BUR ground stop for thunderstorms — check before you go
The FAA has issued a ground stop at BUR due to thunderstorms, estimated through 4:45 pm PDT. Do not travel to BUR for a scheduled departure before that time without checking your airline; expect delays and possible cancellations, and plan for continued disruption after the stop ends.
- Status
- ONGOING
- Flights affected
- Not yet confirmed
- Airports affected
- 1
- Estimated end
- 4:45 pm PDT
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Do not travel to BUR for a scheduled departure before 4:45 pm PDT without checking your airline first — consider waiting until the ground stop is lifted.
- Check your airline’s website or mobile app and use automated flight-status tools before leaving for the airport. Contact your airline for rebooking or refund options if needed.
- If you must travel, carry essentials (medications, chargers, travel documents) in case of extended delays or cancellations.
- If you are already at BUR, speak with your airline’s gate agent or ticket counter for rebooking or voucher information and watch departure boards and your airline app for updates.
- Monitor FAA NASStatus (https://nasstatus.faa.gov/) and BUR airport updates for changes to the ground stop or the estimated end time.
- Plan for continued delays after 4:45 pm PDT because recovery and congestion often extend disruptions after a ground stop ends.
What happened?
The FAA has issued a ground stop at BUR (Burbank) because of thunderstorms. The ground stop is in effect through 4:45 pm PDT (estimated). Ground stops halt departures to the affected airport and can cascade into broader delays and cancellations.
Who is affected?
Passengers with flights to or from BUR around or before 4:45 pm PDT are likely affected. Connecting passengers can also be disrupted because recovery and congestion often extend delays beyond the ground stop end time. Airlines will notify affected passengers with cancellations, rebooking options, or gate changes.
Official response
FAA NASStatus lists a ground stop at BUR for thunderstorms with an estimated end time of 4:45 pm PDT. Airlines will contact passengers with status updates, rebooking options, or cancellations. Airline policies for meals, hotels, refunds or credits vary and are handled by the individual carrier.
UPDATE HISTORY
FAQ
Will my flight to or from BUR be canceled because of the ground stop?
Not yet confirmed for your specific flight. Flights to and from BUR may be delayed or canceled; check your airline for passenger-specific notifications and options.
How long will the BUR ground stop last?
The ground stop is estimated to be in effect through 4:45 pm PDT. Monitor FAA NASStatus for changes.
When will flights resume at BUR?
Not yet confirmed exactly when flights will resume. The ground stop is estimated to end at 4:45 pm PDT, but recovery and congestion commonly extend disruptions beyond that time.
Should I go to BUR airport now or wait?
Do not travel to BUR for a scheduled departure before 4:45 pm PDT without checking your airline. Consider waiting until the ground stop is lifted and your airline confirms your flight status.
How do I check my BUR flight status?
Check your airline’s website or mobile app and use automated flight-status tools. Monitor FAA NASStatus and BUR airport updates for broader airport status.
Can I rebook or get a refund if my flight is canceled due to thunderstorms?
Airlines generally offer rebooking, refunds, or credits for canceled flights, but policies vary. Check your airline’s weather/cancellation policy or contact them directly for options.
Are airlines providing hotel or meal vouchers for BUR weather delays?
Not yet confirmed. Policies vary by carrier and are typically at the airline’s discretion for weather-related disruptions; contact your airline or gate agent for current guidance.
Will my connecting flight be canceled because of the BUR ground stop?
Not yet confirmed for your specific itinerary. Connecting flights can be disrupted even if the connection is scheduled after the ground stop because recovery and congestion often extend delays. Check with your airline.
Which flights (by flight number) are affected by the BUR ground stop?
Not yet confirmed. Check your airline for flight-by-flight status and notifications.
Are nearby airports (LAX, ONT, SNA) affected or a good alternative?
Not yet confirmed whether nearby airports are affected. You may consider alternative airports if timing is critical, but check airline availability and travel time before making changes.
Is it safe to be at BUR during thunderstorms?
Follow airport and airline staff instructions while at the terminal. If thunderstorms are active, avoid exposed areas and follow shelter guidance from airport authorities.
How long after a ground stop ends will flights actually resume?
Not yet confirmed for specific recovery timing. Plan for continued delays after 4:45 pm PDT because recovery and congestion commonly extend disruptions beyond the ground stop end.
How do I contact my airline for rebooking from BUR?
Use your airline’s website or mobile app, or contact their customer service number. Visit your airline’s gate agent or ticket counter at BUR if you are at the airport.
If I’m already at BUR, what should I do now?
Find your airline’s gate agent or ticket counter for rebooking or voucher information, keep an eye on departure boards and your airline app for updates, and follow staff instructions.
Will checked bags be returned if my BUR flight is canceled?
Not yet confirmed. For baggage handling and return policies, contact your airline or speak with the gate agent at the airport.
VERIFIED SOURCES
- ✓FAA