Archive · 26 Dec 2025
IndiGo Cancels Flights Due to Dense Fog
IndiGo, a big airline in India, had to cancel some flights because of very thick fog.
This fog made it hard for planes to take off and land safely.
One family who had their flight cancelled from Calcutta to Varanasi had to drive instead, which took more than 14 hours and cost them a lot more money.
IndiGo said they are sorry and are trying their best to help people.
They also said they are ready for more people travelling during the holiday season.
The fog was not just in one place; it was in many parts of India, like Delhi, Bengaluru, and Agra.
In some places, the fog was so thick that people could not see very far, but in other places, the skies were clear.
IndiGo is also getting new planes soon to fly to more places.
The government has asked all airlines to follow strict rules to keep flights safe during the foggy season.
IndiGo cancelled flights due to dense fog and low visibility in Bengaluru, Varanasi, Chandigarh, Guwahati, and other parts of India.
A family from Calcutta had to drive 14+ hours to Varanasi after their flight was cancelled, costing ₹43,000.
IndiGo offered the earliest alternative flight on December 27 and is closely monitoring weather conditions.
IndiGo claims to be fully prepared for holiday season traffic demand, operating 2,100-2,200 flights daily.
The government has directed airlines to implement strict SOPs and use advanced equipment to handle foggy conditions.
- Who
- IndiGo and passengers affected by flight cancellations
- What
- Flight cancellations and disruptions due to dense fog
- When
- December 25-26, 2025
- Where
- Bengaluru, Varanasi, Chandigarh, Guwahati, and other parts of India
- Why
- Dense fog and low visibility impacting flight operations
Passengers
IndiGo
Flight Cancellations
Passengers
Passengers are facing significant inconveniences due to flight cancellations, including long road trips and additional costs.
IndiGo
IndiGo is working to minimize disruptions and is closely monitoring weather conditions to resume normal operations.
Compensation
Passengers
Passengers expect compensation for the additional expenses incurred due to flight cancellations.
IndiGo
IndiGo has not explicitly mentioned any compensation for the affected passengers.
- Flight Cancellation Reason
- Dense fog and low visibility
- Alternative Flight Offered
- December 27
- Road Trip Cost
- ₹43,000
- Road Trip Duration
- 14+ hours
- Flight Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Flight Tickets Cost
- ₹20,000
- Flight Capacity
- 186 seats
- IndiGo's Daily Flights
- 2,100-2,200
- IndiGo's Customers
- Over 1 million every 3 days
- IndiGo's Operational Destinations
- 138
- Affected Airports
- Bengaluru, Varanasi, Chandigarh, Guwahati
- Fog Window Period
- December 10 - February 10
Sources
Flight turns into 14-hour road trip: Family drives to Varanasi after IndiGo cancellation
Delhiites wake up to clearer skies, improved visibility on Christmas; dense fog impacts flight ops in Bengaluru
IndiGo says fully prepared to cater to holiday season traffic demand
IndiGo issues travel advisory amid dense fog in Bangalore
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