Published on
December 25, 2025
Air travelers across Asia are experiencing major disruptions as multiple airlines report canceled flights across Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. A total of 27 flights were canceled this week, affecting major destinations including Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Surabaya, Makassar, Semarang, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Langkawi, Penang, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, Novosibirsk, Techo International, Kansai, Beijing, John F Kennedy, and Al Maktoum International. These cancellations have caused significant inconvenience for both domestic and international travelers, highlighting operational challenges across the region.
Indonesia Flight Disruptions
Domestic travel in Indonesia has been heavily impacted, with multiple flights to and from Jakarta canceled:
- Yogyakarta International Airport (WAHI): BTK6367 to Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK/WIII), canceled twice on Thursday at 6:10 PM WIB
- Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport (Makassar / WAAA): BTK6231 to Jakarta at 9:05 PM WITA Thursday
- Juanda International Airport (Surabaya / WARR): BTK6575 to Jakarta at 7:15 PM WIB Thursday
- Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (WIII): BTK6360 to Yogyakarta canceled Thursday 4:20 PM WIB and Friday 4:20 PM WIB, BTK6594 to Surabaya Thursday 6:55 PM WIB, BTK6142 to Makassar Thursday 6:45 PM WIB
- Ahmad Yani International Airport (Semarang / WAHS): BTK7558 to Jakarta Wednesday 10:15 AM WIB
Vietnam Airport Delays
Vietnam also faced cancellations affecting both domestic and international services:
- Cam Ranh Airport (Nha Trang / VVCR): AFL831, an A333 to Novosibirsk Tolmachevo (OVB/UNNT), Saturday 11:00 PM +07
- Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City / VVTS): KHV819 to Techo International (KTI/VDTI) Wednesday 6:30 PM +07
Malaysia Canceled Flights
Air travel in Malaysia was disrupted across multiple airports:
- Langkawi International Airport (WMKL): MAS1459 to Kuala Lumpur International (KUL/WMKK) Sunday 8:40 PM +08, FDB1604 to Penang International (PEN/WMKP) Sunday 8:10 PM +08
- Kuching International Airport (WBGG): MWG3423 to Mukah (MKM/WBGK) Thursday 4:00 PM +08
- Kota Kinabalu International Airport (WBKK): MWG3171 to Lawas (LWY/WBGW) canceled Wednesday 7:40 AM +08 and 9:15 AM +08
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (WMKK): MAS52 to Kansai International (KIX/RJBB) Wednesday 10:40 PM +08, MAS318 to Beijing Daxing (PKX/ZBAD) Wednesday 12:50 AM +08
Hong Kong Travel Impact
Hong Kong International Airport reported cancellations on long-haul flights:
- VHHH: CPA840 to John F Kennedy International (KJFK) Friday 4:30 PM HKT, ADZ9833 to Al Maktoum International (DWC/OMDW) Wednesday 6:05 PM HKT
Summary of Cancellations
| Country | Airport / Code | Flight | Destination | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | WAHI | BTK6367 | CGK/WIII | Thu 6:10 PM WIB (x2) |
| Indonesia | WAAA | BTK6231 | CGK/WIII | Thu 9:05 PM WITA |
| Indonesia | WARR | BTK6575 | CGK/WIII | Thu 7:15 PM WIB |
| Indonesia | WIII | BTK6360 | YIA/WAHI | Thu 4:20 PM & Fri 4:20 PM WIB |
| Indonesia | WIII | BTK6594 | SUB/WARR | Thu 6:55 PM WIB |
| Indonesia | WIII | BTK6142 | UPG/WAAA | Thu 6:45 PM WIB |
| Indonesia | WAHS | BTK7558 | CGK/WIII | Wed 10:15 AM WIB |
| Vietnam | VVCR | AFL831 | OVB/UNNT | Sat 11:00 PM +07 |
| Vietnam | VVTS | KHV819 | KTI/VDTI | Wed 6:30 PM +07 |
| Malaysia | WMKL | MAS1459 | KUL/WMKK | Sun 8:40 PM +08 |
| Malaysia | WMKL | FDB1604 | PEN/WMKP | Sun 8:10 PM +08 |
| Malaysia | WBGG | MWG3423 | MKM/WBGK | Thu 4:00 PM +08 |
| Malaysia | WBKK | MWG3171 | LWY/WBGW | Wed 7:40 AM & 9:15 AM +08 |
| Malaysia | WMKK | MAS52 | KIX/RJBB | Wed 10:40 PM +08 |
| Malaysia | WMKK | MAS318 | PKX/ZBAD | Wed 12:50 AM +08 |
| Hong Kong | VHHH | CPA840 | KJFK | Fri 4:30 PM HKT |
| Hong Kong | VHHH | ADZ9833 | DWC/OMDW | Wed 6:05 PM HKT |
Total cancellations: 27 flights
Impact on Passengers
These Asia flight cancellations are creating challenges for travelers across both domestic and international routes. Passengers are facing:
- Unplanned delays and missed connections
- Need to rebook flights or adjust itineraries
- Increased congestion at airport service counters
Passengers are strongly encouraged to confirm flight details directly with airlines, explore alternate routes, and allow extra time for travel. Airlines typically provide options for rebooking or refunds, but it is essential to act promptly to avoid further disruption.
Operationally, the cancellations highlight how interconnected Asian domestic flights are, where delays or cancellations at one airport can cascade across multiple hubs. Travelers should remain informed and flexible, particularly during peak travel periods.
Asia flight cancellations, Indonesia flight disruptions, Vietnam airport delays, Malaysia canceled flights, Hong Kong travel impact, and other regional challenges underscore the complexity of managing air travel in the current environment. By staying prepared, passengers can navigate these disruptions more effectively.
