Budget carrier SpiceJet announced on May 29 that adverse weather conditions in the national capital could disrupt flight operations, prompting the airline to advise passengers to closely monitor the status of their flights.
In a late evening travel advisory, the airline said all arrivals, departures and consequential flights operating to and from Delhi may be impacted due to inclement weather conditions in the region.
“Due to bad weather in Delhi, all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may be affected,” SpiceJet said, while requesting passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
The advisory came as parts of Delhi-NCR witnessed thunderstorms, gusty winds and rainfall following a weather alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The weather office had forecast thunderstorms and lightning activity across several parts of north India, including the national capital region.
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Delhi airport authorities said flight operations at the airport were continuing normally despite the prevailing weather conditions. However, passengers were advised to remain in touch with airlines for updated schedules and possible changes in departure or arrival timings.
“As per the India Meteorological Department’s forecast, Delhi is experiencing inclement weather conditions and thunderstorms. However, flight operations at Delhi Airport are currently normal,” Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) said in a statement.
The airport operator added that ground teams were coordinating with multiple stakeholders to minimise inconvenience to passengers and ensure smooth operations.
“Our on-ground teams are working diligently with all stakeholders to ensure your journey remains hassle-free,” the airport operator said.
Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport is among the busiest airports in the country and weather-related disruptions often trigger cascading delays across airline networks, particularly during peak evening operating hours.
Airlines typically face operational challenges during thunderstorms due to temporary air traffic congestion, aircraft sequencing issues and reduced visibility.
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Aviation industry executives said adverse weather conditions can have a ripple effect on airline schedules, especially when multiple flights and aircraft rotations are interconnected across domestic and international sectors.
Over the past few weeks, several parts of north India have witnessed fluctuating weather patterns, including dust storms, heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, affecting road traffic and aviation operations intermittently.
Airlines generally issue travel advisories during such conditions to alert passengers about possible delays, diversions or schedule changes. Passengers are also advised to allocate additional travel time to reach airports due to potential traffic congestion caused by rain and waterlogging in parts of the city.
The IMD has forecast continued thunderstorm activity in isolated pockets of Delhi-NCR over the next few days, accompanied by strong surface winds and moderate rainfall.
Airport authorities advised passengers to rely on official airline communication channels for real-time updates regarding boarding schedules and flight movements.
