On July 5, 2026, flight operations at Chicago airports were significantly affected by a large number of delays and cancellations. In total, 861 flights were delayed and 184 flights were cancelled throughout the day, causing widespread disruptions.
Several major carriers experienced operational challenges including Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines, and Republic Airlines. These disruptions impacted flights on routes across the United States as well as various international destinations such as Germany, France, Italy, and Japan.
