IndiGo Grounds Six International Routes Amid Cost Pressures and Weak Demand

Brief By Hindustan Times / 10:46 PM on 04 Jun 2026

IndiGo has announced the temporary suspension of flights to Hong Kong, Shanghai, Tashkent, Almaty, Tbilisi and Tashkent, citing weaker seasonal demand and rising operating costs. The affected services will remain paused from July 1 to September 30, 2026. The airline said ongoing airspace restrictions, higher fuel expenses and global aviation challenges have significantly impacted route profitability and network planning.