IndiGo slashes 400-500 flights—holiday travel just got trickier

India Dec 10, 2025

IndiGo, India's biggest airline, is cutting 400-500 flights after a government order meant to boost competition.
This move lands right in the middle of the holiday season and could disrupt plans for up to 81,000 travelers every day.
With fewer options and higher fares likely, flying just got a lot less convenient.

Passengers face pricier tickets and scramble for alternatives

With IndiGo pulling back on routes where it's the only player, airfares are climbing and many people are turning to trains or busses instead.
Refunds don't always cover all your costs (like taxes and fees), and compensation rules in India aren't very generous—leaving lots of folks stuck or paying extra as they try to salvage their holiday trips.