Thousands of passengers are stranded across Australia and New Zealand today as major airports, including Brisbane, Auckland, Melbourne, Sydney, and Wellington, face significant disruptions. A total of 80 flights have been canceled and 686 delayed, impacting carriers like Qantas, Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, and Jetstar.
The situation has been exacerbated by severe weather conditions, particularly at Sydney Airport, where dozens of flights have been grounded. In a single day, Australian airports experienced 33 cancellations and 385 delays, leading to widespread frustration among travelers.