Delta Air Lines has extended its weather-waiver policy for Typhoon Bavi, which is expected to brush northern Taiwan this weekend. Travelers holding tickets to, from, or through Taipei between July 9 and July 12 can change their itineraries and begin re-booked travel as late as July 19 without paying change fees or fare differences, provided they remain in the same cabin. Although the storm’s track remains uncertain, Taiwan’s Civil Aeronautics Administration has warned of possible runway closures at Taoyuan International Airport, a key Asian gateway for U.S. carriers. Delta’s waiver permits customers to shift connections through Tokyo, Seoul, or Los Angeles, preserving critical supply-chain and project-management travel. For global-mobility managers, the announcement is a reminder to build storm clauses into assignment letters for employees rotating through the Asia-Pacific region during typhoon season. Companies should also verify that assignees have local SIM cards or roaming plans that can receive Taiwanese government emergency alerts, which are often issued only in Mandarin. Unlike past seasons when reissued tickets were valid for only seven days, Delta now gives travelers ten days to begin re-booked travel, reflecting lessons learned from 2025’s record storm cancellations. Travelers unable to reschedule within the guidelines may still cancel and retain ticket value for one year. Because Taiwanese authorities sometimes require carriers to reduce inbound capacity after a storm to clear backlogs, travelers who can depart before July 9 may avoid multi-day delays. Delta encourages customers to sign up for One-Time Notifications via text or email.
Source: Delta Air Lines Advisory
