Published on : 12 Nov 2026
US airlines recorded 1,104 delays and 66 cancellations on flights within, into or out of the United States on Wednesday, November 11, according to FlightAware figures as of 1:57pm Eastern — a moderate day of disruption rather than a nationwide meltdown, with San Francisco the most delayed airport and American Airlines the most delayed carrier.
San Francisco International led the airports with 115 delays, followed by Chicago O’Hare with 92. FlightAware’s airport figures put Los Angeles at 81, Atlanta at 61, Seattle-Tacoma at 54 and Phoenix at 51. American Airlines had the most delayed flights of any carrier, with 205.
These are mid-afternoon counts from Wednesday, not final full-day totals, so the end-of-day figures were likely higher. Here is what the data shows, what isn’t known and what you’re owed if your flight is disrupted — including what to check if you’re flying today, Thursday, November 12.
Published: November 12, 2026 — Thursday Data day: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (Veterans Day) Data time: FlightAware figures as of 1:57pm ET on Nov 11; not a full-day total US totals: 1,104 delays and 66 cancellations within, into and out of the US Most delayed airport: San Francisco (115 delays; about 9% of departures and 9% of arrivals delayed) Most delayed airlines: American 205, Southwest 149, United 117, SkyWest 112 Cause: Not confirmed in the sources I checked; the Bay Area had fog-driven FAA ground stops earlier in the week Federal rules: Airlines must refund cancelled flights if you choose not to travel; weather doesn’t remove that right Best live source: FlightAware’s cancellations and delays page, plus your airline’s app
| Airport | Delays | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco (SFO) | 115 | Highest of any US airport; about 9% of departures and 9% of arrivals delayed |
| Chicago O’Hare (ORD) | 92 | About 3% of departures delayed |
| Los Angeles (LAX) | 81 | Per FlightAware |
| Atlanta (ATL) | 61 | About 2% of arrivals delayed |
| Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) | 54 | Per FlightAware |
| Phoenix (PHX) | 51 | Per FlightAware |
Source: FlightAware, 1:57pm ET on November 11. Counts change through the day, so check FlightAware’s cancellations and delays pages for the final totals.
| Airline | Delays | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 205 | Highest of any major US airline |
| Southwest Airlines | 149 | Second-highest |
| United Airlines | 117 | Third-highest |
| SkyWest | 112 | Operates regional flights for several major airlines |
The sources I checked did not confirm a cause for Wednesday’s delays, so we don’t state one. San Francisco did have a rough start to the week: on Monday, November 9, dense fog and low clouds triggered two FAA ground stops, 187 delays and three cancellations by late morning, and forecasts called for the risk of fog again on Tuesday. When one hub slows, delays often spread to connecting flights at Chicago, Los Angeles, Seattle and Atlanta.
Wednesday was also Veterans Day, when many travellers take long weekends and airports are busier than a typical midweek day. Thursday’s picture depends on whether the weather in the Bay Area and at other hubs improved overnight, so check live status before you leave.
| Situation | What US Rules Say | What to Do |
|---|---|---|
| Flight cancelled | If you choose not to travel on the rebooked option, the airline must refund your ticket — this applies whatever caused the cancellation, including weather | Ask for a refund to your original payment method; keep the cancellation notice |
| Significant schedule change | You can usually request a refund if the change is significant and you decline the alternative | Check the airline’s rules for what counts as significant |
| Delay | No federal rule requires cash compensation for a delay | Ask the airline about rebooking on the next available flight |
| Long delay or overnight | Meals, vouchers and hotels depend on the airline’s own customer-service commitments, which vary by airline | Check your airline’s customer-service plan and keep receipts |
| Missed connection | Airlines generally rebook you on the same ticket | Speak to the airline before buying a new ticket |
| Travel insurance | Some policies cover delay expenses | Read your policy and keep evidence |
General guidance, not legal advice.
Delay and cancellation counts change through the day. We will update this article with FlightAware’s final full-day totals for Wednesday and any FAA programs in effect today.
Posted By : Vinay
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