Hundreds of Travelers Impacted Throughout Asia at Bangkok, Istanbul and More Airports with 5,332 Delays and 413 Cancellations
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Today, operational issues at Bangkok, Istanbul, and numerous major airports caused extensive disruption for hundreds of travelers around Asia, resulting in 5,332 delays and 413 cancellations. Due to extreme weather, flooding, heavy rains, airport congestion, and delayed ground operations, flights around Asia were disrupted. Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport witnessed the strongest impact after flooding disrupted baggage handling and airline operations, while other regional hubs faced weather-related pressure and network delays.. Additionally, as airlines dealt with cascading schedule modifications, Istanbul and other international airports also reported delays. Hundreds of travelers throughout Asia have had to contend with lengthier wait times, canceled flights, and altered travel schedules as a result of these airport disruptions.
The disruption was concentrated at some of Asia’s busiest aviation hubs, with Suvarnabhumi Bangkok International Airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Tokyo Haneda Airport, Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Hong Kong International Airport and major Indian airports among those reporting high operational pressure. Airlines operating across the region also experienced schedule interruptions, with carriers including Thai Airways, China Eastern, Japan Airlines, XiamenAir, IndiGo, Air China and China Southern Airlines reporting significant delays and cancellations.
Major Asian Airports Face Widespread Flight Disruptions
Bangkok, Shanghai and Tokyo Lead Airport Delay Numbers
Among the affected airports, Suvarnabhumi Bangkok International Airport recorded one of the highest disruption levels, with 304 delays and 63 cancellations. The airport experienced the largest cancellation figure among the listed airports, creating challenges for passengers travelling through Thailand’s main international gateway.
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In China, Shanghai Pudong International Airport reported 280 delays and 12 cancellations, while Beijing Capital International Airport recorded 99 delays and 26 cancellations. Other Chinese airports also faced considerable disruption, including Beijing Daxing International Airport with 130 delays and 3 cancellations, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport with 123 delays and 15 cancellations, and Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport with 142 delays and 7 cancellations.
Japan’s major gateways were also affected. Tokyo Haneda Airport reported 271 delays and 5 cancellations, while Narita International Airport recorded 120 delays and 5 cancellations.
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India and Southeast Asia Experience Significant Operational Pressure
Indian aviation operations were affected at major airports. Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi recorded 168 delays and 12 cancellations, while Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai reported 152 delays and 7 cancellations.
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Southeast Asian airports also experienced disruptions. Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta International Airport recorded 158 delays and 25 cancellations, while Kuala Lumpur International Airport reported 170 delays and 4 cancellations.
Vietnam’s major airports faced delays as well. Tan Son Nhat International Airport recorded 134 delays and 5 cancellations, while Noi Bai International Airport reported 102 delays and 5 cancellations.
Other affected airports included:
- Hong Kong International Airport: 162 delays and 3 cancellations
- Singapore Changi Airport: 90 delays and 3 cancellations
- Phuket International Airport: 41 delays and 8 cancellations
- Chiang Mai International Airport: 29 delays and 5 cancellations
- Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal: 150 delays and 13 cancellations
Airlines Across Asia Report High Delays and Cancellations
Thai Airways, China Eastern and Japan Airlines Among Most Affected Carriers
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The airline disruption data shows that several major carriers faced significant operational challenges.
Thai Airways recorded 60 cancellations (23%) and 148 delays (58%), making it one of the most affected airlines in the region. The carrier’s disruption closely reflected the high impact seen at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Chinese airlines also recorded major delays. China Eastern reported 33 cancellations (1%) and 356 delays (13%), while Air China recorded 44 cancellations (2%) and 110 delays (5%).
Other Chinese carriers faced considerable delays:
- China Southern Airlines: 1 cancellation (0%) and 235 delays (9%)
- XiamenAir: 11 cancellations (1%) and 161 delays (21%)
- Spring Airlines: 6 cancellations (0%) and 128 delays (19%)
- Shenzhen Airlines: 5 cancellations (0%) and 113 delays (14%)
- China Express Airlines: 3 cancellations (0%) and 124 delays (27%)
Japan Airlines reported 5 cancellations (0%) and 197 delays (25%), highlighting continued pressure on Japan’s aviation network.
