More than 3.2 million airline passengers in the United States have been hit by flight delays or cancellations since a government shutdown began on October 1. An airline group announced on Monday that air traffic controller staffing shortages are driving these widespread disruptions, leaving travelers uncertain about when normal operations will resume.

Low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines is expediting its exit from Redmond Airport, now setting its last flight for October 20. The accelerated timeline leaves some passengers without flights and has been confirmed by Redmond Airport officials.

Travelers across China are reeling from the sudden cancellation of forty flights by China Eastern and Air China. Major cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong face widespread travel disruptions, leaving passengers searching for alternative arrangements.

In a sudden move, South African Airways (SAA) grounded six flights at three of South Africa’s busiest airports. The cancellations at OR Tambo, King Shaka, and Cape Town International Airport have disrupted travel plans and left many passengers facing delays.

Severe thunderstorms in the Dallas-Fort Worth area led to over 140 American Airlines flight cancellations, affecting routes to Fort Lauderdale, Newark, and Phoenix. Thousands of passengers were left trying to rebook flights amid significant travel disruptions.

A surge of flight cancellations—37 in all—has upended travel plans in Australia and New Zealand. Passengers remain stranded at Melbourne, Perth, Auckland, and other airports, revealing widespread challenges still lingering for the airlines involved.

LATAM and Avianca have canceled five flights across Ecuador, leaving many travelers stranded in Guayaquil and Quito. The airlines have not yet released extensive rescheduling details, and stranded passengers are looking for swift solutions amid ongoing disruptions.

Travelers around the globe are facing a barrage of flight cancellations and delays. British Airways and Vueling Airlines have cut back on countless routes, impacting countries from the UK and Spain to Brazil and Argentina. These disruptions are leaving holidaymakers and business travelers scrambling for alternatives.

An ongoing strike has forced Air Canada to cancel and delay numerous flights, leaving passengers scrambling for solutions. Here’s what travelers need to know about their rights, possible compensation, and alternative ways to reach their destinations.

Air Canada has suspended every Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge flight after its flight-attendant union declined to follow a federal order to resume work. Rolling cancellations now reach into the afternoon of Aug. 19 2025, leaving travelers in search of alternatives while regulators press for an immediate return to duty.