Indian airlines are staring at an estimated revenue loss of around Rs 2,500 crore as airspace restrictions and the ongoing West Asia conflict disrupt operations, forcing cancellations, rerouting and higher fuel consumption.
The crisis has significantly impacted international operations, particularly on routes connecting India with the Gulf — one of the country’s largest aviation markets driven by migrant traffic, business travel and tourism. Airlines have been compelled to cut services sharply, with daily flights to key Gulf destinations dropping substantially due to restricted airspace.
Major carriers such as IndiGo and Air India have scaled back operations, with some operating only a fraction of their planned schedules. The disruptions have led to widespread cancellations and reduced capacity, directly affecting revenue streams.
Airspace closures over parts of West Asia, including critical corridors, along with restrictions over neighbouring regions, have forced airlines to take longer alternative routes. This has increased flight durations by several hours on long-haul routes to Europe and North America, significantly raising aviation turbine fuel (ATF) consumption and operational costs.
06/04/2026 Business World
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