Delhi airport sees cancellation of 138 domestic, international flights on May 9

metro india news  I NEW DELHI

The Union government has extended the closure of 24 airports across the country till 5:29 am on May 15, as tensions escalate between New Delhi and Islamabad following Operation Sindoor and a foiled drone attack by Pakistan's military.

Delhi International Airport Limited advised passengers to be prepared for additional time at security checkpoints and cooperate with airline and security staff for smooth processing as 138 flights to and from the Delhi airport were cancelled by various airlines on Friday (May 9, 2025), according to a source.

Airports will be closed till May 15 in cities such as Chandigarh, Srinagar, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Bhuntar, Kishangarh, Patiala, Shimla, Jaisalmer, Pathankot, Jammu, Bikaner, Leh, Porbander and others.

Airlines issue travel advisories Several airlines have also issued travel advisories for passengers and asked for them to remain updated on airport closures and enhanced security protocols.

Air India in a post on X on Friday stated, “Following a notification from aviation authorities on continued closure of multiple airports in India, Air India flights to and from the following stations – Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Bhuj, Jamnagar and Rajkot – are being cancelled till 0529 hrs IST on 15 May, pending further updates.”