IndiGo: Flight Status Updates at Key Airports

• IndiGo cancels 600 flights Dec 6 due to staff shortage, affecting major Indian airports.
• New pilot duty rules (FDTL) exacerbate IndiGo's crew shortage, causing disruptions.
• Passengers face delays, cancellations; IndiGo offers refunds, rebooking amid frustration.

IndiGo’s staff shortage crisis has entered its fourth day, leading to the cancellation of around 600 flights across India on December 6 alone. This disruption

has also affected major airports like Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Chennai.

Planned cancellation from Hyderabad (on December 6)

Arrival -26
Departure -43

Total 69.

Ahmedabad Airport IndiGo Flight Cancellations (6th Dec, 12 AM–6 AM, update till 6:30 AM):

Arrivals cancelled: 7
Departures cancelled: 12

Total 19

Chennai Airport IndiGo Flight Cancellations (on December 6)

A total of 48 flights at the Chennai Airport cancelled today.

Popular Routes Facing Cancellations

Many people travelling to major cities in India are facing problems because of IndiGo flight cancellations. Passengers going to Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, and Bengaluru have experienced delays or cancellations.

Specifically, flights to and from Bengaluru on these routes have been cancelled:

• New Delhi
• Mumbai
• Goa
• Kolkata
• Lucknow

Also Read: IndiGo Flights Status Shows Cancelled? Here's How to Claim Refund

What’s Happening?

IndiGo is facing a serious operational problem. The airline doesn’t have enough crew, especially pilots, to operate all flights smoothly.

A new rule called Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) limits how many hours pilots and crew can work each day or week. Because of this, IndiGo now needs more pilots than before, but there aren’t enough available. As a result, many flights are being rescheduled or cancelled across the country.

How This Affects Passengers

• Many flights are cancelled or delayed, often at the last minute.
• Passengers are finding it difficult to get alternative flights.
• Even though IndiGo offers refunds and rebooking, the large number of cancellations is slowing down the process, causing stress and frustration.

What Passengers Should Do

1. Check Flight Status Often

• Keep checking IndiGo’s website or mobile app for updates.
• Some cancellations are announced just a few hours before departure.
• Check respective airport's website and social media for important updates.

2. Contact Customer Support

• You can get a full refund or rebook your flight without extra charges.
• Because many passengers are affected, customer support may take longer to respond, so be patient but persistent.