., with a significant impact at major airports serving as destinations. Overall, over 5435 delays and 133 cancellations have been reported at these airports. Hawaiian Airlines had the highest delay percentage at 40%, while Spirit Airlines led in cancellations with 27. Southwest Airlines recorded the most delays with 806 flights affected. These figures highlight the ongoing challenges in the airline industry and at U.S. airports, where operational difficulties have led to increased delays and cancellations, significantly affecting passengers.
| Airport | Cancelled (#) | Cancelled (%) | Delayed (#) | Delayed (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) | 6 | 0% | 199 | 16% |
| Los Angeles Intl (LAX) | 6 | 0% | 170 | 18% |
| Miami Intl (MIA) | 6 | 0% | 114 | 13% |
| John F. Kennedy Intl (JFK) | 5 | 0% | 147 | 21% |
| Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) | 4 | 0% | 248 | 21% |
| Chicago O’Hare Intl (ORD) | 4 | 0% | 229 | 17% |
| San Francisco Intl (SFO) | 4 | 0% | 220 | 37% |
| Fort Lauderdale Intl (FLL) | 4 | 0% | 162 | 26% |
| Daniel K. Inouye Intl (HNL) | 4 | 0% | 80 | 16% |
| Philadelphia Intl (PHL) | 4 | 0% | 63 | 13% |
| LaGuardia (LGA) | 4 | 0% | 61 | 12% |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) | 3 | 0% | 131 | 16% |
| Houston Bush Int’ctl (IAH) | 3 | 0% | 127 | 18% |
| Harry Reid Intl (LAS) | 3 | 0% | 107 | 12% |
| Newark Liberty Intl (EWR) | 3 | 0% | 91 | 15% |
| Orlando Intl (MCO) | 2 | 0% | 147 | 20% |
| Seattle-Tacoma Intl (SEA) | 2 | 0% | 138 | 22% |
| San Diego Intl (SAN) | 2 | 0% | 91 | 24% |
| Austin-Bergstrom Intl (AUS) | 2 | 0% | 61 | 16% |
| Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW) | 2 | 0% | 49 | 11% |
| Luis Muñoz Marín Intl (SJU) | 2 | 0% | 48 | 13% |
| Anchorage Intl (ANC) | 2 | 0% | 47 | 11% |
| Nashville Intl (BNA) | 2 | 0% | 42 | 10% |
Flight Cancellations and Delays by U.S. Airports (By Destination)
Flight disruptions are not just limited to airlines; major U.S. airports have also experienced a significant number of delays and cancellations. In total, over 5435 flight delays and 133 cancellations have been recorded across various airports. Among the top airports, San Francisco Intl (SFO) experienced the highest delay percentage at 37%, while airports like Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) and Miami Intl (MIA) had substantial delay figures. This data underscores the challenges that both airlines and airports are facing in managing on-time performance, affecting travelers nationwide.
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| Airport | Cancelled (#) | Cancelled (%) | Delayed (#) | Delayed (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) | 6 | 0% | 199 | 16% |
| Los Angeles Intl (LAX) | 6 | 0% | 170 | 18% |
| Miami Intl (MIA) | 6 | 0% | 114 | 13% |
| John F. Kennedy Intl (JFK) | 5 | 0% | 147 | 21% |
| Dallas-Fort Worth Intl (DFW) | 4 | 0% | 248 | 21% |
| Chicago O’Hare Intl (ORD) | 4 | 0% | 229 | 17% |
| San Francisco Intl (SFO) | 4 | 0% | 220 | 37% |
| Fort Lauderdale Intl (FLL) | 4 | 0% | 162 | 26% |
| Daniel K. Inouye Intl (HNL) | 4 | 0% | 80 | 16% |
| Philadelphia Intl (PHL) | 4 | 0% | 63 | 13% |
| LaGuardia (LGA) | 4 | 0% | 61 | 12% |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) | 3 | 0% | 131 | 16% |
| Houston Bush Int’ctl (IAH) | 3 | 0% | 127 | 18% |
| Harry Reid Intl (LAS) | 3 | 0% | 107 | 12% |
| Newark Liberty Intl (EWR) | 3 | 0% | 91 | 15% |
| Orlando Intl (MCO) | 2 | 0% | 147 | 20% |
| Seattle-Tacoma Intl (SEA) | 2 | 0% | 138 | 22% |
| San Diego Intl (SAN) | 2 | 0% | 91 | 24% |
| Austin-Bergstrom Intl (AUS) | 2 | 0% | 61 | 16% |
| Detroit Metro Wayne Co (DTW) | 2 | 0% | 49 | 11% |
| Luis Muñoz Marín Intl (SJU) | 2 | 0% | 48 | 13% |
| Anchorage Intl (ANC) | 2 | 0% | 47 | 11% |
| Nashville Intl (BNA) | 2 | 0% | 42 | 10% |
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Over 5,435 delays and 133 flight cancellations have hit the U.S., with Spirit, Frontier, Alaska, Delta, SkyWest, and PSA facing severe travel chaos. Major airports in New York, Boston, Miami, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Houston are severely impacted.
Conclusion
Over 5,435 delays and 133 flight cancellations have severely impacted US air travel, with airlines like Spirit, Frontier, Alaska, Delta, SkyWest, and PSA facing significant disruptions. Major airports in New York, Boston, Miami, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Houston have borne the brunt of this chaos, creating widespread frustration among passengers. The scale of these delays and cancellations reflects ongoing operational challenges in the airline industry, highlighting the vulnerabilities in managing air travel across key hubs. As travel chaos continues to affect flight schedules, both airlines and airports will need to address these issues to improve reliability and minimize disruptions for travelers.
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