Flights Cancelled Throughout Asia as 2,967 Delays and 358 Cancellations Impact Travel at Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and 50 More Airports
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With 2,967 delays and 358 cancellations affecting passengers at Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, and 50 other airports, extensive operational disruptions hampered air travel networks throughout Asia. Major aviation hubs in China, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, and other Asian markets were impacted by the interruption. Additionally, while airlines handled schedule modifications, delayed aircraft movements, and service cancellations, passengers had to wait longer. Significant strain was documented at major airports, and numerous major airlines reported delays on both domestic and international routes. Passengers are urged to keep an eye on flight updates and be ready for any modifications to their travel plans throughout Asia as the disruption persists.
Which Asian airports recorded the highest delays and cancellations today?
The strongest impact was concentrated at several high-volume airports that serve as major domestic and international connection points.
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Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi, India) recorded the highest number of delays among the listed airports, with 361 delayed flights and six cancellations. The airport’s disruption affected airline operations across domestic and international routes.
Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (Indonesia) recorded 224 delays and 50 cancellations, making it the airport with the highest cancellation count in the data provided. The disruption placed significant pressure on Indonesia’s busiest aviation gateway.
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Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Malaysia) experienced 223 delays and four cancellations, reflecting continued operational challenges at one of Southeast Asia’s most important transit hubs.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (China) reported 198 delays and 23 cancellations, while Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport recorded 101 delays and 22 cancellations, showing significant pressure across Shanghai’s two major airports.
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Across Southeast Asia, major hubs also reported disruptions. Singapore Changi Airport recorded 126 delays and eight cancellations, while Manila International Airport in the Philippines recorded 94 delays and five cancellations. Hong Kong International Airport recorded 91 delays and four cancellations, affecting regional and long-haul connectivity.\
Percentage of Cancellations across Various Airports in Asia
| Airport | Origin Cancellation % | Destination Cancellation % |
|---|---|---|
| Jakarta-Soekarno-Hatta Int’l (CGK) | 4% | 3% |
| Shanghai Hongqiao Int’l (SHA) | 3% | 1% |
| Shanghai Pudong Int’l (PVG) | 1% | 1% |
| Chengdu Tianfu Int’l (TFU) | 1% | 1% |
| Beijing Capital Int’l (PEK) | 0% | 1% |
| Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) | 1% | 1% |
| Guangzhou Baiyun Int’l (CAN) | 0% | 0% |
| Xi’an Xianyang Int’l (XIY) | 0% | 0% |
| Shenzhen Bao’an Int’l (SZX) | 0% | 0% |
| Chengdu Shuangliu Int’l (CTU) | 1% | 1% |
| Wuhan Tianhe (WUH) | 1% | 0% |
| Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport (SWA) | 3% | 4% |
| Wuxi (WUX) | 3% | 1% |
| Kunming Changshui Int’l (KMG) | 0% | 0% |
| Manila Int’l (MNL) | 0% | 0% |
| Sultan Hasanuddin Int’l (UPG) | 1% | 2% |
| Juanda Int’l (SUB) | 1% | 1% |
| Osaka Int’l (Itami) (ITM) | 1% | 2% |
| Huizhou Pingtan Airport (HUZ) | 8% | 7% |
| Tianjin Binhai Int’l (TSN) | 1% | 0% |
| Xiamen Gaoqi Int’l (XMN) | 0% | 0% |
| Chongqing Jiangbei Int’l (CKG) | 0% | 0% |
| Ningbo Lishe Int’l (NGB) | 1% | 1% |
| Fuzhou Changle Int’l (FOC) | 1% | 1% |
| Haikou Meilan Int’l (HAK) | 0% | 1% |
| Kuala Namu International (KNO) | 2% | 4% |
| Nanjing Lukou Int’l (NKG) | 0% | 0% |
| Sanya Phoenix Int’l (SYX) | 0% | — |
| Quanzhou Jinjiang (JJN) | 2% | 2% |
| Yangon Int’l (RGN) | 4% | — |
| Yulin (UYN) | 3% | — |
| Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee (IXL) | 13% | — |
| Mianyang Nanjiao (MIG) | 4% | — |
| Beihai (BHY) | 6% | 7% |
| Dongsheng (DSN) | 4% | — |
| Yichang (YIH) | 3% | — |
| Xilinhot (XIL) | 6% | 6% |
| Indira Gandhi Int’l (DEL) | — | 0% |
| Hong Kong Int’l (HKG) | — | 0% |
| Fukuoka (FUK) | — | 0% |
| Hang Nadim (BTH) | — | 3% |
| Dehong Mangshi Airport (LUM) | — | 3% |
| Kazan (KZN) | — | 5% |
| Nantong (NTG) | — | 3% |
| Radin Inten II (Branti) (TKG) | — | 10% |
| Luzhou (LZO) | — | 5% |
| Guillermo Leon Valencia (PPN) | — | 22% |
| Mandalay Int’l (MDL) | — | 25% |
| Kalaymyo (KMV) | — | 66% |
| Kuala Lumpur Int’l (KUL) | 0% | 0% |
| Singapore Changi (SIN) | 0% | 0% |
How were cities and countries across Asia affected by the aviation disruption?
