IndiGo suspends flights to these 7 destinations till March 28
What's the story
IndiGo has suspended its scheduled flights to seven West Asian destinations, including Doha, Kuwait and Sharjah. The decision is effective till March 28 due to the ongoing conflict in the region. The airline said it will keep monitoring the situation considering geopolitical risks, airspace restrictions, airport constraints, and rising fuel and insurance costs among other factors.
Operational changes
Planned operations to these cities remain suspended
IndiGo has announced that it will adjust its operations to West Asia during the period from March 16 to 28. The airline plans to operate 252 weekly flights to and from the region during this time. However, as part of these necessary network adjustments, planned operations to Doha, Kuwait, Bahrain, Dammam, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah will remain suspended till March 28.
Flight adjustments
Air India, Air India Express announce changes
In light of the ongoing conflict, Air India and Air India Express have also announced changes to their flight schedules. The two airlines will operate a total of 72 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from the West Asia region today. However, around 52 non-scheduled flights to and from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia are subject to slot availability and other prevailing conditions at departure stations at the time.