Florida Airports Reopen After Hurricane Milton Causes Massive Flight Disruptions

Thousands of flights were canceled across Florida as airports assess damage and resume operations following the Category 5 hurricane.

Hurricane Milton led to over 3,600 flight cancellations in Florida, affecting major airports such as Tampa and Orlando.
Tampa International Airport plans to reopen at 8 a.m. on Friday after assessing damage from extreme winds and heavy rainfall.
Orlando International Airport began limited domestic arrivals Thursday evening, with full operations expected by Friday.
Some airports, including Sarasota-Bradenton and St. Pete-Clearwater, remain closed as damage assessments and repairs continue.
Miami International Airport stayed operational throughout the storm, though it experienced significant flight cancellations and delays.