Flights Cancelled Across Asian Routes with 363 Cancellations and 6,018 Delays at Makassar, Shanghai, Tokyo and More Airports

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August 4, 2026 3:07 AM |

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Asian aviation network is experiencing widespread disruption as huge number of flights face delays and hundreds of services are cancelled across major airports from China to the Middle East and East Asia. Based on the latest operational data provided, 6,018 flight delays and 363 cancellations have been recorded across affected routes in Asia. Severe weather risks, including flooding concerns in China and extreme heat conditions in South Korea, along with regional security concerns affecting some Middle East-linked routes, are adding pressure to airline operations. Major aviation hubs including Beijing Capital, Shanghai Pudong, Makassar, Sultan Hasanuddin Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta, Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Dubai, Tokyo Haneda Airport and others reported significant operational interruptions.

China Airports Face the Largest Share of Asia’s Flight Disruptions

China recorded the most extensive airport disruption among the affected Asian markets, with several major gateways reporting hundreds of delayed flights. Weather-related risks, including mountain torrent warnings and elevated flood threats across parts of the country, have created additional operational challenges for transport networks.

At Beijing Capital International Airport, the country’s busiest aviation hubs recorded 623 delays and 47 cancellations, making it one of the most affected airports in the region. Nearby Beijing Daxing International Airport reported 490 delays and 13 cancellations, showing continued pressure on Beijing’s air connectivity.

Shanghai also experienced significant disruption. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport recorded 240 delays and 15 cancellations, while Shanghai Pudong International Airport reported 399 delays and 10 cancellations.

Other major Chinese airports affected included:

China’s airline network was also heavily affected. China Southern recorded 763 delays, while China Eastern reported 733 delays and Air China recorded 562 delays. Other carriers facing disruption included Shenzhen Airlines with 358 delays, XiamenAir with 279 delays, Sichuan Airlines with 262 delays, and Hainan Airlines with 238 delays.

India, Indonesia and Japan Experience Significant Aviation Pressure

Beyond China, other major Asian aviation markets also reported disruptions.

In India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai recorded 162 delays and eight cancellations, while Bengaluru International Airport reported 99 delays and five cancellations.

Airline operations were affected across Indian carriers. IndiGo recorded 327 delays and four cancellations, while SpiceJet reported 47 delays and 13 cancellations. Akasa Air recorded 15 delays and four cancellations.

Indonesia’s aviation sector also faced disruption. Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport recorded 231 delays and 14 cancellations, while Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport reported 77 delays and six cancellations.

Japan’s major international gateway, Tokyo Haneda Airport, reported 210 delays and two cancellations, while All Nippon Airways recorded 79 delays and two cancellations.

Middle East-Linked Asian Routes Continue to Face Operational Challenges

Airports connecting Asia with the Middle East also reported disruptions. Regional tensions, combined with challenging operating conditions, affected several hubs.

Saudi Arabia’s airports recorded notable disruption, with King Khalid International Airport reporting 144 delays and 37 cancellations, while King Abdulaziz International Airport recorded 183 delays and 28 cancellations.

The United Arab Emirates also experienced interruptions. Dubai International Airport reported 228 delays and six cancellations, while Sharjah International Airport recorded 80 delays and three cancellations.

Additional affected airports included:

Airline Disruptions Spread Across China, India and Gulf Carriers

Several airlines experienced elevated delays across the region. In China, carriers including China Southern, China Eastern, Air China, Shenzhen Airlines, XiamenAir and Sichuan Airlines recorded substantial operational interruptions.

Saudi carriers were also affected, with Saudia reporting 92 delays and 52 cancellations, while flyadeal recorded 51 delays and seven cancellations.

In the Gulf aviation market, Air Arabia recorded 65 delays and four cancellations, while Emirates reported 103 delays and two cancellations. Oman Air recorded 34 delays and six cancellations, while Royal Jordanian reported 25 delays and two cancellations.

Weather Risks Continue to Influence Asia’s Aviation Stability

Weather conditions remain a major factor behind regional disruption. China issued severe warnings related to mountain torrents as multiple rivers exceeded warning levels, increasing risks from heavy rainfall and flooding. These conditions can affect airport access, ground handling activities and flight schedules.

South Korea also faced extreme heat conditions, with the Greater Seoul region placed under the highest-level heatwave emergency warning. High temperatures can create operational challenges for airports, including aircraft handling procedures, passenger safety measures and outdoor airport services.

Travel And Tour World contacted all relevant airports for comment before publication. At the time of publishing, no responses had been received.

What Affected Passengers Can Do Now

Passengers travelling across affected Asian airports should take several precautions:

• Check airline websites and airport information before leaving for the airport.
• Allow additional time for check-in, security procedures and possible operational changes.
• Contact airlines directly for rebooking options if flights are cancelled.
• Keep essential items, medications and travel documents in hand luggage.
• Monitor weather updates, especially when travelling through regions affected by flooding or extreme heat.
• Avoid arriving at airports based only on the original schedule until flight status is confirmed.

Data Verification Notice

The data has been extensively curated by our editorial team using real-time aviation figures recorded on 3rd August 2026
at 5:10 pm ET USA (4th August 2026 at 5:09 am, 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.

We have also published Asian disruption data yesterday. Click the link here to read the article.