Indian airlines also faced disruptions. SpiceJet recorded 8 cancellations (10%) and 30 delays (40%), while IndiGo reported 3 cancellations (0%) and 195 delays (10%). Akasa Air recorded 4 cancellations (2%) and 17 delays (9%).
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Other affected airlines included:
- Vietnam Airlines: 10 cancellations (2%) and 37 delays (9%)
- Batik Air Indonesia: 15 cancellations (4%) and 57 delays (18%)
- AirAsia Malaysia: 7 cancellations (1%) and 48 delays (10%)
- Saudia: 12 cancellations (2%) and 68 delays (13%)
- Turkish Airlines: 3 cancellations (0%) and 132 delays (8%)
- FlyDubai: 3 cancellations (1%) and 73 delays (25%)
Countries and Cities Most Impacted by Today’s Asia Travel Disruptions
The disruption spread across multiple Asian aviation markets, with the strongest impact observed in countries operating some of the region’s busiest air networks.
Thailand experienced one of the biggest impacts, mainly due to Bangkok’s high disruption levels. Suvarnabhumi Airport recorded 304 delays and 63 cancellations, while Thai Airways reported 60 cancellations and 148 delays.
China recorded widespread disruption across multiple cities. Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Xiamen and other major aviation centres reported delays and cancellations. Chinese carriers also contributed significantly to the regional disruption numbers.
Japan’s aviation network faced heavy delays, particularly at Tokyo Haneda and Narita. Japan Airlines recorded 197 delays, while Haneda Airport recorded 271 delays.
India’s major metropolitan airports in Delhi and Mumbai experienced notable disruption. Airlines including IndiGo and SpiceJet recorded delays affecting domestic and international passengers.
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Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and Singapore all experienced disruptions affecting regional connections. Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok were among the cities impacted.
| IATA | Airport | Cancelled % — Destination | Cancelled % — Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHB | Abha Regional (Saudi Arabia) | — | 6% |
| AYT | Antalya (Turkey) | 0% | — |
| BIR | Biratnagar (Nepal) | — | 16% |
| BKK | Suvarnabhumi Bangkok Int’l (Thailand) | 5% | 6% |
| BOM | Chatrapati Shivaji Int’l (India) | 0% | 0% |
| CGO | Zhengzhou Xinzheng Int’l (China) | — | 0% |
| CGK | Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta Int’l (Indonesia) | 2% | 1% |
| CKG | Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (China) | 0% | 0% |
| CNX | Chiang Mai Int’l (Thailand) | 3% | — |
| CSX | Changsha Huanghua Int’l (China) | — | 0% |
| CTS | New Chitose (Japan) | 0% | — |
| CTU | Chengdu Shuangliu Int’l (China) | 0% | 0% |
| DAD | Da Nang Int’l (Vietnam) | 2% | 2% |
| DEL | Indira Gandhi Int’l (India) | 1% | 0% |
| DXB | Dubai Int’l (UAE) | — | 0% |
| FOC | Fuzhou Changle Int’l (China) | 2% | 1% |
| HAK | Haikou Meilan Int’l (China) | — | 0% |
| HAN | Noi Bai Int’l (Vietnam) | 0% | 0% |
| HET | Hohhot Baita Int’l (China) | 1% | 1% |
| HFE | Hefei Xinqiao Airport (China) | 1% | — |
| HGH | Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int’l (China) | — | 0% |
| HKG | Hong Kong Int’l (Hong Kong) | — | 0% |
| HKT | Phuket Int’l (Thailand) | 4% | 2% |
| HND | Tokyo Int’l (Haneda) (Japan) | 0% | 0% |
| HRB | Harbin Taiping Int’l (China) | 0% | — |
| INC | Yinchuan Helanshan (China) | 1% | — |
| IST | Istanbul Airport (Turkey) | 0% | 0% |
| JED | King Abdulaziz Int’l (Saudi Arabia) | 0% | 0% |
| KMG | Kunming Changshui Int’l (China) | 1% | 1% |
