New Delhi: Air India on Wednesday announced the rationalisation of select international services between June and August 2026, citing continued airspace restrictions across certain regions and record-high jet fuel prices impacting overseas operations.
In a press release, the airline said the temporary adjustments are aimed at improving overall network stability and minimising last-minute inconvenience to passengers amid operational and commercial challenges.
The financially struggling airline will temporarily suspend operations on the Delhi–Chicago, Mumbai–New York, Delhi–Shanghai, Chennai–Singapore, Mumbai–Dhaka, and Delhi–Male routes until August as part of its network rationalisation plan.
Despite the changes, Air India said it will continue operating more than 1,200 international flights every month across five continents, maintaining a strong global network.
According to the airline, its international schedule during the period will include 33 weekly flights to North America, 47 weekly flights to Europe, 57 weekly flights to the UK, eight weekly flights to Australia, 158 weekly flights to the Far East, Southeast Asia, and SAARC regions, and seven weekly flights to Mauritius in Africa.
Air India also assured passengers that customers affected by cancellations will receive proactive support, including re-accommodation on alternative Air India flights, free date changes, or full refunds, depending on eligibility.
The airline added that passengers can continue to seek assistance through its 24×7 customer contact centre and digital support channels.
