India Flight Cancellations: Major Routes Disrupted Today

India faces fresh travel disruptions as major airlines cancel flights across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, and London routes. Latest cancellations, affected sectors, and essential updates for travel agents and corporates.

Overview: Major Flight Cancellations Impact Travel Across India

India’s aviation network has once again been hit by widespread flight disruptions, with nearly a dozen domestic and international services cancelled in recent days. Key carriers—including Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and British Airways—have grounded flights across several major airports, impacting travel on high-demand routes to Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Pune, Guwahati, and London.

A total of 10 flights operating from seven major airports were cancelled, causing significant inconvenience for passengers and increasing pressure on travel agents, corporates, and B2B distributors handling urgent travel requests.

Airport-Wise Breakdown of Affected Flights

Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) – Mumbai Route Hit

One major cancellation disrupted travel from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.

• SEJ1077 (DH8D) → Mumbai
  Scheduled: Sat, 09:55 AM IST
  This cancellation affected a busy business route, pushing travelers to explore last-minute alternatives.

Kolkata Airport (CCU) – Multiple Cancellations on Key Sectors

Kolkata experienced some of the highest disruptions, with cancellations across different days.

• AKJ1565 (B38M) → Bengaluru
  Sat, 01:55 PM IST
  
  

• AKJ1562 (B38M) → Pune
  Sat, 09:30 AM IST
  
  Wed, 09:30 AM IST (second cancellation)

These repeated cancellations created heavy backlog for passengers flying to major business hubs.

Chennai Airport (MAA) – Disruption on Chennai–Mumbai Route

• SEJ647 (B738) → Mumbai
  Wed, 08:45 AM IST

This cancellation impacted travelers on one of India’s highest-traffic sectors, affecting both corporate and leisure segments.

Hyderabad Airport (HYD) – Major International Flight Cancelled

• BAW276 (B788) → London Heathrow
  Sun, 07:25 AM IST

This long-haul cancellation left many international passengers stranded, prompting a surge in rebooking requests across GDS and B2B platforms.

Bengaluru Airport (BLR) – Cancellation on Northeastern Route

• AKJ1323 (B38M) → Guwahati
  Thu, 09:55 AM IST

This cancellation strained connectivity to the Northeast, a sector increasingly important for corporate and government travel.

Mumbai Airport (BOM) – Disruption on the Mumbai–Delhi Sector

• SEJ661 (B738) → Delhi
  Thu, 06:45 AM IST

This critical cancellation impacted India’s busiest business route, causing ripple effects throughout the day’s schedules.

Delhi Airport (DEL) – International Service to London Cancelled

• BAW256 (A35K) → London Heathrow
  Thu, 10:50 AM IST

This added to the growing list of international travel disruptions affecting outbound business travelers and students.

Why These Cancellations Matter for Travel Agents & Corporates

The series of cancellations across multiple airports highlights the increasing operational strain across India’s aviation ecosystem. With both short-haul and long-haul routes affected, travel planners are facing challenges such as:

• Last-minute rebooking across limited inventory

• Increased refund and compensation queries

• Managing corporate travel SLAs

• Handling multi-sector disruptions impacting connecting itineraries

For B2B agents, maintaining real-time visibility into airline updates is now more important than ever.

Action Plan for Affected Passengers & Travel Partners

✔ 1. Check Flight Status Frequently

Use official airline apps, websites, or GDS systems to verify real-time updates before departure.

✔ 2. Evaluate Rebooking Options Early

Most airlines offer re-accommodation on the next available flight without extra charges.

✔ 3. Apply for Full Refunds if Needed

Passengers are typically eligible for refunds when flights are cancelled without alternative arrangements.

✔ 4. Maintain Documentation

Keep all communication, PNRs, invoices, and delay proofs—useful for refunds, insurance, and corporate reporting.

✔ 5. Notify End Customers Proactively

For B2B sellers, early communication helps avoid escalations and improves client satisfaction.

Conclusion: Stay Prepared Amid Rising Aviation Disruptions

The recent wave of cancellations across Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi signals continuing operational challenges for the aviation sector. With major domestic and international flights affected, travel agents, consolidators, and corporate travel teams must remain alert, proactive, and well-equipped to manage sudden disruptions.

By tracking real-time updates and offering quick rebooking or refund support, B2B travel professionals can continue delivering seamless service even during unpredictable travel weeks.

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