IndiGo issues travel advisory as fog disrupts flights at Amritsar, Chandigarh and Ranchi airports
New Delhi, December 27
IndiGo issued a travel advisory on Saturday morning as several north and east Indian cities continued to reel under winter fog and cold conditions, impacting flight operations. The airline said that airports in Amritsar, Chandigarh and Ranchi remain affected by fluctuating visibility, leading to delays and changes in flight schedules.
In the advisory posted on X, IndiGo noted that flight operations may be slower than usual as weather conditions evolve, adding that safety and compliance with visibility requirements remain the airline's top priority.
"Our teams on-ground are prioritising safety and compliance with visibility requirements. Airport teams are also available to assist passengers at the terminal," the airline said, urging travellers to remain patient as operations gradually stabilise once the weather improves.
The advisory comes even as IndiGo continues to expand its international footprint. Earlier this week, the airline announced the launch of new direct flights between Delhi and London (Heathrow), effective February 2, 2026. The service will operate five times a week using Boeing 787 aircraft taken on wet or damp lease from Norse Atlantic Airways. The aircraft will feature a dual-class configuration with IndiGoStretch and Economy Class.
With the addition of the Delhi-London route, IndiGo will operate a total of 12 weekly flights to London, including its existing daily direct services between Mumbai and London Heathrow. The airline said the new route marks a steady expansion of international connectivity from the national capital following recently launched flights from Delhi to destinations such as Denpasar (Bali), Krabi, Hanoi, Guangzhou and Manchester.
IndiGo has also announced direct flights to Athens starting January 2026. Over the past 12 months, the airline has added 10 new international destinations and more than 30 new international routes from various cities in India as part of its broader internationalisation strategy.
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers said the Delhi-London flights would support growing demand for travel between India and the UK for commerce, tourism and family visits, while strengthening connectivity with key global destinations.
— ANI
Reader Comments
My flight from Chandigarh was delayed by 4 hours today. The ground staff was trying their best, but the communication was poor. It's good that IndiGo is expanding globally, but they must also invest in better systems to handle these predictable winter disruptions. ✈️
Exciting news about the Delhi-London route! More direct flights mean less hassle for students and families traveling to the UK. The wet lease of Boeing 787s is a smart move to scale up quickly. Hope the fog situation clears soon for everyone stuck at the airports.
As a frequent traveler to India for work, I appreciate the transparency with the travel advisory. Safety first is the right approach. The expansion to Athens and more London flights is great news for business connectivity between Europe and India.
IndiGo's international growth is impressive – Bali, Hanoi, and now London and Athens! But let's not forget the basics. During fog, the passenger experience at domestic terminals like Amritsar can be quite chaotic. Better facilities and real-time info are needed.
It's that time of the year again. Traveling with elderly parents becomes so stressful due to these delays. While we understand it's for safety, airlines should provide more comfortable waiting areas and timely refreshments for delayed passengers. Family travel is hard enough!
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