- Mumbai’s CSMIA hit its worst day for diversions on 5 July and while the IMD alert has since eased to yellow, 8 July actually saw more cancellations (16) and delays (356) than that “worst day.”
- Delhi’s IGI Airport diverted 15 inbound flights (11 domestic, 4 international) to Jaipur and Lucknow on 5 July and remains under an orange alert, with nearby districts under red and heavier rain forecast for 10–11 July.
- Weather-caused delays and cancellations carry no cash compensation under Indian rules, but you’re still entitled to a full refund or free rebooking, plus meals after roughly 2–4 hours’ delay and hotel accommodation if you’re stranded overnight.
Current status at a glance
| Airport | Status (9 Jul 2026) | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi (IGI) | Orange alert | Nearby districts under red; heavier rain forecast for 10–11 Jul |
| Mumbai (CSMIA) | Yellow alert | Eased from red, but 8 Jul cancellations and delays topped the 5 Jul “worst day” |
| Goa (Dabolim / Mopa) | Watch | IMD forecasts widespread, sometimes heavy rain over Konkan & Goa through 14 Jul; already absorbing some Delhi/Mumbai diverted traffic |
| Rest of India | Normal | No airport-specific IMD disruption alert as of 9 Jul, though the southwest monsoon remains active nationwide |
Colours track IMD’s city-level rain-alert scale (green/yellow/orange/red), not an airport’s own operational status — always check your specific flight too. Table current as of 9 July 2026.
What’s happened so far
| Airport / date | What happened | Diverted to |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi (IGI), 5 Jul | 15 flights diverted; strong winds (gusts to 37km/h at Palam), low visibility | Jaipur, Lucknow |
| Mumbai (CSMIA), 5 Jul | 334 delayed, 22 cancelled, 13 diverted; ~200mm rain/12h, 42kt gusts, runway shut 1hr | Surat, Ahmedabad |
| Mumbai (CSMIA), 6–7 Jul | ~250 delayed or cancelled cumulatively; orange/red alert, schools shut 6–7 Jul | — |
| Mumbai (CSMIA), 8 Jul | Alert eased to yellow; 9 diverted, 16 cancelled, 356 delayed — busier than 5 Jul despite the lower alert level | — |
| Delhi (IGI), 8–9 Jul (today) | Orange alert continues; nearby districts under red alert, heavier rain forecast 10–11 Jul | — |
Delhi’s IGI Airport and Mumbai’s CSMIA hit their worst weather on the same day
. On 5 July, strong winds and low visibility forced 15 inbound flights to divert away from Delhi, while Mumbai’s runway shut for an hour and 13 more flights diverted there too.
Mumbai has been the more persistent problem, under an IMD red or orange alert since 4 July, with a cumulative wave of roughly 250 delays and cancellations through 6–7 July, before the alert level eased to yellow on 8 July even as daily disruption numbers stayed high.
Flights diverted, by event. Source: India TV News, Free Press Journal, Indian Aviation News.
Delhi’s 15 diversions and Mumbai’s 13 came from the same weather system on the same day; by 8 July, Mumbai’s diversions had eased to 9, even as cancellations and delays for the day climbed past 5 July’s levels — a reminder that a lower alert level doesn’t always mean a smoother day at the airport.
Where the diverted flights went
Most of 5 July’s diverted flights didn’t end their journey early; they held at the diversion airport and continued once conditions cleared. Here’s where each airport’s diversions landed.
15 diverted · 5 Jul
13 diverted · 5 Jul
Exact Ahmedabad/Surat split not published.
Flights diverted, by destination. Source: India TV News, Aviation Jeta, Free Press Journal.
The other three Delhi-bound flights — domestic services from Ranchi, Mumbai and Rajkot — were sent to Lucknow instead; the four international arrivals, from Almaty, Bangkok, Dubai and Jeddah, were among the twelve diverted to Jaipur.
Mumbai’s 13 diversions split between Ahmedabad and Surat, including an IndiGo service from Singapore.
What you’re entitled to — and what you’re not
Weather counts as a “force majeure” event under India’s DGCA passenger-facilities rules (Civil Aviation Requirement, Section 3, Series M, Part IV).
That has one big consequence: airlines are not required to pay cash compensation for a weather-caused delay or cancellation.
You still keep two rights, regardless of the cause:
- A cancelled flight entitles you to a full refund or free rebooking onto the next available flight — your choice, not the airline’s.
- A long delay still obliges the airline to a duty of care: meals and refreshments after roughly 2–4 hours, depending on how long your flight was scheduled to be, and hotel accommodation plus transport if the delay runs past 6 hours overnight (or 24 hours generally).
One catch: IndiGo, Akasa Air and Air India Express have no interline agreements with each other, so a cancelled flight can only be rebooked on the same airline — not transferred to a different carrier.
Refund and cancellation rules, airline by airline
All four carriers flying the affected Delhi and Mumbai routes sit under the same DGCA force-majeure rule above. No cash payout for weather, but a refund or free rebooking either way. Here’s how each one is currently handling it.
