What Should I Do When My Flight Gets Cancelled?

Sincerely,Terrified Traveler

This post was originally published on December 12th, 2012.

Dear Terrified,You’re not alone.

Here are a few things you’re free to do to make the best of a bad situation.

If you could, venture to avoid travel during heavy storms.

Fly direct instead of stopping in a city prone to bad weather.

see to it youget through security fast, too, so you don’t miss your flight.

And whatever you do:don’t leave for the airport laterjust because your flight has been delayed.

Most importantly, though: pack light.

If you need some packing tips, check outour guide to packing everything in your carry-on.

You’ll essentially skip the line people waiting to rebook.

Check outour post on the subjectfor more info.

If you’re delayed or cancelled, though, it’s more up to the airlines.