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Major Flight Cancellations and Delays Impact Passengers in Colombia, Peru, and Brazil
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Checked by Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Last updated on October 16, 2025
38
Affected flights
3
Affected airports
3
Affected airlines
What Happened
Airlines including Avianca, LATAM, and Delta have canceled 38 flights, with over 300 delays reported at São Paulo, Cusco, and Lima airports, affecting passengers in Colombia, Peru, and Brazil. The disruption has caused widespread travel delays across the region.
Passengers affected by this flight disruption may be eligible for compensation of up to US$650 under passenger rights regulations. Eligibility depends on the circumstances of the disruption.
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Flight Disruption Details
In a substantial disruption to air travel across South America, several airlines have canceled a total of 38 flights and caused more than 300 delays at major airports in São Paulo, Cusco, and Lima. Carriers impacted by these operational issues include Avianca, LATAM, Delta, and other airlines, affecting passengers in Colombia, Peru, and Brazil.
The affected airports, among the largest in their respective countries, have seen significant schedule disruptions, creating widespread inconvenience for travelers. While the precise cause for these disruptions was not specified in the available information, the large number of delays and cancellations has resulted in extensive passenger backlog and travel complications throughout the region.
The situation highlights the scale of the challenge that such disruptions present to airlines and air passengers, underlining the importance of staying informed about flight statuses and rights as travelers navigate unpredictable air traffic conditions.
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.
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
Summary
Disruption
Delays and Cancellations
Cause
Unknown
Status
Current disruption
Compensation
May qualify for compensation
Flights affected
38
Airlines affected
Avianca, LATAM, Delta
Airports affected
São Paulo Airport, Cusco Airport, Lima Airport
Checked by
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated
October 16, 2025
What To Do If Your Flight Is Cancelled
If you're traveling to or from the European Union, here's what to do when your flight is unexpectedly scrubbed:
Gather evidence that your flight was delayed, canceled, or overbooked.
Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the disruption and the reason behind it.
Request an alternative flight to your destination — or a refund if you no longer wish to travel.
Make a note of the arrival time at your final destination.
Ask the airline to provide vouchers for meals and refreshments.
Avoid signing documents or accepting offers that may waive your passenger rights.
If an overnight stay is required, ask the airline to provide accommodation.
Save receipts for any additional expenses caused by the disruption.
