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IndiGo Cancels Over 250 Flights in Delhi and Bengaluru Amid Prolonged Disruptions

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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 over 250 flights from Delhi and Bengaluru following ongoing operational disruptions that have lasted a full week. This mass cancellation has left numerous passengers affected, as disruptions persist with no clear resolution date. Travelers are urged to review their flight status and consider alternative arrangements as the situation develops.

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

Travelers in India have been significantly affected as IndiGo, a major airline, has canceled more than 250 flights from its key hubs in Delhi and Bengaluru. The disruptions, now into their seventh consecutive day, have caused considerable inconvenience and uncertainty for passengers attempting to travel from these busy airports.

Details regarding the specific cause of the disruption and the number of impacted passengers have not been provided. The cancellations reflect a serious and ongoing operational challenge for the airline, stretching into a full week without a definitive end date reported at this time.

Passengers expecting to depart from Delhi and Bengaluru are encouraged to verify their booking status directly with the airline. The extended disruption may affect both domestic and international services from these two airports, which are among the busiest in the country.

As the situation develops, those impacted should seek updates from the airline and consider contingency travel options. While the disruptions continue, passengers are advised to check directly with IndiGo for information on flight rebooking, refunds, or other assistance.

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

Cancellation

Cause

Unknown

Status

Current disruption

Compensation

Possibly eligible for compensation

Flights affected

250

Airlines affected

IndiGo

Airports affected

Delhi, Bengaluru

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:

Collect proof that your flight was canceled, e.g. boarding pass, vouchers and any other travel documents.

Get the airline to provide written confirmation of the cancellation and reasons behind it.

Request an alternate flight to your destination - or a refund.

Make a note of the arrival time at your destination.

Ask the airline to pay for your meals and refreshments.

Don't sign anything or accept any offers that may waive your rights.

Get the airline to provide you with a hotel room, if needed.

Keep your receipts if your canceled flight ends up costing you extra money.

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