IndiGo Cancels All Delhi Domestic Flights on December 5, Issues Apology to Passengers
IndiGo Airlines has announced the cancellation of all domestic flights departing from Delhi Airport on December 5, 2025, until 11:59 PM. The decision comes amid ongoing widespread flight delays and cancellations affecting air travel operations.
The airline issued an official statement addressing the disruption and its impact on thousands of passengers. IndiGo expressed deep regret over the inconvenience caused to travelers and stakeholders due to these unexpected circumstances.
“We confirm that all IndiGo domestic flights departing from Delhi Airport (DEL) on Dec 5, 2025 stand cancelled till 11:59 PM,” the airline stated in its official communication.
The airline further extended its apologies, stating, “We express our profound apologies to all our valued customers and stakeholders who have been significantly impacted by these unforeseen events.”
IndiGo has announced a comprehensive support package for affected passengers. The airline is providing multiple assistance measures to minimize the impact on travelers’ plans.
The relief measures include complimentary refreshments for stranded passengers at the airport. The airline is also offering rebooking options on the next available flights based on passenger preferences.
For passengers requiring overnight accommodation, IndiGo has arranged hotel stays. The airline is also providing assistance with luggage retrieval for those whose bags were already checked in.
Passengers who prefer not to travel are being offered full refunds as per the applicable policies. The airline has set up dedicated support teams to handle passenger queries and facilitate these services.
The mass cancellation affects all domestic routes operating from Delhi Airport, one of India’s busiest aviation hubs. The disruption impacts thousands of passengers who had planned travel on December 5.
The airline has not specified the exact cause of the cancellations in its statement, referring only to “unforeseen events.” Passengers are advised to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
IndiGo operates a significant number of domestic flights from Delhi to various cities across India. The airline has urged passengers to stay updated through official channels for the latest information on flight operations.
The statement concluded with the airline’s commitment: “To support our affected customers, we are offering them refreshments, next available flight options as per their preference, hotel accommodation, assistance in retrieving their luggage and full refunds, as applicable.”
