All Nonstop Flights from Key Hubs Wiped Out (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Las Vegas – Heavy snow from a Nor’easter sweeping the Northeast triggered the cancellation of every nonstop flight from major East Coast airports to Harry Reid International Airport on Monday.[1]
All Nonstop Flights from Key Hubs Wiped Out
Travelers planning direct service from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport faced immediate setbacks, as all 10 scheduled flights to Las Vegas fell victim to the storm.[1] Similar fates struck nine flights from Newark Liberty International and five from Boston Logan International.[1] Ground stops at these hubs stemmed from blizzard conditions that buried the region in snow.
The storm delivered nearly 20 inches of accumulation to New York City, with gusts topping 20 mph.[1] Officials at other East Coast facilities, including LaGuardia, Philadelphia International, and Washington-area airports, reported parallel disruptions.[1] These events created a domino effect, halting inbound traffic thousands of miles away.
Wave of Cancellations Sweeps Harry Reid International
Harry Reid International Airport recorded 60 cancellations and 75 delayed departures overall on Monday.[1] East Coast routes accounted for a significant portion, though operations remained otherwise normal.
An airport representative noted in a statement, “Currently operations are normal at Harry Reid International Airport.”[1] The Clark County Department of Aviation continued to monitor developments alongside federal partners. FlightAware data showed JetBlue Airways shouldering the heaviest burden at the hub.[1]
Live tracking later indicated 16 cancellations at the airport that day, predominantly from East Coast origins like JFK (five flights), Newark (four), and Boston (three).[2]
Airlines Grapple with Storm’s Reach
JetBlue led with seven cancellations tied to the weather, followed by Delta Air Lines (four), United (three), and American Airlines (two).[2] These carriers adjusted schedules amid FAA-mandated traffic reductions at East Coast centers.
| Origin Airport | Cancellations to LAS (Monday) |
|---|---|
| JFK (New York) | 10 |
| Newark Liberty (NJ) | 9 |
| Boston Logan | 5 |
Airport officials urged passengers to verify status directly with airlines, especially for East Coast connections.[1] Forecasts pointed to lingering issues, including 16 Las Vegas-impacted cancellations nationwide on Tuesday and two on Wednesday.[1]
Nationwide Fallout from the Blizzard
The Nor’easter fueled over 5,700 flight cancellations across the U.S., with hubs like LaGuardia (98 percent grounded) and JFK (91 percent) hit hardest.[3] Snow totals soared to 37 inches in parts of Rhode Island and Massachusetts, prompting travel bans in multiple states.
Ripple effects extended beyond the Northeast, as airlines repositioned aircraft and crews.[3] More than 2,000 additional axings occurred the following day. Las Vegas felt these pressures despite clear local skies.
Key Takeaways
- 60 total cancellations and 75 delays at Harry Reid on Monday, driven by East Coast storm.[1]
- JetBlue most impacted, with all nonstops from JFK, Newark, and Boston erased.
- Check airline apps for real-time updates amid forecasts of further disruptions this week.
Passengers navigating this weather snare must prioritize flexibility and communication with carriers. Proactive checks could prevent hours at the gate. What travel disruptions have you encountered from this storm? Share in the comments.
