With the 2025 hurricane season officially underway as of
June 1, travelers may want to know which airports are most prone to
weather-related delays before locking in their summer travel plans.
Though we haven’t yet seen a major hurricane blow through,
airports across the U.S. are already seeing a large number of flights
disrupted or cancelled due to weather disruptions.
According to DOT airport stats– analyzed by the experts at
InsureMyTrip – these U.S.
airports had the highest weather delay rates:
- Dallas/Fort Worth International – 1.44%
- Minneapolis–St. Paul International – 1.23%
- Detroit Metropolitan – 1.21%
- Will Rogers World, Oklahoma City – 1.02%
- Gerald R. Ford International, Grand Rapids –
1.00%
Those with the lowest weather delay rates include:
- Oakland International – 0.16%
- Kahului Airport, Maui – 0.23%
- Hollywood Burbank Airport – 0.28%
- San Jose International – 0.37%
- Baltimore/Washington International – 0.38%
Why It Matters
Travelers take risks when booking during stormy seasons. High
wind gusts and inclement weather can cause flight delays, and hurricanes come
with their own set of complications for travel.
Delays can quickly derail a vacation – especially during
hurricane season. That’s why experts recommend travel insurance with trip delay
coverage.
Depending on the policy:
Trip Delay Coverage can reimburse travelers for
meals, accommodations, and other essential expenses when flights are delayed
for a covered reason (like severe weather), typically after a minimum delay
threshold (often 6+ hours).
Trip Interruption Coverage may help if your trip is
cut short due to weather emergencies – covering non-refundable expenses like
tours, hotel bookings, or missed connections.
Missed Connection Coverage can provide additional
reimbursement for travelers who miss a departure due to weather and need to
catch up to their itinerary.
24/7 Assistance Services from insurers can help
rebook flights, arrange emergency lodging, or provide support if you’re
stranded far from home.
Suzanne Morrow, CEO/travel insurance expert at InsureMyTrip said in a statement, “Understanding
how likely weather is to impact your departure or arrival airport can make a
big difference. If you’re flying through weather-prone regions, travel
insurance with trip delay coverage can protect your plans and your wallet.”
She added, “When
booking summer travel during hurricane season, it pays to do your homework.
Knowing which airports are most prone to weather delays can help you plan
smarter – and pairing that knowledge with the right travel insurance provides
an added layer of protection.”
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