Government Shutdown Information

UPDATED: 11/13 at 11:35am
While the federal government shutdown is over, impacts to air travel may linger for several days.

Airline flight schedules are expected to normalize in the coming days. Travelers are advised to confirm flight status with their airline prior to heading to the airport.

UPDATED: 11/10 at 3:45pm
BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport remains grateful for the good work of federal colleagues to help ensure safe, efficient travel for passengers. These federal employees continue to work without pay during the government shutdown.

Last week, the FAA directed airlines to reduce flight schedules across the national system during the government shutdown. The FAA is working with the airlines to implement this plan and adjust flight schedules, which is intended to ensure the safety of the national airspace system.

Due to the FAA-mandated flight reductions, passengers may experience cancellations or delays in their travel. The airlines will notify passengers directly regarding specific flight changes. Airlines are working to modify their schedules in a way to minimize impact on their passengers.

Travelers are advised to check flight schedules with their airlines. The BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport website also provides information related to flights and security checkpoint wait times.

We appreciate travelers’ patience and understanding during this unprecedented situation. Safety remains the top priority.