Hundreds of flights have been cancelled and delayed across major airports in New York City and New Jersey after a fresh round of snowy weather over the weekend disrupted post-holiday weekend airline traffic.
Several flights at John F Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Newark Airport faced delays and cancellations throughout Sunday (local time), the New York Emergency Management wrote on X.
“At JFK Airport, there are 193 flight delays and 124 cancellations. Delay times vary,” it said. “At LaGuardia Airport, there are 131 flight delays and 112 cancellations. At Newark Airport, there are 251 flight delays and 14 cancellations, with an average arrival delay of about 49 minutes.”
Weather impacts are affecting air travel across the region today.
At JFK Airport, there are 193 flight delays and 124 cancellations. Delay times vary.
At LaGuardia Airport, there are 131 flight delays and 112 cancellations. Delay times vary.
At Newark Airport, there are 251…
— NYC Emergency Management (@nycemergencymgt) January 18, 2026
The Federal Aviation Administration said delays at both major airports were resolved by late Sunday. As of Sunday evening, delay times were averaging around 49 minutes, the New York Post reported, citing FAA data.
Snowy Weather Hits US
The flight disruptions occurred as the US northeast was hit by a fresh spell of snow and ice. Forecasters predict that New York could receive between two and a half and four inches of snow on Sunday, with freezing temperatures expected to grip the region on Monday.
The National Weather Service (NWS) forecast office in New York said on Sunday that snowfall across the area was expected in two waves. Locations north and west of New York City were forecast to see snow first, with rates rising late Sunday afternoon and into the night after a brief lull, according to Newsweek.
“New York City: Snow is here. We’ve already seen 1–2 inches across the city, with more on the way tomorrow—heaviest between 8 a.m. and noon, and again from 4–7 p.m. If you can, stay off the roads. If you need to travel, give yourself extra time and move with care,” said New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Cold air is expected to move in Monday night, bringing the temperature to as low as 25 degrees Fahrenheit on Tuesday, and in the 20s and 30s afterwards. The frigid conditions will cause fallen snow and slush to refreeze, creating additional travel hazards.
