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Thousands Of Passengers Grounded In Asia As Singapore, Korean, Air China, ANA, Japan, And Other Airlines Cancel 225 And Delay 2,794 Flights Across Japan, China, Singapore, South Korea, Indonesia,Thailand and More Including Tokyo, Beijing, Incheon, Jakarta, and Changi
Thousands Of travelers were disrupted across Asia Today as widespread flight issues resulted in 225 flight cancellations and 2,794 delays, including Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta (408 delays), Tokyo Haneda (32 cancellations, 288 delays), Suvarnabhumi Bangkok (281 delays), Incheon International (294 delays), Singapore Changi (277 Delays), Shenzhen Bao’an (344 delays), Guangzhou Baiyun (190 delays), and New Chitose (64 cancellations, 194 delays). Impacted Airlines included Air China (over 200 combined delays and cancellations across multiple hubs), China Southern Airlines (170+ delays), Japan Airlines (165+ delays), All Nippon Airways and ANA Wings (significant cancellations in Japan), Korean Air (70 delays), Singapore Airlines (74 delays), Thai Airways (81 delays), and Batik Air, Lion Air, and Super Air Jet in Indonesia. The disruption pattern today was largely delay-driven across Southeast Asia and China, while Japan recorded a higher concentration of cancellations, especially at regional airports. Tokyo, Beijing, Jakarta, Bangkok, Singapore, and Seoul were among the most affected cities, reflecting widespread disruption across Japan, China, Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore, and South Korea.
- Update today: Major Asian Airports logged 2,794 delays and 225 cancellations, affecting millions of travelers.
- Jakarta (CGK) recorded the highest delay volume with 408 delayed flights.
- Air China and ANA Group contributed heavily to the 218 cancellations across China and Japan.
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Incheon (ICN) followed with 281 and 294 delays, respectively.
- Japan’s New Chitose (CTS) and Osaka Itami (ITM) saw elevated cancellation rates, driven by regional network pressure.
- China’s mega-hubs, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Beijing, and Shanghai Hongqiao, absorbed disruption primarily through delays rather than cancellations.
Most Affected Asian Airports by Cancellations and Delays
New Chitose Airport (CTS)
New Chitose remained Japan’s cancellation hotspot, logging 64 cancellations and 194 delays. ANA Wings alone accounted for 37 cancellations, severely affecting northern Japan’s domestic connectivity.
Singapore Changi International Airport
Singapore Changi International Airport logged over 270 flight delays and just one cancellation today, with Singapore Airlines (74 delays) and Scoot (61 delays) carrying the bulk of the disruption.
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Jakarta emerged as Asia’s most delay-affected airport today, recording 408 delays and just 2 cancellations. Batik Air, Lion Air, Super Air Jet, Citilink, and Garuda Indonesia accounted for the majority of disrupted operations, with knock-on delays spreading to Bali, Makassar, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Narita, and Jeddah.
Suvarnabhumi Bangkok International Airport (BKK)
Bangkok logged 281 delays and 2 cancellations, making it one of the most globally connected disruption points. Delays extended to Europe, the Middle East, and East Asia, including London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Oslo, Paris, Istanbul, Doha, and Taipei, highlighting Bangkok’s role as a regional transit hub.
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Seoul Incheon recorded 294 delays and 2 cancellations, including 15 delays linked to U.S.-bound or U.S-origin flights. The airport acted as a major delay amplifier, with impacts reaching North America, Europe, and Africa, while Korean Air and Asiana bore most of the operational strain.
Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX)
Shenzhen posted 344 delays and 14 cancellations, the highest delay count among Chinese airports. China Southern Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines alone accounted for 174 delays, while congestion rippled to Beijing, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Guangzhou, and international points such as Narita and Incheon.
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda recorded 288 delays and 32 cancellations, making it Japan’s most delay-affected hub today. All Nippon Airways and Japan Airlines combined for nearly 200 delayed flights, with additional impacts on U.S.-linked services.
Airlines Most Affected by Flight Cancellations and Delays
Air China
Air China was the most repeatedly affected airline across Asia, recording over 200 combined delays and cancellations across Beijing, Hangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Guangzhou, and Shanghai Hongqiao.
China Southern Airlines
China Southern absorbed 170+ delays, mainly at Shenzhen and Guangzhou, underscoring the strain on southern China’s aviation corridor.
Japan Airlines
Japan Airlines experienced significant delays at Haneda, New Chitose, and Osaka Itami, totaling 165+ delayed flights, with fewer cancellations compared to ANA Group carriers.
All Nippon Airways and ANA Wings
ANA and ANA Wings were Japan’s most cancellation-heavy operators today, particularly at New Chitose and Osaka Itami, where regional services were heavily disrupted.
Korean Air
Korean Air recorded 70 delays at Incheon, the highest among Korean carriers, reflecting strong international exposure.
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines logged 74 delays at Changi, the highest among carriers operating from Singapore today.
Thai Airways
Thai Airways saw 81 delays at Suvarnabhumi, making it the most affected airline in Thailand.
How Travellers Were Impacted at Major Airports
- Expect longer ground delays and missed connections, especially at hub airports.
- Allow extra buffer time for domestic transfers in Japan and China.
- Monitor airline notifications closely for gate changes and rolling delays.
- Be prepared for overnight disruptions at regional airports with limited frequencies.
- Check rebooking and accommodation policies before arriving at the airport.
- Passengers were advised to check baggage policies as delays elevated the chance of luggage separation on affected flights.
Overview of Asia Flight Cancellations
Today’s Asia-wide disruption pattern was defined by high delay volumes with selective cancellation spikes. Japan recorded the bulk of cancellations, concentrated at New Chitose, Osaka Itami, and Tokyo Haneda, with ANA Wings and All Nippon Airways most affected. In contrast, China’s major hubs — Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Beijing Capital, and Shanghai Hongqiao — relied heavily on delays to manage congestion, impacting Air China, China Southern, and China Eastern repeatedly throughout the day. Southeast Asia, led by Jakarta, Bangkok, and Singapore, experienced severe delay accumulation with minimal cancellations, affecting Thai Airways, Singapore Airlines, Batik Air, Lion Air, and Super Air Jet. Incheon International stood out as a bridge between regional and long-haul disruption, with delays extending to North America and Europe. Overall, today’s data shows Asia’s aviation network under sustained pressure, with delays serving as the primary recovery mechanism across most major airports.
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