In a significant development following the recent India-Pakistan ceasefire, the Indian authorities have finally announced the opening of the airports, which were closed until May 15, 2025.

India reopens closed airports.

The Indian authorities have cancelled the NOTAM for the closure of the airports, which are in various states of reopening. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has officially announced the immediate reopening of airports temporarily shut down due to heightened tensions between the two nations.

The closure, initially planned to last until 05:29 hours on May 15, 2025, was implemented on May 7, 2025, affecting major airports in northern and northwestern India. Airports such as Chandigarh, Srinagar, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Bhuntar, Kishangarh, Patiala, Shimla, Dharamsala, Bathinda, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Leh, Bikaner, Pathankot, Jammu, Jamnagar, and Bhuj were impacted. The suspension had led to over 500 flight cancellations across various airlines, causing significant disruptions in travel plans for thousands of passengers.

The following airports are now in various stages of reopening:

1. Adhampur
2. Ambala
3. Amritsar
4. Awantipur
5. Bathinda
6. Bhuj
7. Bikaner
8. Chandigarh
9. Halwara
10. Hindon
11. Jaisalmer
12. Jammu
13. Jamnagar
14. Jodhpur
15. Kandla
16. Kangra (Gaggal)
17. Keshod
18. Kishangarh
19. Kullu Manali (Bhuntar)
20. Leh
21. Ludhiana
22. Mundra
23. Naliya
24. Pathankot
25. Patiala
26. Porbandar
27. Rajkot (Hirasar)
28. Sarsawa
29. Shimla
30. Srinagar
31. Thoise
32. Uttarlai

Despite lifting restrictions, commercial airlines have yet to resume operations immediately. IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has responded promptly, reassuring passengers through official communication channels. In a statement, IndiGo said, “In line with the latest government directives, the airports are open for operations. We will progressively commence operations on the previously closed routes.”

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— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) May 12, 2025

This reopening marks a significant relief for the aviation operators, passengers, and the overall economy of the regions impacted. Given the operational scale involved, airlines will require some time to restore regular flight schedules fully. Passengers who faced cancellations due to these closures are advised to contact their respective airlines regarding rescheduling options and refunds.

Bottomline

The Indian airports that have been shut since May 7, 2025, are now declared open immediately. However, it will be a short while before the airlines can station planes and notify passengers to come and board their flights, especially since they would have already cancelled and rebooked the passengers over the past couple of days. Monitor your airline and airport handles on X to ensure you know more.

What do you make of the current situation? How long will it take to normalise?

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