5 Major Airlines Issue Travel Waivers For Weekend Nor’easter—Hundreds Of Flights Delayed
A powerful nor'easter storm has disrupted hundreds of flights in the Northeast US, prompting major airlines to issue travel waivers. The storm brought heavy rain, coastal flooding, and strong winds to the region. Airlines such as Delta and United have waived change fees for weekend travelers. Flight delays and cancellations have been reported at major airports including Boston's Logan Airport and New York-area airports.
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- ✓ Hundreds of flights in the Northeast US were delayed or canceled on Sunday due to the nor'easter storm.
- ✓ More than 300 flights in and out of Boston were canceled on Sunday, about a quarter of the day's schedule.
- ✓ Airlines such as Delta and United have issued travel waivers for flights affected by the nor'easter storm.
- ✓ The nor'easter storm brought heavy rain, coastal flooding, and strong winds to the Northeast US.
What changed
The number of flight delays and cancellations has increased as the storm continues to affect the Northeast US.
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Nor'easter Disrupts Hundreds of Flights, Airlines Issue Waivers
A powerful nor'easter storm has disrupted hundreds of flights in the Northeast US, prompting major airlines to issue travel waivers. The storm brought heavy rain, coastal flooding, and strong winds to the region. Airlines such as Delta and United have waived change fees for weekend travelers. Flight delays and cancellations have been reported at major airports including Boston's Logan Airport and New York-area airports.
Why it matters
The nor'easter storm affected the Northeast US over the weekend of September 25-27, 2026. The storm caused significant disruptions to air travel, with hundreds of flights delayed or canceled. Airlines have offered waivers to help passengers affected by the disruptions.
What is confirmed
- Hundreds of flights in the Northeast US were delayed or canceled on Sunday due to the nor'easter storm.
- More than 300 flights in and out of Boston were canceled on Sunday, about a quarter of the day's schedule.
- Airlines such as Delta and United have issued travel waivers for flights affected by the nor'easter storm.
- The nor'easter storm brought heavy rain, coastal flooding, and strong winds to the Northeast US.
Still unconfirmed
- Hawaii's Big Island is under a hurricane watch as Tropical Storm Nolo strengthens in the Pacific.
What to watch next
- Further flight cancellations and delays
- Impact of the storm on other modes of transportation
- Updates on the storm's trajectory and intensity
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (12)
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- CNBC — Airlines waive change fees ahead of nor'easter as flight disruptions trickle in
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- Forbes — 5 Major Airlines Issue Travel Waivers For Weekend Nor’easter—Hundreds Of Flights Delayed
- WCVB — Nor'easter forces flight, ferry cancellations, delays in Mass.
- WHDH — Whipping winds batter Boston, prompt cancellations at Logan Airport
- johnnyjet.com — 12 Things in Travel You Need to Know Today - JohnnyJet.com
- www.ntd.com — Nor’easter Delays New York Flights as Airlines Issue Travel Waivers | NTD
- www.cnbc.com — Airlines waive change fees ahead of nor'easter as flight ...
- www.usatoday.com — Airlines issue waivers, cruises reroute amid northeast weather
- nomadlawyer.org — 5 Airlines Issue Waivers: Nor'easter Disrupts NE Flights
- www.thetravel.com — Major U.S. Airlines Waive Change Fees For Weekend Travelers ...
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