Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated following a violent attack in Kashmir, prompting Pakistan to close its airspace to all Indian airlines. This decision forced Air India flights to divert to alternative destinations, causing extensive delays for hundreds of passengers. Multiple flights were affected, with routes extended significantly, resulting in increased operational costs for airlines. Passengers faced journeys that were much longer than anticipated, with some experiencing up to a 24-hour delay in reaching their destinations, highlighting the far-reaching impact of geopolitical tensions on civilian travel.
Hundreds of passengers from across the world faced lengthy delays after Air India flights were forced to divert on Thursday. Flights from San Francisco and Toronto landed in Denmark, while those traveling from Paris and London diverted to the Middle East.
The closure means many flights to India will now take longer, costing the country's airlines more for fuel and labor. Even before the disruption, passengers on Air India Flight 180 were set for a lengthy redeye trip.
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