Michigan Airports Listed In America’s 10 Worst For Flight Delays

Flying in or out of Michigan this winter? Oh, you brave soul. Whether it's Detroit Metro (DTW) or the 'charming' Houghton Airport (CMX), you've more than likely experienced the 'joy' of sitting on the edge of your uncomfortable terminal seat as you watch your flight time slowly crawl from ON TIME to DELAYED. As a matter of fact, two of Michigan's airports are among the ten airports in America with the highest percentage of flights canceled due to weather.

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Michigan's winters are nasty; they can sometimes launch a full-blown assault on your travel plans. Snow, ice, freezing temperatures--this isn't just winter. It's an attack on your desire to get away from Michigan's gloomy, slippery, and frigid winter months.

 The Worst Time of Day to Fly During Michigan Winters

On behalf of my fellow stressed-out travelers, I apologize. In our minds, one delayed flight in Michigan isn't going to be the only obstacle now. Ever heard of the domino effect? One plane's delay can snowball into missed connections, canceled plans, and endless airport snacks that wreak havoc on your digestive system.

According to Generali Global Assistance, the best way to avoid airport delays during the snowier and colder months is to avoid booking afternoon flights. By that time of day, airports look like the set of a Rankin/Bass production after a visit from the Snow Miser.

Best Time to Fly to Avoid Michigan Winter Flight Delays

The travel protection experts at InsureMyTrip recommend leaving as early in the morning as possible to avoid nasty Michigan snow, ice, and wind. While it's not foolproof, it gives you better odds of leaving on time.

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So, which two Michigan airports managed to crack the top 10 of America's highest percentage of flights canceled due to weather? Bring a book, pack a battery charger, and download some movies if you're flying out of Grand Rapids (GRR) or Detroit Metro (DTW). Keep scrolling for the complete list to find out where they fell in the top ten.