19 Aug 2024 | 10:36 PM UTC
US: Flight disruptions ongoing at Denver International Airport, Colorado, as of the afternoon of Aug. 19 due to severe weather
Severe weather disrupting flights at Denver International Airport in Colorado, US, as of the afternoon of Aug. 19.
Flight disruptions, including delays, and several cancellations, are occurring at Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, Colorado, as of the afternoon of Aug. 19 due to thunderstorms. As of 16:30, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had issued a ground delay program for DEN that is slated to remain in effect until at least 21:59; flights have been delayed by an average of 63 minutes. The FAA may extend, modify, or rescind the ground delay program on short notice.
Residual disruptions are likely even after weather conditions improve as airlines work to clear passenger backlogs.
Confirm flight schedules if booked to travel via DEN through at least the morning of Aug. 19; do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Consider making alternative arrangements for time-sensitive travel if necessary.
