On November 10, 2026, 803 flights within the United States were delayed and 56 canceled as of 9:35 a.m. EST, according to flight tracking service FlightAware. Globally, 10,766 flights experienced delays and 442 were canceled at the same time.
Weather Causes Delays at Major Airports
The Federal Aviation Administration identified wind as a primary factor for delays at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), and Washington-area airports including Baltimore/Washington International (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).
Thunderstorms and low cloud cover contributed
to disruptions at Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and San Antonio International Airport (SAT). Additionally, low clouds impacted operations in San Diego International Airport (SAN) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
Travel Guidance Amid Disruptions
Passengers are advised to monitor flight status continuously using airline websites or mobile apps. Enabling notifications is recommended for updates on gate changes, delays, and cancellations. Travelers with connections should allow extra time at busy airports to accommodate potential delays.
It is also advisable to keep essential items in carry-on luggage to maintain access during extended waits. Reviewing airline refund and rebooking policies can assist travelers in managing itinerary
changes.
Expert Advice on Handling Cancellations
Eryn Gordon, a TedX speaker on ethical travel and founder of Earth to Editorial, emphasized viewing cancellations as planning challenges rather than emergencies. Gordon advised passengers to screenshot rebooking policies before travel to facilitate smoother adjustments.
Gordon cautioned against immediately accepting the first available seat after a cancellation, warning that doing so could result in being stranded overnight at a connecting airport with checked baggage on another flight.
