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July Fourth travel sees unprecedented airport crowds amid massive flight disruptions
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David Slotnick Senior aviation business reporter | The Points Guy

The Fourth of July travel rush is underway, with U.S. airports experiencing some of the busiest days on record despite flight schedule reductions and concerns about summer travel demand. Recent data from FlightAware indicates that more than 40,000 flights have been canceled or delayed since Saturday due to summer thunderstorms affecting various parts of the country.

"Five of the 10 busiest days ever at U.S. airports have come since Memorial Day weekend," according to Transportation Security Administration data reviewed by TPG. This includes June 22, which saw over 3 million passengers pass through TSA checkpoints, setting a new record for single-day travel.

The peak of the holiday weekend rush is expected on Thursday, July 3, as projected by booking app Hopper in its holiday forecast. The return travel days on Sunday and Monday are also anticipated to be among the busiest.

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AAA predicts an increase in Fourth of July flyers this year by approximately 1.4% compared to last year's record-setting numbers. United Airlines expects to serve around 6 million passengers between June 27 and July 7, averaging about 4,800 flights per day.

However, the holiday week has not started smoothly due to an American Airlines computer glitch and severe weather conditions leading to over 4,000 flight cancellations across the U.S., as reported by FlightAware.

Storms affected major East Coast cities on Tuesday, with ground stops implemented at key hubs like Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). More than a quarter of departures were canceled at LGA on Tuesday alone.

Travelers are advised to use airline apps for rebooking when faced with delays or cancellations. Keeping receipts for potential reimbursements through credit card travel insurance is recommended if stranded due to bad weather. Additionally, carrying luggage onboard can help avoid separation from belongings during unexpected changes or tight connections.

Under U.S. Department of Transportation policy, travelers whose flights are canceled or significantly delayed can receive full refunds if they choose not to proceed with their trips.

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