Hurricane Beryl urgent travel alert – Delta, United and Air Canada align with other airlines in the Cayman Islands for evacuation

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The looming threat of Hurricane Beryl triggers Delta, United and Air Canada to align with other airlines to adjust their flight schedules from July 2-4, 2024.

The airlines are aiming to ensure the safe and timely evacuation of residents and visitors from the Cayman Islands.

Their proactive measures include the addition of extra flights and cancellations where necessary. It reflects their commitment to passenger safety amidst anticipated storm conditions.

Changes in Flight Operations

Tuesday, July 2, 2024: Flights to Kingston have been rescheduled with additional services to accommodate passengers affected by cancellations.

Additional flights to Miami have been added early in the morning to facilitate timely departures.

Wednesday, July 3, 2024: Flights to Kingston have been cancelled, and affected passengers have been moved to earlier flights on Tuesday.

Several additional flights to Miami have been scheduled throughout the day.

Thursday, July 4, 2024: Flights to Kingston remain cancelled with passengers rebooked on later flights.
Domestic flights are currently unaffected, pending further weather updates.

Waivers and Extended Service

Cayman Airways has waived change fees for passengers wishing to adjust their travel plans voluntarily.

This gesture underscores their commitment to accommodating passengers during this critical period.

Furthermore, the airline has extended the operating hours of its reservations call center and ticket office on Grand Cayman to assist customers with their inquiries and booking changes.

Safety Precautions and Contact Information
As Hurricane Beryl approaches, Cayman Airways urges passengers to ensure their contact details are updated for timely notifications regarding any further changes to flight schedules.

Updates can also be managed online through their website or by contacting their reservations call center.

Industry Response

In solidarity with Cayman Airways other airlines including American Airlines, Southwest, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, JetBlue, British Airways, Air Canada and WestJet have also announced similar measures.

Cayman Airways: All change fees for flights are being waived. Additional flights to and from Miami and Kingston have been scheduled to accommodate passengers.

American Airlines: Flight AA367 from Miami has been updated with an additional 68 seats.

Travelers should contact American Airlines directly to book. Change waivers are available for passengers wanting to adjust flight reservations between July 1-5.

Southwest: Waiving all fare difference fees for flights scheduled from July 1-4.
Monitoring Hurricane Beryl’s threat to the Cayman Islands and will adjust their flight schedule based on aircraft availability.

Delta Airlines: Waiving change fees for passengers traveling between July 1-4.
Monitoring Hurricane Beryl’s threat and will adjust flight schedules accordingly based on available aircraft.

United Airlines: Issuing a travel waiver for flights between July 1-4. Passengers can find full details on United.com.

JetBlue: Waiving change/cancellation fees and fare differences for customers traveling from July 1-5.

Passengers opting to cancel flights can request a refund on their original payment method.

British Airways: Waiving change/cancellation fees and fare differences for tickets valid for travel from June 29 to July 5.
Passengers should contact 1-800-247-9297 or their travel agent for rebooking assistance.

Air Canada: Waiving change/cancellation fees and fare differences for tickets valid for travel up to July 5.

WestJet: Waiving change/cancellation fees and fare differences for tickets valid for travel up to July 5.

These updates reflect the airlines’ efforts to support passengers affected by potential disruptions due to Hurricane Beryl, offering flexibility and assistance during this period of uncertainty.

Cayman Airways
As the Cayman Islands prepare for the impact of Hurricane Beryl, Cayman Airways remains dedicated to ensuring the well-being of all passengers and crew members.

The airline’s proactive adjustments to flight schedules, along with the generous waiver policies, reflect their prioritization of safety and customer satisfaction during this challenging time.

For the latest updates and detailed information on flight changes, passengers are encouraged to visit Cayman Airways’ official website or contact their reservations call center directly.

Travel And Tour World aims to provide comprehensive coverage of Cayman Airways’ response to Hurricane Beryl, incorporating key details from authentic sources to inform and assist affected travelers effectively.