Some FL Airports Close, Flights Canceled Ahead Of Hurricane Milton

FLORIDA — As Hurricane Milton makes its way across the Gulf as a Category 5 storm, several Florida airports have already announced their closures and flight cancellations midweek.

Here’s the status of airports in several major Florida cities:

Jacksonville International Airport

The airport will remain open as long as airlines continue to operate as of Monday afternoon, officials said. . Travelers should check their flight status with their airlines for the most up-to-date information.

Miami International Airport

MIA is open as of Monday afternoon, officials said. Travelers should confirm their flight status with their airline for potential updates.

Orlando International Airport

Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport will cease commercial flights and private operations by Wednesday morning, officials said.

The airport, which is not an authorized shelter, will stay open to accept emergency aid and relief flights. Commercial flights will resume after damage assessment following the storm.

Travelers should check with their airlines for specific flight information.

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport

SRQ will close Tuesday at 4 p.m. The airport “will reopen once safe to do so,” officials said.
Travelers should contact their airlines directly about specific flight statuses.

Southwest Florida International Airport

This Fort Myers-area airport was operating as of 6 a.m. on Monday, officials said. Travelers should check with their airlines for the most updated information.

St. Petersburg Clearwater Airport

The airport terminal will close after the last flight on Tuesday and remain closed Wednesday and Thursday. The airport is in a mandatory evacuation zone and is not a public shelter, officials said.
Check with airlines for information about specific flights.

Tampa International Airport

TPA is suspending all commercial and cargo flights as of Tuesday at 9 a.m. and will “reopen when safe to do so,” officials said. The airport, which is in a Zone A evacuation area, isn’t a shelter for people or vehicles.

Travelers should check with airlines for specific flight information.

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