| KTM | Tribhuvan Int’l (Nepal) | 5% | 2% |
| KUL | Kuala Lumpur Int’l (Malaysia) | 0% | — |
| KWE | Guiyang Longdongbao (China) | 0% | 0% |
| MDC | Sam Ratulangi Int’l (Indonesia) | — | 10% |
| NGB | Ningbo Lishe Int’l (China) | 2% | 1% |
| NKG | Nanjing Lukou Int’l (China) | 1% | 0% |
| NRT | Narita Int’l (Japan) | 0% | 0% |
| PEK | Beijing Capital Int’l (China) | 2% | 1% |
| PKX | Beijing Daxing International Airport (China) | 0% | — |
| PVG | Shanghai Pudong Int’l (China) | 0% | 0% |
| RUH | King Khalid Int’l (Saudi Arabia) | 1% | 0% |
| SGN | Tan Son Nhat Int’l (Vietnam) | 0% | 0% |
| SHA | Shanghai Hongqiao Int’l (China) | 1% | 1% |
| SIN | Singapore Changi (Singapore) | 0% | — |
| SJW | Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (China) | — | 1% |
| SZX | Shenzhen Bao’an Int’l (China) | 0% | 0% |
| TFU | Chengdu Tianfu Int’l (China) | 0% | 0% |
| TLV | Ben Gurion Int’l (Israel) | — | 0% |
| TSN | Tianjin Binhai Int’l (China) | 1% | 1% |
| TYN | Taiyuan Wusu (China) | 1% | — |
| UPG | Sultan Hasanuddin Int’l (Indonesia) | 1% | 1% |
| WUH | Wuhan Tianhe (China) | 0% | 0% |
| WUX | Wuxi (China) | 1% | 1% |
| XIY | Xi’an Xianyang Int’l (China) | 0% | 0% |
| XMN | Xiamen Gaoqi Int’l (China) | 1% | 2% |
What Affected Passengers Should Do Now
Passengers facing delays or cancellations across Asia should take several immediate steps to manage their journeys.
Check Airline Updates Before Travelling
Travellers should regularly check airline apps, websites and airport notifications before leaving for the airport. Flight timings can change quickly when airlines adjust operations.
Allow Extra Time at Airports
Passengers travelling through heavily affected airports such as Bangkok, Shanghai, Tokyo, Delhi, Mumbai and Jakarta should arrive earlier than usual to manage possible check-in, security and boarding delays.
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Contact Airlines for Rebooking Options
Travellers affected by cancellations should contact their airline directly for available alternatives, including rebooking options, revised departure times or refund procedures where applicable.
Keep Travel Documents Ready
Passengers should keep booking confirmations, identification documents and insurance details available, especially when dealing with schedule changes or missed connections.
Data Verification Notice
The data has been carefully compiled and verified by our editorial team using real-time aviation disruption figures captured on 29 September 2026 at 2:59 pm ET (USA), corresponding to 30 September 2026 at 2:00 am Bangkok Time (GMT+7).
Primary Data Source: FlightAware, Local Correspondent
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Editorial Verification: All reported statistics were reviewed, analysed and cross-checked by our human editorial team. Timestamped records, operational data logs and relevant feed snapshots have been securely maintained internally to ensure accuracy, transparency and future reference.
Data Disclaimer: Real-time flight tracking information represents active aviation operations and may change as airlines update schedules, airports adjust movements or flights complete their journeys. Minor differences may occur between live tracking figures and information displayed on airport systems, airline platforms or passenger departure boards.
Yesterday, flight operations across Asia were disrupted by 6,108 delays and 591 cancellations, affecting numerous of travellers across the region. Explore the complete disruption analysis and detailed airport-by-airport coverage here.
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Verified by Tuhin Sarkar
