More than 2,000 U.S. flights have been delayed Tuesday, Oct. 6, as potentially dangerous weather systems move across the country.<\/p>\n
“Afternoon thunderstorm delays are possible in Orlando (MCO), Tampa (TPA), Miami (MIA) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL),:” the Federal Aviation Administration said in its daily traffic report.<\/p>\n
As of about 3 p.m., 247 flights within, into, or out of the U.S. at Florida airports have been delayed, according to live tracking site FlightAware. Nationwide, 69 flights have been canceled, although Florida airport data shows only three canceled here.<\/p>\n
Orlando International Airport (MCO) now has the most delays, with 66, with Miami International Airport (MIA) second with 55. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) has 33 delays, followed by Tampa International Airport (TPA) with 26.<\/p>\n
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At least 765 flights at Florida airports were delayed Monday, out of more than 5,500 U.S. flights nationwide, leaving travelers waiting for hours due to storms and poor conditions along the eastern coast.<\/p>\n
A stalled front drenched parts of the Sunshine State over the weekend and into Monday. More flooding downpours are expected along much of the Southeast this week, according to AccuWeather meteorologists, which could continue to affect travel..<\/p>\n
Here’s what to know.<\/p>\n
How many delays, cancellations reported at Florida airports?<\/p>\n
Here’s the breakdown by airport as of around 3 p.m. Oct. 6. Click the airport names for detailed flight info and updated numbers throughout the day.<\/p>\n
Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 1Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 1Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 33Cancellations: 1<\/p>\n
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 0Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 9Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Key West International Airport (EYW) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 3Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 3Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Miami International Airport (MIA) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 55Cancellations: 2<\/p>\n
Northwest Florida Beaches International (ECP) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 1Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Orlando International Airport (MCO) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 66Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 5Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Pensacola International Airport (PNS) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 4Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
President Donald J Trump International Airport (DJT) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 9Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Punta Gorda Airport (PGD) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 0Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 13Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 15Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 1Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 2Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
Tampa International Airport (TPA) cancellations, delays<\/p>\n
Delays: 26Cancellations: 0<\/p>\n
How do I check if my flight is canceled?<\/p>\n
Don’t wait until you’re already at the airport to check your flight. Monitor your flight early and often, starting now, as cancellations will increase as the weather conditions worsen. <\/p>\n
Download your airline’s mobile app and turn on push and text notifications for alerts about your flight. Some apps have a “Where’s My Plane?” feature that lets you see whether the aircraft scheduled to operate your flight has arrived, is delayed en route, or hasn’t departed yet from its previous airport. That can be an early signal of trouble.<\/p>\n
What should you do if your flight is delayed or canceled? Latest on rebooking, refunds<\/p>\n
If your flight is canceled, use the airline’s mobile app to rebook as soon as possible, according to Scott Keyes, founder of Going. If you need to talk to someone, Keyes suggests calling one of the carrier’s international lines.<\/p>\n
“The best thing travelers can do is to be as proactive as possible switching to a new flight,” Keyes told USA TODAY. “When a flight gets canceled, all of a sudden hundreds of passengers need new itineraries. There may only be a handful of seats left on the best flights, and it’s a first-come, first-(served) endeavor.”<\/p>\n
If your flight is canceled for any reason, you’re entitled to a full refund if you choose not to fly on alternative itineraries offered by your airline. The same goes for “significant” delays or changes.<\/p>\n
C. A. Bridges is a journalist for the USA TODAY Network-Florida’s service journalism Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY.<\/p>\n
(This story was updated to add new information.)<\/p>\n
This article originally appeared on Florida Today: Nearly 250 Florida flights delayed Tuesday due to US storms<\/p>\n
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