PUNTA CANA, Dominican Republic — A severe winter storm sweeping across North America has triggered widespread flight cancellations affecting Punta Cana International Airport, disrupting travel plans for thousands of passengers heading to the Caribbean destination.
The powerful winter weather system, which has blanketed large swaths of the United States and Canada, has created significant operational challenges for airlines, forcing carriers to suspend service on multiple routes connecting major North American hubs to Punta Cana.
Among the affected routes are flights originating from key departure cities including Newark, New York, Philadelphia, Charlotte, Atlanta, Dallas, and Washington, as well as service from Toronto. The cascading cancellations have left countless travelers stranded and forced to reschedule their Caribbean getaways.
The impact of the storm extends far beyond airport terminals. In Texas alone, the severe weather has knocked out power to more than 47,000 homes, underscoring the intensity and widespread nature of the winter system battering North America.
For travelers planning trips to Punta Cana, the disruptions serve as a reminder of how unpredictable winter weather can affect international travel schedules. Airlines have advised passengers to check flight status regularly and contact their carriers for rebooking options as conditions improve.
The situation highlights the interconnected nature of modern air travel, where weather events in North America can have immediate ripple effects on Caribbean tourism and hospitality sectors that depend heavily on US and Canadian visitors.
