Flight cancellations are surging this summer. These airports have been hit the hardest.

Air travel during the summer months has been a challenge for many passengers as flight cancellations have surged across airports from Boston to Atlanta compared to the same period in 2024. According to data from FlightAware, the national cancellation rate has increased by about 29%, with 1.8% of flights being canceled this summer compared to 1.4% in 2024. This increase is significant considering that airlines typically see between 1 and 2% of flights canceled on any given day.

From May 21, 2025, to July 14, 2025, there were nearly 256,000 fewer scheduled flights, representing an 18% drop compared to summer 2024. Despite the decrease in the number of flights, the total number of cancellations has been higher by about 1,000 flights. Additionally, the summer of 2025 has seen a higher rate of delays, with 27.3% of flights experiencing delays compared to 25.1% last year. The average delay time has also increased by four minutes to 62 minutes.

The impact of these travel disruptions varies by airport, with many on the East Coast experiencing higher cancellation rates than last year. According to data from Cirium, airports like Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, Boston Logan International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Philadelphia International Airport have all seen significant increases in their cancellation rates this summer.

On the other hand, airports like Miami International Airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport have managed to decrease their cancellation rates compared to last year.

Looking at the overall trend for 2025 so far, the total number of flights in the U.S. has increased by about 3% compared to the same period in 2024. However, cancellations have also gone up by 17%, with the overall cancellation rate rising from 1.31% to 1.53%. Despite the challenges, on-time departures have seen a slight improvement of 0.29%.

In conclusion, the summer of 2025 has presented significant challenges for air travel, with higher cancellation rates and delays impacting airports across the country. Passengers are advised to stay informed and prepared for potential disruptions when planning their travel during this busy season.