Severe weather continues to ripple through travel plans in Central Florida, with hundreds of flights disrupted at Orlando International Airport even after the worst of the storm has passed.

On Monday, the scale of disruption was significant. Data from FlightAware shows 456 flight cancellations and 590 delays affecting flights in and out of Orlando, creating a backlog that extended into Tuesday.

Disruptions carry into Tuesday morning

By early Tuesday, the situation had improved but remained far from normal.

As of 8 a.m., there were still 122 delays and 74 cancellations recorded at MCO, highlighting the lingering operational impact of the severe weather system.

Inside the airport, the strain on infrastructure and passengers was visible. Security lines grew steadily throughout the morning, as travelers attempted to rebook or catch rescheduled flights.

Overnight strain on passengers

The disruption forced many passengers to stay overnight at the airport. Rest areas filled quickly, with some travelers sleeping on floors and benches as they waited for updates.

Scenes like these are typical during major weather events, when airline schedules become misaligned and recovery takes time even after conditions improve.

Recovery underway but delays persist

Although the most intense phase of the storm has passed, airlines and airport operations are still working through accumulated delays.

Aircraft and crew displacement, along with rescheduling complexities, mean disruptions can continue for hours – or even days – after weather conditions stabilize.

For travelers passing through Orlando today, flexibility remains essential, with ongoing delays likely as the system gradually returns to normal operations.