Traveling by air can be a mixed bag of experiences, and recent data from AirHelp sheds light on which airports provided smoother journeys and which ones left travelers in the lurch. Analyzing flight disruptions throughout May 2024, AirHelp identified the ten US airports that grappled with the most disruptions, as well as those that offered a more seamless travel experience.
The Worst Airports to Fly Out of:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport – 45.6% of flights disrupted
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport – 40.6% of flights disrupted
Charlotte Douglas International Airport – 37.8% of flights disrupted
O’Hare International Airport – 34.7% of flights disrupted
Miami International Airport – 31.7% of flights disrupted
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport – 30.5% of flights disrupted
Orlando International Airport – 30.5% of flights disrupted
Denver International Airport – 28.7% of flights disrupted
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport – 28.4% of flights disrupted
Ronald Reagan National Airport – 27.8% of flights disrupted
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport claimed the undesirable top spot, with nearly half of its flights experiencing disruptions. The Lone Star State dominated the list, with two Texas airports in the top three positions. Additionally, Florida featured prominently, with three airports making the list of worst performers.
The Best Airports to Fly Out of:
Salt Lake City International Airport – 18.6% of flights disrupted
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport – 20.8% of flights disrupted
John F. Kennedy International Airport – 21.8% of flights disrupted
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport – 22.1% of flights disrupted
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport – 23.3% of flights disrupted
Boston Logan International Airport – 23.4% of flights disrupted
New York LaGuardia Airport – 23.6% of flights disrupted
Philadelphia International Airport – 23.6% of flights disrupted
Los Angeles International Airport – 24.2% of flights disrupted
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport – 24.6% of flights disrupted
Utah’s Salt Lake City International Airport emerged as the frontrunner for providing a smooth travel experience, with only 18.6% of its flights experiencing disruptions. Northeast airports, including those in New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia, garnered favorable rankings, along with West Coast hubs and select Midwestern airports.
As air travel continues to rebound and passenger volumes increase, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) anticipates a busy summer travel season, urging travelers to remain patient and informed amidst potential disruptions. With ongoing efforts to enhance safety and efficiency, travelers can look forward to smoother journeys ahead, whether navigating the skies from bustling metropolises or tranquil corners of the country.
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