Kansas City, MO – Air travelers heading out for Thanksgiving on Thursday could face flight delays and cancellations across parts of the Great Lakes and Northeast, with wintry weather and gusty winds expected to impact major hubs.
According to the NOAA Aviation Weather Center, snow showers and strong winds are likely to cause travel disruptions at Chicago O’Hare and Midway, while Detroit faces wind gusts and snow. Ceilings and crosswinds may also affect New York airports, including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark, while Washington, D.C. could see wind issues.
Meanwhile, air traffic through the South and much of the West will be largely unaffected. Dallas, Atlanta, Phoenix, Miami, and Los Angeles are not expecting any significant weather-related delays. However, travelers flying out of San Francisco could encounter visibility concerns, and the Pacific Northwest may begin to see storm impacts by Thursday night.
If you’re flying through impacted cities, plan for early check-ins, monitor airline notifications, and prepare for extended waits at terminals. Rebooking flexibility may be key as the storm system tightens its grip on key travel corridors.
Weather-related flight impacts could shift as the system evolves. Stay updated with local forecasts and aviation alerts through the holiday weekend.