The disruption spread across multiple aviation markets, affecting some of Asia’s largest tourism and business travel centres.
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India
India experienced one of the strongest impacts through Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, which recorded 361 delays and six cancellations. Airline operations were affected across domestic and international networks, creating potential connection challenges for passengers travelling through the capital.
Airlines linked to India also experienced significant delays. IndiGo recorded 305 delays (15%) and two cancellations (0%), while Air India recorded 152 delays (21%) and one cancellation (0%). SpiceJet reported 33 delays (37%) and seven cancellations (8%), showing a high delay percentage compared with other carriers.
China
China experienced broad disruption across multiple cities, with Shanghai, Guangzhou, Beijing, Chengdu and Shenzhen among the most affected aviation centres.
Major Chinese airlines impacted included:
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| Airline | Cancellations | Cancellation Rate | Delays | Delay Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Eastern | 51 | 1% | 225 | 8% |
| Air China | 24 | 1% | 100 | 4% |
| Tianjin Airlines | 16 | 3% | 29 | 7% |
| Hainan Airlines | 11 | 1% | 44 | 5% |
| Shanghai Airlines | 10 | 2% | 51 | 14% |
| Shenzhen Airlines | 9 | 1% | 65 | 7% |
| China Express Airlines | 4 | 0% | 72 | 14% |
| Spring Airlines | 3 | 0% | 81 | 13% |
| China Southern Airlines | 2 | 0% | 100 | 3% |
| XiamenAir | 2 | 0% | 91 | 12% |
| Sichuan Airlines | 1 | 0% | 80 | 9% |
Indonesia and Southeast Asia
Indonesia faced some of the most visible disruption, led by Jakarta’s 224 delays and 50 cancellations.
Airlines affected included:
| Airline | Cancellations | Cancellation Rate | Delays | Delay Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batik Air | 15 | 4% | 80 | 23% |
| Citilink | 13 | 4% | 35 | 11% |
| Garuda Indonesia | 1 | 0% | 42 | 17% |
| Indonesia AirAsia | 2 | 2% | 7 | 7% |
| Malindo Air | 2 | 1% | 45 | 26% |
| Pelita Air Service | 7 | 11% | 12 | 19% |
Other Southeast Asian carriers also experienced operational challenges:
- AirAsia: 93 delays (19%) and two cancellations (0%)
- Singapore Airlines: 33 delays (8%) and four cancellations (1%)
- Scoot: 23 delays (11%) and four cancellations (1%)
- Philippine Airlines: 11 delays (11%) and five cancellations (5%)
Which airlines faced the highest disruption levels across Asia today?
The airline data shows that both major full-service carriers and low-cost airlines were affected.
The highest delay numbers were recorded by:
- IndiGo: 305 delays (15%)
- China Eastern: 225 delays (8%)
- Air India: 152 delays (21%)
- Air China: 100 delays (4%)
- China Southern Airlines: 100 delays (3%)
- AirAsia: 93 delays (19%)
- XiamenAir: 91 delays (12%)
- Japan Airlines: 86 delays (10%)
- Spring Airlines: 81 delays (13%)
- Batik Air: 80 delays (23%)
The highest cancellation numbers were recorded by:
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- China Eastern: 51 cancellations (1%)
- Air China: 24 cancellations (1%)
- Tianjin Airlines: 16 cancellations (3%)
- Batik Air: 15 cancellations (4%)
- Citilink: 13 cancellations (4%)
- Hainan Airlines: 11 cancellations (1%)
What can affected passengers do now?
Passengers travelling through affected airports of Asia should take immediate steps to reduce the impact of delays and cancellations.
- Travellers should verify flight status directly through airline websites, mobile applications or airport information systems before travelling. Flight schedules can change quickly when aircraft rotations are disrupted.
- Passengers with connecting flights through major hubs such as Delhi, Jakarta, Shanghai, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Hong Kong should prepare for longer transfer times. Missed connections can occur when inbound aircraft arrive late.
- Passengers affected by cancellations should contact airlines immediately to request alternative flights, refunds or travel assistance depending on the airline’s policies and local passenger protection rules.
- Travellers should keep boarding passes, booking references, identification documents and airline communication channels accessible to speed up assistance.
Data Verification Notice
The data has been extensively curated by our editorial team using real-time aviation figures recorded on 5 September 2026 at 3:28 pm ET USA (6 September 2026, 3:29 am Singapore Time (GMT+8)).
Primary Source: FlightAware.
Verification Protocol: All statistics have been independently reviewed and cross-checked by our human editorial desk. Timestamped records, data logs and feed snapshots are securely archived internally to support historical accuracy and editorial transparency.
Note: Real-time flight-tracking figures reflect active airspace and operational data. Minor variations may occur when compared with information displayed at individual airport terminals or airline departure gates.
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Verified by Tuhin Sarkar
