No airline flights were crossing over Venezuela that day, according to FlightRadar24.com. ADVERTISEMENTAnd major airlines cancelled hundreds of flights across the eastern Caribbean region and warned passengers that disruptions could continue for days after the Federal Aviation Administration imposed restrictions. Another Canadian airline, WestJet, said it cancelled Aruba flights “out of an abundance of caution.”All major US airlines cancelled flights across the Eastern Caribbean Saturday because of the restrictions and adjusted their schedules. The flight disruptions also affected some travellers booked for Caribbean cruises. Cruise operator Virgin Voyages said airline travellers unable to make it to San Juan in time for an upcoming cruise departure would be able to get a full credit for a future trip.

Source: The Telegraph January 04, 2026 07:56 UTC