CLEVELAND — As snow continues to fall across the state, hundreds of flights in and out of Ohio are being canceled.
What You Need To Know
- Three major airports in Ohio experienced widespread flight cancellations
- The airports urge travelers to check their flight status with their airline before heading to the airport
- Flight Aware reported more than 1,000 delays in and out of the U.S. on Thursday afternoon
Three major airports in Ohio reported dozens of cancellations from all airlines.
Flight tracking website, Flight Aware, said more than 200 flights have been canceled at each the Cincinnati Kentucky International Airport and John Glenn Airport, and more than 190 have been canceled at the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
A Columbus airport spokesperson said passengers should be prepared and patient.
"With the winter weather that we're experiencing, Columbus travelers can expect widespread cancellations to and really they should contact their airlines if they need any details or specifics on those flights or if they need to rebook," said Sarah McQuaide, manager of communications and marketing for Columbus Regional Airport Authority.
A Cleveland Hopkins International Airport spokesperson said their teams are still actively working to clear snow from the grounds to be ready when flights resume.
"We have a team focused on the runways and taxiways. We have a team focused on the ramp at the airport. And we have teams focused on the public side as well," said Khalid Bahhur, commissioner of airports at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.
Flight Aware reported more than 1,000 delays in and out of the U.S. on Thursday afternoon. Customers are encouraged to check their flight status before heading to the airport.