Over 150 Flights Cancelled and Delayed Across Mexico and Argentina as Volaris, Aeroméxico, JetBlue, American, United, and LATAM Airline Struggle at Cancun, Mexico City, Guadalajara, Los Cabos, Buenos Aires, and Ushuaia Airports Amid New Severe Weather

Over 150 flights were cancelled or delayed across Mexico and Argentina as severe weather disrupted operations for major airlines including Volaris, Aeroméxico, JetBlue, American, United, and LATAM Airline at key airports like Cancun, Mexico City, Guadalajara, Los Cabos, Buenos Aires, and Ushuaia. A sweeping weather system brought heavy rain, strong winds, and low visibility, triggering widespread delays and cancellations that rippled through both domestic and international schedules. From tourist-heavy beach hubs like Cancun and Los Cabos to busy metro airports in Mexico City and Buenos Aires, carriers struggled to maintain operations amid storm-related challenges. Passengers faced hours-long waits, rerouted connections, and extended layovers as airlines worked to stabilize their networks throughout the day.

Cancun Faces Wave of Delays Despite Few Cancellations

At Cancun International Airport, a total of 34 flights were delayed, with 1 flight cancelled. Major U.S. and Latin carriers were hit hard. American Airlines, for instance, saw 5 of its flights delayed and 1 cancelled, marking a 10% disruption rate. JetBlue delayed 2 flights, while Avianca Costa Rica had a 100% delay rate for the day. Other affected airlines included Volaris, Spirit, Southwest, United, Iberojet, Condor, LATAM Peru, and Air Canada Rouge. Despite only one flight officially cancelled, the cumulative delays at Cancun caused serious knock-on effects for passengers catching connections in the U.S. and beyond.

Guadalajara Disruption Deepens With Triple Cancellations

At Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in Guadalajara, travelers faced more serious disruption. A total of 18 flights were delayed, and 3 were cancelled, all involving Volaris, one of Mexico’s busiest carriers. Other airlines like AeroMéxico, United, and VivaAerobus also recorded minor to moderate delays, particularly for flights connecting to the U.S.

Mexico City Holds Steady With Delays But No Cancellations

Over at Mexico City’s Benito Juárez International Airport, the weather caused 29 flight delays, although no cancellations were reported. AeroMéxico once again led the numbers with 5 delayed flights, while Volaris accounted for 6 more. American Airlines, Lufthansa, LATAM Peru, United, and Aeroméxico Connect also reported sporadic delays. The impact was felt most in regional and long-haul routes bound for North America and Europe.

Los Cabos Gets Hit by Weather and Cancellations

Los Cabos International Airport didn’t escape the turbulence either. The storm system led to 13 delays and 1 cancellation, with American Airlines once again seeing the most disruption. Volaris, which had a 20% delay rate, joined JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and United in struggling to maintain their schedules. JetBlue faced a 100% delay rate for its flights, further highlighting the severity of weather conditions in Baja California Sur.

Argentina’s Airports Feel the Pinch from Delays

Across the border in Argentina, a string of major airports saw substantial delays, even though there were no cancellations.

• At Jorge Newbery Airport in Buenos Aires, a total of 35 flights were delayed, primarily from Aerolíneas Argentinas, Flybondi, JetSMART, GOL, and LATAM Brasil. Disruption rates ranged from 7% to 17% depending on the carrier.
• Ministro Pistarini International Airport (Ezeiza) recorded 12 delays, mostly involving international carriers such as Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cargo, KLM, and LATAM. These long-haul airlines reported delays up to 50% on specific routes, heavily affecting connections between South America and Europe.
• At the southern tip, Ushuaia-Malvinas Argentinas International Airport saw 2 delays, both involving Aerolíneas Argentinas, which marked a 25% delay rate from this remote and weather-sensitive location.
• Further inland, San Carlos de Bariloche Airport also reported 2 delays, impacting Flybondi and JetSMART.

Airlines Grapple With Compounding Weather Impacts

Leading the disruption count was Volaris, which faced delays and cancellations across multiple hubs including Cancun, Guadalajara, and Mexico City. AeroMéxico followed closely, with a notable presence in delayed operations at nearly every Mexican airport impacted. U.S.-based airlines such as American Airlines, United, and JetBlue were affected mainly at Cancun and Los Cabos, where incoming storms interrupted their international routes.

