18 flights canceled between Santo Domingo and New York due to bad weather

JSBy Joan SanzCurated by Joan Sanz. · July 21, 2026 · Follow on LinkedIn

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Bad weather on the US East Coast keeps hitting Dominican air connectivity hard. According to Actualidad Diaria RD, 18 flights between Santo Domingo and New York were canceled in a single day.

The worst-hit airport was Las Américas International Airport (SDQ). Airlines operating the route, Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines and United, had to suspend operations for safety. Runway closures at JFK and Newark due to winter storms caused this domino effect.

Flights canceled: 18 in total
Affected route: Santo Domingo - New York
Cause: Extreme bad weather in the US
Consequence: Stranded passengers and massive rescheduling.

My take: this reminds us that Dominican connectivity is still vulnerable to external weather factors. But look, the quick response from airlines and MITUR shows the country has the capacity to react. What matters is that industry professionals keep communication channels with passengers and airlines fluid. This is not a crisis, it's a chance to improve contingency protocols.

Quick questions

How many flights were canceled between SDQ and New York?

18 flights were canceled in a single day between Santo Domingo and New York, affecting all airlines on the route.

Why were the flights canceled?

Due to extreme bad weather on the US East Coast, with winter storms closing runways at airports like JFK and Newark.

Which Dominican airport was most affected?

Las Américas International Airport (SDQ) was the most affected, with most cancellations concentrated there.

Which airlines canceled flights on this route?

Delta, JetBlue, American Airlines and United all temporarily suspended operations between Santo Domingo and New York for safety.

What should affected passengers do?

Check their flight status on the airline's website and contact customer service to rebook at no extra cost.

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