This map from the Weather Chanel is chilling in so many ways.
If, like us, you’ve got any flights or other travel planned in the next few days, in or out of the path of this major storm predicted to drop more than a foot of snow in many parts of the country, be prepared for delays, cancellations and hassles.
To help, below are the links to the travel waiver policies U.S. airlines have posted. In most cases, airlines are offering travelers the option to cancel their flights for a full refund/travel credits or to alter flight plans with no with change fees. That is, if you can find and book a new flight scheduled within the few days covered by the waiver policy.
Keep in mind that if your flight is canceled by the airline they may rebook you first. And as the storm continues, airlines will updata and likely extend the dates that waiver policies are in effect.
Stay alert and stay safe.
We are closely monitoring Winter Storm Fern and its potential impact on travel in the coming days. As always, our team is here for you every step of the way.
— americanair (@AmericanAir) January 21, 2026
Visit our Travel Alerts page for the latest updates, flexible travel options and resources to stay prepared:…
As we prep for Winter Storm Fern, flight cancellations are impacting airports in North Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Monitor or adjust your travel in the Delta app or on https://t.co/lVlOjYwO0A. https://t.co/ebw2ODQ7Uo
— Delta (@Delta) January 23, 2026
Airports getting ready too
While airlines are bracing for the storm, airports are revving up the engines on those giant snow plows.
There’s gonna be 0 to 500 inches of snow this wknd. It will be cold. Not hot, but cold. And windy. Probably, but maybe not. The winter weather advisory will start as soon as Giant Eagle runs out of milk 🥶
— Pittsburgh International Airport (@PITairport) January 23, 2026
P.S. We have plows. Like really, really big ones, so don’t worry about…
Our Snow Team is standing by and we will be ready either way.
— Dulles Airport (IAD) (@Dulles_Airport) January 22, 2026
Stay safe, stay warm, don't hoard the milk and toilet paper, and check with your airline before heading to the airport pic.twitter.com/WnNp2BDh1b
We continue to monitor Winter Storm Fern, our teams are preparing the crews and equipment for the wintry conditions forecasted.
— Bush Airport (@iah) January 22, 2026
Your travel plans may be impacted, it is important that you check with your airline directly to get the latest status of your flight.
Stay safe! pic.twitter.com/qTYFRwalXs
