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Middle East tensions ground flights in India: A visual of airports and stranded passengers (In photos)

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| TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Mar 1, 2026, 16:56 IST
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Passengers Stranded at Delhi's IGI Airport Due to Middle East Airspace Closures

Several passengers at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport were left waiting for hours as international flights were delayed or cancelled. The disruptions were caused by airspace restrictions across parts of the Middle East affecting global flight routes. (PHOTO CREDIT: ANI)

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DGCA Coordinates with Airlines to Ensure Passenger Safety Amid Flight Cancellations

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation maintained close contact with airlines, ensuring compliance with safety and operational rules. Around 410 flights were cancelled on 28 February, with 444 more expected on 1 March due to ongoing Middle East airspace restrictions. (PHOTO CREDIT: PTI)

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Kempegowda International Airport Cancels 19 International Flights to Gulf

Bengaluru airport saw 19 cancellations affecting routes to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam. Most affected flights were operated by IndiGo, Air India Express, and Emirates, with disruption caused by airspace restrictions rather than weather. (PHOTO CREDIT: ANI)

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Passengers Offered Rebooking and Refunds as Flight Schedules Disrupted

The cascading effect of delayed arrivals and departures created confusion among passengers. Airlines provided rebooking or refunds, while a dedicated passenger help desk was set up at Level 3 of T2 to assist those impacted by international cancellations. (PHOTO CREDIT: ANI)

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Passengers face inconvenience at Chennai airport

Flight operations from Chennai to key West Asia destinations were disrupted over the weekend. At least 14 flights were cancelled, including inbound and outbound services, due to airspace restrictions following heightened tensions between Israel and Iran. (PHOTO CREDIT: PTI)

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Flight cancellation in Chennai

Domestic and international airlines including Air India, Indigo, Oman Air, Emirates, and Qatar Airways suspended flights to West Asia. Passengers were urged to monitor updates and check for rebooking or alternative travel options amid the uncertainty. (PHOTO CREDIT: PTI)

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Mumbai: Flights Cancelled and Diverted as Middle East Tensions Escalate

Mumbai airport experienced 98 flight cancellations and five diversions by Saturday night. Rising security risks in Middle East and Gulf airspace forced airlines to suspend international operations temporarily, with limited parking for diverted aircraft until the following morning. (PHOTO CREDIT: PTI)

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Airlines Suspend International Flights and Offer Refunds Amid Rising Airfares

Air India, Akasa Air, and Air India Express suspended West Asia and Europe flights, notifying passengers about refunds or rebooking options. Airfares for March 1 surged sharply on affected routes, including flights to London and several Gulf destinations. (PHOTO CREDIT: ANI)

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