Air Travel Recovers Post-Snowstorm, Yet Thousands Still Face Cancellations
Air travel in Central Canada is showing signs of recovery following a significant snowstorm that impacted the region. Cleanup crews have worked diligently to remove snow from runways, facilitating the resumption of flights.
Air Travel Recovery Post-Snowstorm
According to aviation analytics firm Cirium, as of late Tuesday morning, Toronto’s Pearson Airport experienced 46 flight cancellations, approximately 11 percent of scheduled departures. This marks a substantial improvement from the previous day, when the airport reported ten times that amount.
Record Snowfall and Its Impact
- Toronto received an unprecedented 46 centimeters of snow on Sunday.
- This snowfall made January 2026 the snowiest month since records began in 1937.
Other regions also faced flight cancellations. Quebec City and Halifax reported about 10 percent of their departures canceled. In contrast, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, saw even higher figures, with over 22 percent of flights affected by ongoing adverse weather conditions.
Disruptions in Key U.S. Cities
For Canadians flying to or from major U.S. cities such as Dallas, Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C., travel disruptions remain significant. Statistics indicate that 35 to 40 percent of departures at some airports in these locations have been canceled or delayed.
Current Conditions
Across eastern North America, crews are actively de-icing planes and managing snow accumulation on runways. While this has resulted in minor delays, efforts are ongoing to normalize flight schedules.
This report is adapted from news first published by The Canadian Press on January 27, 2026, highlighting the resilience of air travel amid challenging winter weather.
