stevestojan Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 My flight is on Wednesday out of Norfolk, landing in Newark at 10pm for layover to go to Buffalo and land there around midnight. As I was just recently there, and flights back on the weekend were very expensive, we decided to fly back Friday afternoon. A quick turnaround trip to see the folks on thanksgiving. The concern is the weather in Newark. Yes, I've looked at the weather channel, but they are known for fear mongering. Normally this would be easy. Just go and see what happens. But if it gets canceled when I'm there, they just put you on "the next available flight." If I cancel now, I get $400 of my $800 back (two tickets, my wife and I). United said they MIGHT offer full refunds starting Wednesday morning if the weather gets VERY bad, but if they don't, that is then out of the cancel window for any $ back. So, any of you up in NJ, NYC, Philly, etc have a better feel for what's really going to go down on Wednesday/Thursday. I just know, Murphy's law, if I go, I'll get stuck. If I dont, I'll track the flight and it'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeviF Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 It depends on how far south the cold air gets. See what they say through tomorrow, could just end up being a lot of rain in Jersey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 If you get stuck I'm sure GG will have you over to dinner. p.s. I didn't know we were supposed to get any bad weather on Wed. It's 60 degrees today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Depends on how much you like your family If you feel its going to be unsafe, its not worth it. JMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Never, ever fly through Newark Airport. Absolute worst airport I've even been through. Your luggage will get lost, your flight will be late or delayed, and you will probably get gang-raped walking the dark, smelly hallways on your way to a different terminal where your gate has been changed to. It's like one of those DirecTV commercials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 My flight is on Wednesday out of Norfolk, landing in Newark at 10pm for layover to go to Buffalo and land there around midnight. As I was just recently there, and flights back on the weekend were very expensive, we decided to fly back Friday afternoon. A quick turnaround trip to see the folks on thanksgiving. The concern is the weather in Newark. Yes, I've looked at the weather channel, but they are known for fear mongering. Normally this would be easy. Just go and see what happens. But if it gets canceled when I'm there, they just put you on "the next available flight." If I cancel now, I get $400 of my $800 back (two tickets, my wife and I). United said they MIGHT offer full refunds starting Wednesday morning if the weather gets VERY bad, but if they don't, that is then out of the cancel window for any $ back. So, any of you up in NJ, NYC, Philly, etc have a better feel for what's really going to go down on Wednesday/Thursday. I just know, Murphy's law, if I go, I'll get stuck. If I dont, I'll track the flight and it'll be fine. Weather Channel? www.weatherunderground.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Weather Channel? www.weatherunderground.com Yup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestojan Posted November 24, 2014 Author Share Posted November 24, 2014 Never, ever fly through Newark Airport. Absolute worst airport I've even been through. Your luggage will get lost, your flight will be late or delayed, and you will probably get gang-raped walking the dark, smelly hallways on your way to a different terminal where your gate has been changed to. It's like one of those DirecTV commercials. At least they make up for the lost luggage and flight delays. Weather Channel? www.weatherunderground.com Thanks. They actually have a slightly worse outlook for Newark on Weds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Never, ever fly through Newark Airport. Absolute worst airport I've even been through. Your luggage will get lost, your flight will be late or delayed, and you will probably get gang-raped walking the dark, smelly hallways on your way to a different terminal where your gate has been changed to. It's like one of those DirecTV commercials. Who jammed the sunshine up YOUR ass today? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Who jammed the sunshine up YOUR ass today? Mr. Hammersticks doesn't like anything shoved up or near his ass. Mind your manners, punk. Happy Thanksgiving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Mr. Hammersticks doesn't like anything shoved up or near his ass. Mind your manners, punk. Happy Thanksgiving Can I use your shower again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Off the subject, but when I used to fly on thanksgiving, I would fly in on Thursday morning and leave Monday. It was perfect; no crowds. With a little toddler, now everyone flies to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Can I use your shower again? Unlimited access for you, my friend. Just be sure to wear your hot pants, and please promise not to throw up scrambled eggs and blood in my house and we'll be good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 See if you can switch your flight and go through a different hub. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Man, weather and the day before Thanksgiving...rough combo. No advice here, but i concur that Newark is prolly my least favorite airport Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv's Neighbor Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 I'd drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 go for it . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 800 dollars for "two tickets to paradise"... WTF... ?? Just drive. Just got back from my 500 mile one-way trip and even my old gas hog would save money... Fuel is under 3 bucks a gallon in most areas. go for it . Yep... Why worry about 400 bucks, let it ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestojan Posted November 25, 2014 Author Share Posted November 25, 2014 Well, due to the weather in Newark and that entire surrounding area, got a full credit for my flight. So it'll be the wife, me, and the dog for thanksgiving. 800 dollars for "two tickets to paradise"... WTF... ?? Just drive. Just got back from my 500 mile one-way trip and even my old gas hog would save money... Fuel is under 3 bucks a gallon in most areas. Has nothing to do with the cost, it's the sanity piece. I've driven from Buffalo to Tucson, Tucson to VA Beach, and VB to Buffalo a few times. I decided, despite air travels own headaches, that I will always fly when possible going forward. I just hate long car rides, especially when time frame is tight due to work schedule and driving takes up half the trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Well, due to the weather in Newark and that entire surrounding area, got a full credit for my flight. So it'll be the wife, me, and the dog for thanksgiving. Sounds like the right move to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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