News|TravelOver 1,500 flights cancelled as winter storm Devin hits US holiday travelMore than 40 million Americans under winter storm warnings or weather advisories as heavy snow expected.
A significant number of flights across the United States have been affected by winter storm Devin. As of Fri, Dec 27, 2025, FlightAware reported 1,581 flight cancellations and 6,883 delays involving flights within, into, or out of the US.
A significant number of flights across the United States have been affected by winter storm Devin. As of Fri, Dec 27, 2025, FlightAware reported 1,581 flight cancellations and 6,883 delays involving flights within, into, or out of the US.
The US National Weather Service has issued warnings about hazardous travel conditions due to the storm, with heavy snowfall predicted in parts of the Midwest and Northeast. Over 40 million Americans were under winter storm warnings, while an additional 30 million faced flood or storm advisories in California.
New York City anticipated up to 250mm (10 inches) of snow, the highest in four years, with further cold temperatures expected over the weekend. Major airports in New York, including John F Kennedy, Newark Liberty, and LaGuardia, have alerted travelers to possible delays and cancellations. More than half of the disruptions occurred at these airports.
A significant number of flights across the United States have been affected by winter storm Devin.
JetBlue Airways: 225 flights cancelled. Delta Air Lines: 212 flights cancelled. Republic Airways: 157 flights cancelled. American Airlines: 146 flights cancelled. United Airlines: 97 flights cancelled.
JetBlue spokesperson reported approximately 350 flight cancellations over two days, primarily in the Northeast where the airline has major operations.
On the US West Coast, winter storms have resulted in the wettest Christmas season in Southern California in 54 years. Despite a decrease in rainfall around Los Angeles, the National Weather Service warned of potential flash flooding and mudslides. Firefighters rescued over 100 individuals in Los Angeles County, including 21 people airlifted from stranded vehicles.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
