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Delhi Airport News, Delhi Flight News Today: Flight operations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport were affected on Monday morning as dense fog and smog reduced visibility across the National

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Capital Region. Several flights faced minor delays as airlines adjusted their schedules to ensure passenger safety.

Both IndiGo and Air India issued advisories, asking travellers to plan their journeys carefully and stay updated on flight status.\n

Airlines issue travel advisories

IndiGo said Delhi experienced its first spell of winter fog, with visibility dropping sharply around the airport. The airline warned that some departures could take longer than usual as operations were adjusted to changing weather conditions. Passengers were advised to allow extra time to reach the airport, as road traffic was also moving slowly due to poor visibility.

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IndiGo added that its ground and flight operations teams were closely monitoring the situation and would keep passengers informed. The airline assured travellers that safety remained its top priority while normal operations were gradually restored.

Low visibility and fog over#Delhi will impact flight schedules. We're keeping a close watch on the weather and doing our best to get you where you need to be, safely and smoothly.

\n We request you to stay updated on your flight status via our website or app. Be assured, our teams…

\n— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) December 15, 2025\n\" rel=\"nofollow\">http://\n

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Low visibility and fog over #Delhi will impact flight schedules. We're keeping a close watch on the weather and doing our best to get you where you need to be, safely and smoothly.

\n We request you to stay updated on your flight status via our website or app. Be assured, our teams…
— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) December 15, 2025\n

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Air India also issued a similar advisory, stating that poor visibility caused by dense fog was affecting flight operations in Delhi and other parts of northern India. The national carrier urged passengers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport to avoid inconvenience.

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#TravelAdvisory

\n Poor visibility due to dense fog is impacting flight operations in Delhi and parts of Northern India. Please check your flight status at: https://t.co/ZRtxRBcqNF… before heading to the airport.

— Air India (@airindia) December 15, 2025\n\" rel=\"nofollow\">http://\n

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#TravelAdvisory

\n Poor visibility due to dense fog is impacting flight operations in Delhi and parts of Northern India. Please check your flight status at: https://t.co/ZRtxRBcqNF… before heading to the airport.
— Air India (@airindia) December 15, 2025\n

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Low visibility forces CAT-III operations at IGI

Dense fog disrupted flight operations at Delhi’s IGI Airport with authorities implementing CAT-III procedures to manage low-visibility conditions. Under these conditions, aircraft landings and take-offs are possible, but delays and disruptions remain likely.

Airport officials said flight movements are continuing with caution, and safety protocols are being strictly followed. The airport administration added that it is in constant coordination with airlines and other agencies to reduce inconvenience to passengers. Travellers have been advised to check their flight status with airlines before leaving for the airport and allow extra travel time.

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Smog and fog blanket the Capital

A thick layer of smog covered large parts of Delhi on Monday morning, leaving residents struggling for clean air. Visuals from the Barapullah flyover showed hazy roads and low visibility, forcing vehicles to move cautiously. Authorities issued an orange alert for dense fog in the city for the next three hours, warning commuters to remain careful.

The combination of fog and pollution made conditions particularly challenging during the early hours, affecting both air and road travel.

Air quality remains severe

Air quality in the capital continued to deteriorate, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 433. According to the Central Pollution Control Board, this level falls under the ‘severe’ category and poses serious health risks, especially for children, the elderly and those with respiratory conditions.

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The heavy smog further reduced visibility and added to travel disruptions across the city.

Visibility drops

Visibility levels remained extremely poor in the early morning hours. At around 5:30 am, visibility at Palam airport, which had been around 100 metres since 4:30 am, dropped further to just 50 metres due to dense fog. Westerly winds were reported at speeds of 5 to 7 kmph.

In other parts of Delhi, Safdarjung also recorded visibility of 50 metres. Conditions were worse in west Uttar Pradesh, where Hindon reported zero visibility, highlighting the widespread impact of fog across the region.

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Dense Smog Hits Flight Operations At Delhi Airport; IndiGo, Air India Issue Advisories

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