Logan Airport Faces Widespread Flight Disruptions Amid Severe Weather

Boston’s Logan International Airport is experiencing significant flight delays and cancellations on Monday, March 16, 2026, due to a severe storm impacting the East Coast. As of 10:30 a.m., the airport reported 130 delays and 205 cancellations, impacting travel plans for thousands of passengers.

Storm Impacts and Airline Responses

Massport officials have issued a weather advisory warning of high winds and rain, advising passengers to check with their airlines for the latest flight status before heading to the airport. The National Weather Service has issued a high wind warning for eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with potential wind gusts reaching 70 miles per hour. Boston.com reports that airlines are allowing itinerary changes to accommodate affected travelers.

Airline-Specific Policies

• JetBlue: Has canceled approximately 240 flights systemwide through Tuesday, March 17, with the possibility of additional cancellations. JetBlue is waiving change and cancellation fees for customers traveling March 16-17, allowing rebooking through March 21. Refunds are available for canceled flights for bookings made before March 14. Boston.com
• Delta Air Lines: Is waiving fare differences for rebooked travel occurring on or before March 24 in the same cabin class. Change fees will be waived for rescheduling after March 24, though a fare difference may apply. Boston.com
• Southwest: Allows rebooking on March 16 within 14 days of the original travel date and between the original cities, in the original class of service. Customers whose flights are canceled or significantly delayed may be eligible for a refund. Boston.com
• American Airlines: Is waiving change fees for tickets purchased by March 14, scheduled for travel March 16-17, with changes booked by March 17, and travel occurring between March 15-24, without changing the origin or destination city. Boston.com
• United Airlines: Will waive change fees and fare differences for rescheduled trips departing between March 14 and March 22. Tickets must be in the same cabin and between the original cities, and were purchased by March 14 for travel between March 16-17. Boston.com

Accessing Flight Information

Passengers can monitor their flight status using the FlyLogan App or by checking directly with their respective airlines.

Recent Airport Developments

Recent improvements at Logan Airport include renovations to its ten worst bathrooms, demonstrating a continued focus on customer satisfaction. MSN reports on ongoing efforts to enhance the passenger experience.

In October 2025, Massport confirmed that TSA checkpoints at Logan Airport do not have video screens, and did not receive a request to display a video from the Department of Homeland Security regarding a government shutdown. The Boston Globe reported on this matter.