Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Travelers Stranded Across the US as Spirit Airlines Suspends 35 Flights and Delays Over 100, Affecting Major Routes in Newark, Orlando, Detroit, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Beyond
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February 18, 2026
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Travelers across the US are facing significant disruptions as Spirit Airlines suspends 35 flights and delays over 100, impacting major routes in Newark, Orlando, Detroit, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and beyond. The unexpected cancellations and delays have left passengers stranded at airports nationwide, scrambling for alternate travel options. As one of the busiest airlines in the US, Spirit’s operational challenges have caused frustration and confusion among travelers who were expecting smooth journeys. The airline, known for its budget-friendly services, has not provided specific reasons for the widespread disruptions. Major routes between key cities such as Newark and Miami are among the most affected, with travelers reporting long wait times and limited customer support. With travel plans in turmoil, many passengers are uncertain about when they will be able to reach their destinations. This ongoing issue highlights the vulnerability of the airline industry to unforeseen disruptions.
Affected Cities and Airports
The cities and airports impacted by Spirit Airlines’ flight suspensions and delays include Newark, New Jersey (Newark Liberty Intl – KEWR), Orlando, Florida (Orlando Intl – KMCO), Detroit, Michigan (Detroit Metro Wayne Co – KDTW), Fort Lauderdale, Florida (Fort Lauderdale Intl – KFLL), Miami, Florida (Miami Intl – KMIA), LaGuardia, New York (LaGuardia – KLGA), Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (Myrtle Beach Intl – KMYR), Baltimore, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington Intl – KBWI), Atlantic City, New Jersey (Atlantic City Intl – KACY), San Antonio, Texas (San Antonio Intl – KSAT), Charlotte, North Carolina (Charlotte/Douglas Intl – KCLT), Nashville, Tennessee (Nashville Intl – KBNA), Richmond, Virginia (Richmond Intl – KRIC), John Wayne, California (John Wayne – KSNA), and Las Vegas, Nevada (Harry Reid Intl – KLAS). These airports represent key hubs across the United States, with many travelers experiencing significant delays and cancellations.
Flight CancellationsFlight IDAircraft TypeOrigin AirportDestination AirportScheduled Departure TimeNKS1066A320Newark Liberty Intl (KEWR)Orlando Intl (KMCO)Tue 05:10 AM ESTNKS260A321Detroit Metro Wayne Co (KDTW)Fort Lauderdale Intl (KFLL)Tue 05:55 AM ESTNKS2073A321Newark Liberty Intl (KEWR)Detroit Metro Wayne Co (KDTW)Tue 06:09 AM ESTNKS990A21NMiami Intl (KMIA)Detroit Metro Wayne Co (KDTW)Tue 06:10 AM ESTNKS1604A321Southwest Florida Intl (KRSW)Chicago O’Hare Intl (KORD)Tue 06:10 AM ESTNKS1988A320Miami Intl (KMIA)LaGuardia (KLGA)Tue 06:12 AM ESTNKS2251A320Myrtle Beach Intl (KMYR)Newark Liberty Intl (KEWR)Tue 06:25 AM ESTNKS1240A320Baltimore/Washington Intl (KBWI)Fort Lauderdale Intl (KFLL)Tue 06:30 AM ESTNKS991A321Orlando Intl (KMCO)Newark Liberty Intl (KEWR)Tue 06:31 AM ESTNKS1700A320Fort Lauderdale Intl (KFLL)Myrtle Beach Intl (KMYR)Tue 06:40 AM ESTNKS3203A20NFort Lauderdale Intl (KFLL)Baltimore/Washington Intl (KBWI)Tue 06:45 AM ESTNKS1410A320LaGuardia (KLGA)Myrtle Beach Intl (KMYR)Tue 07:10 AM ESTNKS200A321Atlantic City Intl (KACY)Fort Lauderdale Intl (KFLL)Tue 07:10 AM ESTNKS3065A320San Antonio Intl (KSAT)Orlando Intl (KMCO)Tue 06:10 AM CSTNKS2189A320Charlotte/Douglas Intl (KCLT)Miami Intl (KMIA)Tue 07:10 AM ESTNKS720A320Orlando Intl (KMCO)Nashville Intl (KBNA)Tue 07:30 AM ESTNKS167A320Richmond Intl (KRIC)Fort Lauderdale Intl (KFLL)Tue 08:10 AM ESTNKS1701A320Myrtle Beach Intl (KMYR)Fort Lauderdale Intl (KFLL)Tue 09:19 AM ESTNKS714A320John Wayne (KSNA)Harry Reid Intl (KLAS)Tue 06:55 AM PSTNKS3508A320LaGuardia (KLGA)Orlando Intl (KMCO)Tue 10:05 AM ESTOverview of Flight Cancellations
The flight cancellations from Spirit Airlines have caused widespread disruptions across multiple major U.S. airports. A total of 35 flights were suspended, affecting key routes from cities such as Newark, Orlando, Detroit, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami, among others. Passengers flying on routes like Newark to Orlando, Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, and Miami to Detroit faced cancellations that left them stranded at airports. Many of these flights were scheduled for early morning departures, with the first cancellations occurring as early as 5:10 AM EST and continuing throughout the day. Airports such as Newark Liberty Intl (KEWR), Miami Intl (KMIA), and Fort Lauderdale Intl (KFLL) bore the brunt of the cancellations, with affected travelers forced to seek alternative arrangements or wait for rescheduled flights. Spirit Airlines has yet to provide specific details on the cause of these cancellations, but the disruption has significantly impacted passengers’ travel plans across the country.
The widespread flight cancellations and delays caused by Spirit Airlines have left many travelers stranded and frustrated across key U.S. airports. With 35 flights suspended and over 100 delays affecting major routes in cities like Newark, Orlando, Detroit, and Miami, the airline’s operational disruptions have caused significant travel chaos. While Spirit Airlines has not yet clarified the reasons behind these issues, passengers are left uncertain about their travel plans. This incident highlights the vulnerability of air travel and the far-reaching impact such disruptions can have on both airlines and passengers.
Source: FlightAware and affected airports
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