Travellers flying in and out of Northern India faced widespread disruptions on , after major airlines, including and , cancelled dozens of flights citing following rising tensions between India and Pakistan.

Affected airports include Jammu, Amritsar, Leh, Chandigarh, Srinagar, Rajkot, Jodhpur, Bhuj, Jamnagar, and others. The Delhi Airport, a major transit hub, remains operational but has urged passengers to stay updated as airspace conditions evolve.

Security forces spotted unidentified drones near on . In response, the near and .

Although the Army later stated that , these incidents , leading airlines to to ensure passenger safety.

These developments follow after and a meeting between India and Pakistan.

IndiGo released a statement on Monday night, announcing the to and from for Tuesday, May 13:

The airline cited and urged customers to via their .

Air India also grounded flights to and from , including:

In a post on , the airline stated that cancellations were made in view of the “latest developments” and ongoing safety concerns.

While the in Delhi remains fully functional, the airport authorities issued a five-point advisory for passengers. Here’s what travellers are advised to do:

The airport also warned that enhanced security checks, as directed by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, could lead to longer processing times at terminals.

If you’re scheduled to fly to or from the affected airports, it’s wise to rebook or adjust travel plans. Use your airline’s website or app for real-time updates. Also, keep an eye on government and airport advisories for any further developments.

It is worth noting here that, on May 12, 2025, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) announced the resumption of civil flight operations at 32 airports across the country, restoring normal services as security conditions stabilised in those regions.

Security situations can evolve rapidly. Travellers are encouraged to:

As tensions simmer along India’s northern borders, airlines are taking precautionary steps to prioritise passenger safety. Although the Delhi Airport is fully operational, passengers are advised to stay alert, travel smart, and plan for delays.