Air travel in Chicago faced significant disturbances on July 6, 2026, as a total of 861 flights were delayed and 184 flights were canceled at the city’s major airports. These disruptions affected operations throughout the day, causing considerable delays for thousands of travelers.
Several major carriers were impacted, including Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines, and Republic Airways. The interruptions were not limited to domestic travel alone; international flights connecting to destinations such as Germany, France, Italy, and Japan also experienced delays and cancellations. Both Chicago O’Hare International Airport and Chicago Midway International Airport were involved in the affected operations.
