IndiGo Halts Kuwait Flight Services Until Noon on June 4 Due to Airspace Shutdown

India’s biggest low-cost airline, IndiGo, announced on Wednesday (June 3) that it has halted all flights to and from Kuwait until 12 pm on June 4, 2026, due to the ongoing closure of Kuwait’s airspace.

IndiGo stated that it is closely coordinating with relevant aviation authorities and continually monitoring the situation. The airline indicated that it will resume services once conditions improve and safe operating corridors are available. Passengers are advised to verify their flight status before heading to the airport.

“We recognize the disruption this may cause to your travel plans and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Please rest assured that this precautionary measure prioritizes the safety and well-being of our customers and crew,” IndiGo stated in its travel advisory.

Also Read: IndiGo reports a Q4 loss of ₹2,536 crore due to forex losses and exceptional items

IndiGo mentioned that customers affected by the flight cancellations can explore travel options, including rebooking assistance or full refunds, through its official channels. The airline expressed regret for the inconvenience to passengers and will continue to support those impacted.

Earlier today, shares of Interglobe Aviation Ltd surged to daily highs following the government’s approval of a ₹10,000 crore Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) Price Stabilisation Fund, which aims to shield airlines from escalating jet fuel costs prompted by the West Asia crisis.

According to government details, international ATF prices have risen 2.5 times in recent months, increasing from ₹60.5 per litre in March 2026 to ₹142 per litre in May 2026. To protect domestic carriers from this spike, the government has capped ATF prices for domestic operations at ₹75.6 per litre.

Also Read: IndiGo to cease Manchester operations from August 31 due to higher operating costs

This decision comes as fuel costs continue to significantly impact airline finances. ATF constitutes approximately 40% of an airline’s operating expenses, making carriers particularly susceptible to fluctuations in global oil and fuel markets.

The ATF Price Stabilisation Fund is part of a series of measures greenlit by the Union Cabinet and the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), which approved projects and schemes amounting to nearly ₹39,300 crore.

Shares of Interglobe Aviation Ltd closed at ₹4,536.80, an increase of ₹70.30, or 1.57%, on the BSE.