International carriers such as LATAM, Lufthansa, KLM, British Airways, and Air France also felt the weight of the delays, particularly at Buenos Aires’ international hub, where incoming transatlantic flights were caught in the storm pattern. JetSMART and Flybondi, both growing domestic players in Argentina, reported significant delays on internal South American routes as well.

Mexico

Cancun International Airport (CUN)

• Total Delays: 34
• Total Cancellations: 1
• Airlines Affected:
  • American Airlines: 5 delayed (10%), 1 cancelled (2%)
  • AeroMéxico: 1 delayed (2%)
  • Aerolíneas Argentinas: 1 delayed (50%)
  • Avianca: 2 delayed (20%)
  • Condor: 1 delayed (50%)
  • Iberojet: 1 delayed (50%)
  • JetBlue: 2 delayed (9%)
  • LATAM Peru: 1 delayed (25%)
  • Avianca Costa Rica: 2 delayed (100%)
  • Spirit: 1 delayed (6%)
  • Air Canada Rouge: 2 delayed (25%)
  • Southwest: 2 delayed (5%)
  • TUI Airways: 1 delayed (20%)
  • United Airlines: 3 delayed (6%)
  • Volaris: 4 delayed (6%)
  • WestJet: 2 delayed (12%)

Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL – Guadalajara)

• Total Delays: 18
• Total Cancellations: 3
• Airlines Affected:
  • Volaris: 6 delayed (3%), 3 cancelled (1%)
  • AeroMéxico: 2 delayed (4%)
  • United Airlines: 1 delayed (16%)
  • VivaAerobus: 3 delayed (3%)

Licenciado Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX – Mexico City)

• Total Delays: 29
• Total Cancellations: 0
• Airlines Affected:
  • American Airlines: 2 delayed (9%)
  • AeroMéxico: 5 delayed (1%)
  • Lufthansa: 1 delayed (50%)
  • LATAM Peru: 1 delayed (50%)
  • Aeroméxico Connect: 4 delayed (3%)
  • United Airlines: 1 delayed (3%)
  • VivaAerobus: 3 delayed (3%)
  • Volaris: 6 delayed (5%)

Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)

• Total Delays: 13
• Total Cancellations: 1
• Airlines Affected:
  • American Airlines: 4 delayed (18%), 1 cancelled (4%)
  • Alaska Airlines: 1 delayed (5%)
  • JetBlue: 2 delayed (100%)
  • United Airlines: 2 delayed (10%)
  • Volaris: 4 delayed (20%)

Argentina

San Carlos de Bariloche International Airport (BRC)

• Total Delays: 2
• Total Cancellations: 0
• Airlines Affected:
  • Flybondi: 1 delayed (12%)
  • JetSMART: 1 delayed (7%)

Ushuaia – Malvinas Argentinas International Airport (USH)

• Total Delays: 2
• Total Cancellations: 0
• Airlines Affected:
  • Aerolíneas Argentinas: 2 delayed (25%)

Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP – Buenos Aires)

• Total Delays: 35
• Total Cancellations: 0
• Airlines Affected:
  • Aerolíneas Argentinas: 18 delayed (8%)
  • Flybondi: 8 delayed (17%)
  • GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes: 2 delayed (9%)
  • JetSMART: 5 delayed (7%)
  • Sky Airline: 1 delayed (50%)
  • LATAM Brasil: 1 delayed (10%)

Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE – Buenos Aires)

• Total Delays: 12
• Total Cancellations: 0
• Airlines Affected:
  • Air France: 1 delayed (50%)
  • Aerolíneas Argentinas: 3 delayed (7%)
  • British Airways: 1 delayed (50%)
  • Lufthansa: 1 delayed (25%)
  • Flybondi: 1 delayed (12%)
  • Lufthansa Cargo: 1 delayed (25%)
  • KLM: 2 delayed (50%)
  • LATAM: 2 delayed (40%)

Over 150 flights were cancelled or delayed across Mexico and Argentina as severe weather disrupted operations for Volaris, Aeroméxico, JetBlue, American, United, and LATAM Airlines at major airports including Cancun, Mexico City, Guadalajara, Los Cabos, Buenos Aires, and Ushuaia. Strong winds, heavy rain, and low visibility triggered widespread delays and cancellations across both domestic and international routes.

Passengers Warned to Check Flight Status Before Heading Out

Authorities and airlines are urging travelers flying from or into Mexico and Argentina to check real-time flight status, particularly in the evening and overnight hours, as bad weather continues to sweep through both regions. Passengers are also advised to leave buffer time for connections and prepare for possible rebookings or overnight layovers if the storm system doesn’t ease in the coming hours.