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Major Flight Disruptions Impact Travelers Across Key Indian Cities

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Checked by Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt

Last updated on 13 October 2025

412

Affected flights

3

Affected airports

2

Affected airlines

What Happened

Passengers in major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, and Pune are facing significant travel disruptions due to a surge of over a dozen flight cancellations and more than four hundred delays. Akasa Air, SpiceJet, and additional carriers are affected, impacting connections and causing inconvenience for travelers. Airline operations remain disturbed while passengers await updates on schedule normalization.

Passengers affected by this flight disruption may be eligible for compensation of up to £520 under passenger rights regulations. Eligibility depends on the circumstances of the disruption.

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Flight Disruption Details

Travelers across several key Indian cities have experienced significant flight disruptions, with widespread cancellations and delays reported at airports in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, and additional locations. The operational turmoil has led to more than twelve flight cancellations alongside at least four hundred delays. Airlines impacted by these disruptions include Akasa Air, SpiceJet, and several other carriers, resulting in considerable travel uncertainty and inconvenience for affected passengers.

The disturbances, which have caused ongoing interruptions to scheduled flights, have forced travelers to rethink itineraries or seek alternative transportation. While authorities are working to alleviate the situation, the precise reasons behind the disruptions remain undetermined as of the latest updates. Passengers are strongly advised to stay in contact with their respective airlines for the most recent information and to confirm the status of their flights prior to travel. There are currently no specific estimates available regarding the number of affected travelers.

Airlines and airport officials have been coordinating to address the high volume of delayed and canceled flights, but comprehensive restoration of normal service is still pending. Updates are expected as more information becomes available regarding the underlying causes and timeframe for resolution.

Know your rights

These are your air passenger rights

Sometimes it’s not immediately clear whether your flight qualifies for compensation. When the cause of the delay or cancellation is uncertain, the following general rights still apply.

Rerouting or refund

If your flight is canceled, you are entitled to a new flight or a refund.

Care and assistance

If your flight is delayed by more than two to four hours, your airline must provide food and drink vouchers.

Accommodation

For overnight delays, airlines must provide hotel stays and transfers, regardless of whether compensation applies.

Communication You have the right to two phone calls or emails during extended waiting times.

Quick facts

Summary

Disruption

Delays and Cancellations

Cause

Other

Status

Current disruption

Compensation

May qualify for compensation

Flights affected

412

Airlines affected

Akasa Air, SpiceJet

Airports affected

Delhi, Mumbai, Pune

Checked by

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt

Date updated

13 October 2025

What To Do If Your Flight Is Cancelled

If you're traveling to or from the European Union, here's what to do when your flight is unexpectedly scrubbed:

Gather evidence that your flight was delayed, cancelled, or overbooked.

Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the disruption and the reason behind it.

Request an alternative flight to your destination — or a refund if you no longer wish to travel.

Make a note of the arrival time at your final destination.

Ask the airline to provide vouchers for meals and refreshments.

Avoid signing documents or accepting offers that may waive your passenger rights.

If an overnight stay is required, ask the airline to provide accommodation.

Save receipts for any additional expenses caused by the disruption.

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