If your summer plans involve navigating airport security before jetting off to your destination, be prepared for potential flight delays and cancellations. AirHelp, a company specializing in air passenger rights, has gathered nationwide data to pinpoint which airports experienced the most and least flight disruptions in May. To be considered, each airport had to handle at least 10,000 flights last month.
Best US airports for flight disruptions
- Salt Lake City International Airport: 18.6% disruptions
- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport: 20.8% disruptions
- John F. Kennedy International Airport: 21.8% disruptions
- Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport: 22.1% disruptions
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport: 23.3% disruptions
Worst US airports for flight disruptions
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport: 45.6% disruptions
- Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport: 40.6% disruptions
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport: 37.8% disruptions
- Chicago O’Hare International Airport: 34.7% disruptions
- Miami International Airport: 31.7% disruptions
If your flight is delayed or canceled this summer, the US Department of Transportation provides information on airlines’ commitments to help you understand your rights and potential compensation. It’s also wise to have travel insurance to protect your plans; consider these top ten travel insurance companies for the best coverage.