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Indian airlines anticipate a 10-15% decline in operating profits this fiscal year. Soaring aviation fuel prices, airspace limitations, a weakening rupee, and the Middle East conflict are significantly impacting the sector.
Indian carriers are facing significant challenges, including higher fuel costs, airspace disruptions, currency weakness, and limited hedging options, which leave them with little room to absorb economic shocks compared to global peers.
Indian aviation is experiencing severe turbulence due to a confluence of factors, including pandemic fallout, engine failures, airspace closures, and rising fuel prices driven by Middle East conflicts, leading to struggles for airlines.
The Federation of Indian Airlines has warned of potential flight suspensions and sought government intervention, stating that the country's aviation sector is on the verge of collapse due to escalating fuel expenses.
Indian airlines are warning of potential flight suspensions as the cost of aviation fuel continues to rise, driven by ongoing geopolitical conflicts.
Dubai has restricted foreign airlines to only one daily flight to its airports until May 31, citing the Iran crisis. This measure is expected to significantly impact Indian carriers, which had planned more flights than airlines from any other country.
Indian airlines have cancelled more than 3,000 international flights in March, a significant increase compared to February.
Nearly three out of every four flights operated by Indian carriers to the Gulf have been cancelled since February 28.
Major Indian airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, continue to oppose the government's mandate requiring 60% of flight seats to be offered free for selection, with the Federation of Indian Airlines urging the Civil Aviation Ministry to withdraw the decision.
Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Monday informed the Rajya Sabha that Indian airlines have cancelled 4,335 flights and foreign carriers 1,187 flights so far in the wake of the West…
India's Ministry of Civil Aviation is monitoring West Asia airspace as Indian airlines restart flights to Riyadh, following earlier disruptions.
As many as 51 flights are planned on Saturday (March 7, 2026)— the highest since airstrikes in the region beganon February 28, 2026
UAE news LIVE updates: Several Indian airlines, including Akasa Air, SpiceJet and Air India, are operating special relief flights from Middle Eastern countries, including Dubai, Oman and Jeddah, to…
Indian airlines received relief as jet fuel prices for international flights were cut by 27%, while domestic flight fuel prices remained unchanged.
Indian air carriers are reportedly losing their share of overseas traffic to foreign airlines, a trend attributed to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Three major Indian carriers, Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo, are set to fully resume flights to Doha starting May 1, reconnecting the city with several Indian metropolitan and regional hubs.
An opinion piece highlights the panic among Indian airlines, which are reportedly 'on the verge of stopping' due to the 'Iran shock,' leading them to issue an SOS call to governments.
The Federation of Indian Airlines has appealed to the government for urgent assistance, stating that the industry is under extreme stress and on the verge of shutting down.
Indian airlines are reportedly the most impacted by Dubai's decision to limit foreign flights until May 31.
India's Election Commission has reported the seizure of cash, liquor, and drugs, among other freebies, worth Rs 651 crore across four poll-bound states and one Union Territory.
Indian airlines will operate around 3,000 fewer flights a week in the upcoming summer schedule starting March 29, compared to last year
Indian airlines cancelled 4,335 flights and foreign carriers 1,187 flights due to West Asia conflict: Govt in RS
Almost four crore people flew between India and the Gulf in 2025; half of all international passengers flying to or from India was on a Gulf route; idle aircraft, longer flights, higher costs, lower…
Cirium data shows Air India and IndiGo did not operate 64% of 1,230 flights to ME, Europe, N. America in last 10 days
West Asia conflict has grounded thousands of flights across the Middle East, stranding passengers and forcing airlines to reroute or cancel services. Major carriers like Air France, British Airways, and Cathay Pacific have suspended routes. While some Gulf airlines are resuming limited operations, Indian carriers are adding flights to manage demand and repatriation efforts.
Domestic airlines today said that they are planning to start to operate special relief flights from the Middle East to facilitate the return of stranded passengers due to the growing conflict between…
As tensions rise in the Middle East, Indian airlines face significant disruptions, with over 760 international flights canceled due to airspace closures.
Key transit airports, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, and Doha in Qatar, were shut or severely restricted as much of the region’s airspace remained closed
Major Indian airlines, including Air India, Air India Express, and IndiGo, are reducing their domestic flight schedules by approximately 250 flights per day due to a surge in fuel costs. Air India Express is expected to cut some domestic frequencies, though the overall impact will remain below 10%.
Indian airlines are appealing to refiners to delay planned increases in jet fuel prices. This plea comes amidst concerns about the financial viability of airlines and potential kerosene shortages.
Escalating tensions in the Middle East are causing a significant surge in jet fuel and gasoline prices globally. This increase is disrupting travel routes, raising concerns for European airlines' summer plans, and pushing US gasoline prices to their highest levels since the conflict began.
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary stated that the risk of a jet fuel shortage in Europe is receding, offering some relief to the airline industry. However, other airlines continue to face significant challenges from high fuel costs, leading to capacity cuts, fare hikes, and fears of potential bankruptcies.
Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian aircraft using its airspace for another month, with the restriction now set to continue until May 24.
Indian airlines are experiencing significant financial pressure due to Dubai's restrictions on foreign flights until May 31, exacerbated by higher fuel prices and extended routes to Western destinations caused by the Pakistani airspace ban, all linked to the ongoing West Asia conflict.
Indian aviation authorities have trimmed airlines' schedule expansion plans, leading to fewer domestic flights this summer, with one major airline instructed to file only for flights with demonstrated sufficient aircraft and pilot numbers.
Indian airlines are pushing back against a government mandate requiring them to offer 60% free seat selection, a dispute that could potentially lead to an increase in airfares.
Stating that the safety of the operations is the topmost priority during this crisis, the Minister said there is no reason for us to operate in this area when the airspace itself is closed
Indian airlines, including IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air, are implementing and increasing fuel surcharges on tickets due to soaring aviation fuel costs. Airlines typically raise these surcharges when fuel prices climb, as aviation fuel is one of their highest operating expenses.
Indian airlines cancelled 279 international flights on Sunday, prompting the government to monitor airfares amidst the disruptions.
Indian carriers, including IndiGo and Air India, are planning to operate 58 flights to West Asia on March 4th, as announced by the Civil Aviation Ministry, indicating continued air travel despite regional tensions.
SpiceJet has announced it will restore its scheduled Fujairah-Delhi and Fujairah-Mumbai flights starting March 4, following disruptions potentially related to the West Asia crisis.
The closure of Middle East airspace due to US-Israel strikes on Iran led to nearly 180 flight cancellations, including 72 from IndiGo and 31 from Air India.