January is a great time to visit Disney World. You get cooler temperatures (and sometimes, it gets downright COLD). The holiday crowds have died down a bit (but you can often still see all the holiday decorations in the parks well into January). Things tend to be a little calmer and quieter this time of year.

Orlando International Airport

However, if you’re FLYING to Disney World in January, there can often be some problems. That’s because January generally brings wintry weather, which can result in flight delays and cancelations. We’re already seeing that become an issue at Orlando International Airport today, where a ton of flights have already been delayed, while others have been canceled.

According to FlightAware, 144 flights have already been delayed at Orlando Internation Airport, with 25 flights being outright canceled. The airlines that seem the most affected are Southwest, Spirit, and Allegiant Air, although other airlines have also reported cancelations.

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According to Forbes, Winter Storm Blair is hitting the Midwest pretty hard right now, bringing snow and ice conditions to many airports across the country. Over 2,500 flights have already been affected in the U.S. due to this weather. It’s likely more delays and cancellations will happen over the course of the next day or so.

Orlando International Airport

If you are flying today, you’ll want to be prepared just in case your flight is impacted. Be sure to have a way for your airline to notify you in the event of delays and cancellations. You can generally sign up for text alerts, but it’s also a good idea to have your airline’s app on your phone so you can check your flight’s status often. 

You may be able to change your travel plans or get a refund depending on your airline or whether you have a travel insurance policy. The credit card you used to book travel may also compensate you for flight, as well as compensate you for additional travel costs you incur during such events.

Stay tuned to DFB for more.

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