Operational challenges at Cancun International Airport resulted in 157 flight delays and 7 cancellations today. The disruptions impacted multiple international carriers.
The operational issues caused a ripple effect across North American travel hubs. Major airports affected include Chicago O’Hare, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Atlanta.
United Airlines, a major U.S. carrier, experienced 21 delays linked to the Cancun disruptions. The airline reported zero cancellations. The high volume of delays contributed to travel uncertainty during the peak holiday period, while American Airlines and Southwest also faced a substantial number of delays.