Air India to Reduce Domestic Flights by Up to 22% Amid Rising Fuel Costs
Air India plans to cut domestic flight operations by up to 22% due to rising fuel costs and financial pressure. The airline has already reduced international services by nearly 27%.
Prasanth Subramani
Air India is set to reduce its domestic flight operations by up to 22% due to rising fuel prices and increasing operational costs, according to reports.
The airline, which has been facing financial pressure and operational challenges, has already reduced its international flight services by nearly 27%. Air India currently operates around 4,400 flights per week, including approximately 3,600 domestic services and 800 international flights.
The company stated that, as part of previously announced changes to selected international routes between June and August 2026, it has now temporarily adjusted operations on several domestic routes during the same period. This includes reducing the frequency of flights on specific sectors.
According to the airline, domestic flight services will be reduced by around 20% to 22%, with the sharp rise in fuel prices continuing to impact overall airline operations and profitability.
Air India also assured passengers that precautionary measures would be taken to minimize inconvenience. Affected travelers may be accommodated on alternative flights, allowed to change travel dates without additional charges, or offered full refunds depending on the situation.
The airline further stated that it will continue monitoring passenger demand closely and aims to restore flight frequencies to normal levels once operating conditions improve.
