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Thousands of travellers were left stranded in Asia today as a widespread wave of aviation disruptions caused 3,159 delays and 268 cancellations across Singapore, South Korea, China, India, Indonesia, and Japan, at Shanghai Pudong (217 delays, 32 cancellations), Singapore Changi (134 delays, 4 cancellations), Delhi Indira Gandhi (171 delays, 7 cancellations), Incheon (127 delays, 5 cancellations), Tokyo Narita (74 delays, 4 cancellations), Mumbai Chhatrapati (106 delays, 7 cancellations), Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi (56 delays, 7 cancellations), Jakarta Soekarno–Hatta (170 delays, 10 cancellations), Tokyo Haneda (72 delays, 4 cancellations), and Osaka Kansai (35 delays, 2 cancellations), Beijing Capital (166 delays, 18 cancellations), Guangzhou Baiyun (248 delays, 10 cancellations), Shenzhen Bao’an (261 delays, 16 cancellations), Shanghai Hongqiao (164 delays, 14 cancellations), Chengdu Tianfu (141 delays, 21 cancellations), Chengdu Shuangliu (109 delays, 13 cancellations), Xi’an Xianyang (94 delays, 10 cancellations), Kunming Changshui (136 delays, 9 cancellations), Hangzhou Xiaoshan (172 delays, 8 cancellations), Chongqing Jiangbei (155 delays, 7 cancellations), Beijing Daxing (97 delays, 14 cancellations), Guiyang Longdongbao (78 delays, 8 cancellations), Hefei Xinqiao (34 delays, 8 cancellations), Hohhot Baita (36 delays, 12 cancellations), Changsha Huanghua (106 delays, 18 cancellations).
The most affected airlines by delays and cancellations include China Eastern Airlines (339 delays, 67 cancellations), Air China (264 delays, 61 cancellations), China Southern Airlines (263 delays, 18 cancellations), IndiGo (101 delays, 7 cancellations), Air India (82 delays), Lufthansa (14 cancellations), Batik Air (31 delays, 9 cancellations), and Singapore Airlines (43 delays). Other widely recognized carriers such as Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, and SpiceJet also faced operational disruptions.
These disruptions impacted cities including Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Xi’an, Kunming, Hangzhou, Chongqing, Guiyang, Hefei, Hohhot, Changsha, Singapore, Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Jakarta, Seoul, Tokyo, and Osaka, across countries such as China, India, Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, and South Korea.

• Updated today: Asia recorded 3,159 delays and 268 cancellations across major airports
• China accounted for the largest share of disruptions, especially in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou
• China Eastern, Air China, and China Southern were the most impacted airlines overall
• Among non-Chinese carriers, IndiGo and Air India recorded the highest delay counts
• Lufthansa and Batik Air led cancellations among international airlines
• Major global hubs like Singapore, Delhi, Jakarta, and Tokyo experienced significant delays
• Disruptions were overwhelmingly delay-heavy, with cancellations forming a smaller portion

Most Affected Asian Airports

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

One of the worst-hit hubs, Shanghai saw extensive disruption primarily affecting China Eastern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, and Air China, reflecting congestion at one of Asia’s busiest international gateways.

Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport

Severe delays were concentrated among Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern Airlines, making Shenzhen one of the most disrupted airports in southern China.

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport

Heavy operational strain impacted China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines, with Guangzhou emerging as a major delay hotspot.

Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)

India’s busiest airport faced high delays, mainly impacting Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, indicating pressure on domestic and international operations.

Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (Jakarta)

Jakarta saw significant disruption driven by Lion Air, Batik Air, and Super Air Jet, highlighting strain within Indonesia’s aviation network.

Singapore Changi Airport

Despite relatively low cancellations, delays were high, particularly affecting Singapore Airlines and Scoot, pointing to scheduling or air traffic constraints.

Incheon International Airport

South Korea’s primary hub saw delays concentrated among Korean Air and Asiana Airlines, impacting regional connectivity.

Airlines Most Affected by Asia Flight Cancellations and Delays

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern recorded the highest disruption levels overall, with both delays and cancellations heavily concentrated across Shanghai, Kunming, and other major hubs.

Air China

Air China experienced widespread delays and cancellations across Beijing and multiple secondary cities, making it one of the most operationally impacted carriers.

China Southern Airlines

With strong presence in Guangzhou and Shenzhen, China Southern faced extensive delays, particularly across southern China routes.

IndiGo

India’s largest airline recorded the highest delays among non-Chinese carriers, with significant disruption across Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad.

Air India

Air India saw major delays, especially in Delhi, reflecting operational pressure at India’s primary international hub.

Lufthansa

Despite a smaller flight footprint, Lufthansa recorded notable cancellations across multiple airports, indicating disproportionate disruption impact.

Batik Air

Batik Air led cancellations in Indonesia and also contributed significantly to delays at Jakarta.

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines experienced a high number of delays at Changi, reflecting congestion at a major global transit hub.

What Can Impacted Passengers Do?

• Check real-time flight status updates before heading to the airport
• Arrive early to accommodate potential delays and operational changes
• Stay in contact with airline customer service for rebooking options
• Keep essential items in carry-on baggage in case of long delays
• Monitor airport announcements and airline notifications closely
• Consider flexible travel plans where possible

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Overview of Asia Flight Cancellations

Flight disruptions across Asia today, April 15, highlight a region-wide operational strain, particularly across major hubs in Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Delhi, Mumbai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul, Tokyo, and Osaka. Leading airlines such as China Eastern Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, IndiGo, Air India, Lufthansa, and Batik Air were among the most affected, reflecting both domestic and international network pressures.
The concentration of delays over cancellations suggests that while flights largely continued operating, network congestion, turnaround delays, and scheduling inefficiencies played a major role in disrupting passenger travel across the region.
Cities like Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen appeared repeatedly among the most impacted, alongside Delhi, Mumbai, Singapore, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo, indicating widespread disruption across both East and Southeast Asia. China, India, Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, and South Korea all experienced significant operational challenges.

Source: Different airports and FlightAware