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Over 250 IndiGo Flights Canceled Amid Week-Long Operational Crisis in Delhi and Bengaluru

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Checked by Matteo Floris

Last updated on 8 December 2025

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Affected flights

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Affected airports

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Affected airlines

What Happened

IndiGo has canceled more than 250 flights at Delhi and Bengaluru airports during a continuing disruption now in its seventh day. Ongoing operational challenges have caused significant travel interruptions. Affected travelers are advised to consult IndiGo and airport authorities for updates regarding rebooking options, passenger care, and their potential rights under applicable regulations.

Passengers affected by this flight disruption may be eligible for compensation of up to €600 under passenger rights regulations. Eligibility depends on the circumstances of the disruption.

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Flight Disruption Details

A major flight disruption has struck IndiGo operations at both Delhi and Bengaluru airports, resulting in the cancellation of over 250 flights in a single day. This situation marks the seventh consecutive day of ongoing turmoil for travelers relying on these hubs.

Passengers experienced widespread travel interruptions, with IndiGo forced to significantly reduce its schedule at two of India’s busiest airports. While both departure and arrival operations have been affected, exact details about the timeline for a return to normal services remain unclear.

Authorities are working to manage the high volume of disrupted journeys and are urging passengers to closely monitor IndiGo's official communications. Travelers impacted by cancellations should review their eligibility for care, rebooking, or potential compensation as applicable under airline policies and regional laws.

The root cause of the disruption was not specified in the available information. However, continued operational issues have made this a prolonged event impacting a large number of travelers over a full week’s time. Updates and further details about the restoration of regular services are expected from IndiGo and the involved airports in the coming days.

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. Your right to care, rebooking, or refund is always guaranteed under EC 261, UK 261, ANAC 400, SHY-PASSENGER, GACA, and the Montreal Convention.

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

Cancellations

Cause

Unknown

Status

Current disruption

Compensation

May qualify for compensation

Flights affected

250

Airlines affected

IndiGo

Airports affected

Delhi Airport, Bengaluru Airport

Start date

Unknown

End date

Unknown

Checked by

Matteo Floris

Date updated

8 December 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, canceled, 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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