Mass Disruptions at Boston Logan: 88 Flights Cancelled and Almost 400 Delayed Affecting Multiple International Routes

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt・13 October 2025

Boston Logan International Airport experienced significant operational disruptions with 88 flight cancellations and 393 delays. Major international carriers, including Cape Air, Republic Airways, Lufthansa, and Japan Airlines, saw their flights to and from several countries—including the US, Canada, Germany, UK, Japan, and Turkey—affected. Passengers faced travel uncertainties as these events unfolded, which impacted routes across North America, Europe, and Asia. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for the latest updates and guidance concerning their disrupted journeys.

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Major air travel disruptions hit Boston Logan International Airport, with a reported 88 flight cancellations and 393 delays. The incident affected a wide range of carriers, including Cape Air, Republic Airways, Lufthansa, Japan Airlines (JAL), and potentially more. International routes linking the United States, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Turkey were all impacted, causing broad ripple effects throughout the network.

These cancellations and delays have led to substantial inconvenience for travelers, with passengers experiencing significant interruptions and extended waiting times. The impact spanned both domestic and international flights, as several major carriers had to adjust schedules or ground planes temporarily.

While the precise cause of this disruption was not specified, the effects were immediate and widespread at Boston Logan, one of the Northeast's busiest airports. Travelers connecting through or arriving at Logan are urged to verify their flight status directly with the airlines due to the large number of affected operations. No firm timeline for full resolution was indicated in the information provided.

This disruption highlights the challenges airport operators and airlines face in maintaining schedules when unforeseen events occur. The extensive list of affected airlines and the multitude of disrupted routes underline the scale of the event, emphasizing the need for passengers to stay informed on their specific flight circumstances.

Know your rights

These are your air passenger rights:
Sometimes it’s not immediately clear whether your flight qualifies for compensation. When the cause of the delay or cancellation is uncertain, the following general rights still apply.
Pending eligibility
Your right to care, rebooking, or refund is always guaranteed under EC 261, UK 261, ANAC 400, SHY-PASSENGER, GACA, and the Montreal Convention.

Whether you qualify for monetary compensation depends on the reason for the disruption — this can take time for authorities or the airline to confirm.

Causes like technical faults, crew issues, or operational errors usually make your flight eligible.

However, weather conditions, security threats, or air-traffic restrictions often fall under extraordinary circumstances, which may exempt airlines from paying compensation.

Tip: Keep all travel documents and receipts. You may later prove that your case qualifies for compensation.

Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, you are entitled to a new flight or a refund.

Care and assistance
If your flight is delayed by more than two to four hours, your airline must provide food and drink vouchers.

Accommodation
For overnight delays, airlines must provide hotel stays and transfers, regardless of whether compensation applies.

Communication
You have the right to two phone calls or emails during extended waiting times.

Quick facts

Disruption:

Delays and Cancellations

Cause:

Other

Compensation:

Not eligible for compensation