IndiGo’s standard practice during weather advisories is a one-time fee waiver: rebook to an alternate date within the alert period at no change fee (subject to seat availability), or cancel for a full refund. Requests go through the “Plan B” self-service tool on the IndiGo app or website; refunds are typically processed within about 7 business days.
In its 5 July advisory for Delhi and Mumbai, Air India said passengers on affected tickets could rebook once without a rescheduling charge, or cancel for a full refund. Its standing self-service re-accommodation tool is open from 6 hours before your original departure to 14 days after; for anything it can’t fix online, its contact centre is on 011-69329333 / 011-69329999.
Akasa is directing affected passengers to its manage-booking self-service to choose a refund or a date change, rather than calling in — though its Care Centre (+91 9606112131, 24/7) is there for anything self-service can’t resolve. Weather cancellations get the standard no-cost refund/rebooking, not a cash payout.
Air India Express hasn’t issued a Delhi/Mumbai-specific advisory as of 9 July, so the general DGCA rule applies: if the airline cancels or significantly reschedules your flight, you’re entitled to a full refund within 7 working days for card payments (20 working days for cash bookings), or an alternate flight at no extra cost — weather is force majeure either way, so no cash compensation.
How to check your flight and rebook
All the airlines involved are asking passengers to check status online before leaving for the airport, rather than showing up and finding out there.
- Check live status: use Wego’s live flight tracker for Mumbai (BOM) or Delhi (DEL), or the airline’s own app.
- Rebook or refund: see the airline-by-airline rules above for exactly how each carrier is handling it.
What to expect next
Don’t assume this is over. Mumbai’s alert has eased to yellow, with rainfall forecast to reduce further from 9 July, but 8 July’s higher cancellation and delay counts show conditions on the ground haven’t caught up with the improving alert level yet.
Delhi remains under an orange alert, with nearby districts under red on 9 July and the IMD forecasting isolated but heavier rainfall — 180–250mm — for East Delhi, Ghaziabad and Noida on 10–11 July, plus gusty winds of 30–40 km/h gusting to 50–60 km/h.
If you’re flying through either airport in the next few days, check your flight’s live status shortly before you leave rather than the night before.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are flights to Delhi and Mumbai still disrupted?
Easing unevenly as of 9 July 2026. Mumbai’s alert has eased from red to yellow, but cancellations and delays on 8 July were actually higher than on its worst day, 5 July. Delhi remains under an orange alert with heavier rain forecast through 10–11 July — check your specific flight’s live status rather than relying on this snapshot.
Can I get compensation for a weather-delayed flight in India?
Not in cash. Weather is treated as a force majeure event under DGCA rules, which waives monetary compensation — but you keep your right to a refund or free rebooking, plus meals and hotel if the delay runs long.
Where do diverted Delhi and Mumbai flights land?
Delhi-bound flights split 12-to-Jaipur (including every international arrival) and 3-to-Lucknow on 5 July; Mumbai-bound flights split between Ahmedabad and Surat. Airlines generally continue the journey to the original destination once conditions clear rather than ending it at the diversion airport.
How do I check if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
Use a live tracker rather than guessing. Wego’s flight tracker for Mumbai and Delhi shows real-time arrivals and departures, and every affected airline has asked passengers to check its app before leaving for the airport.
Can I switch to a different airline if mine cancels my flight?
Not through the airline. IndiGo, Akasa Air and Air India Express have no interline agreements with each other, so a cancelled flight can only be rebooked on the same carrier — you’d have to book a new ticket yourself to switch airlines.
How do I get a refund if my flight is cancelled due to rain?
It depends on the airline, but all four waive change fees or refund in full for weather cancellations. IndiGo and Air India are both offering a one-time fee-free rebooking or full refund for affected tickets; Akasa handles it through manage-booking self-service; Air India Express follows the general DGCA rule of a full refund within 7–20 working days. See the airline-by-airline breakdown above for exact steps.
Sources
- India TV News — Delhi rains trigger major air traffic disruption; 15 flights diverted due to bad weather
- Aviation Jeta — Delhi Airport News: Heavy Rain and Winds Divert 15 Incoming Flights
- Daily Pioneer — Rains disrupt Mumbai airport operations for an hour
- Free Press Journal — Mumbai Rains Disrupt Airport Ops: Over 330 Flights Delayed, 22 Cancelled After Hour-Long Shutdown
- Free Press Journal — Nine Mumbai-bound flights, including international carriers, diverted due to adverse weather, land back at CSMIA
- Business Today — Mumbai rains: 17 flights cancelled, 217 delayed as Akasa, IndiGo issue advisories
- Goodreturns — Mumbai Rains: IMD Issues Orange/Red Alert; BMC Declares Schools Holiday on July 7; 250 Flights Delayed & Cancelled
- Sunday Guardian Live — IMD downgrades Mumbai’s rain alert from orange to yellow ahead of 8 July
- Republic World — Delhi wakes up to heavy rain as IMD issues orange alert amid waterlogging
- Goodreturns — Delhi weather today, 9 July: IMD issues heavy rain alert for NCR
- Press Information Bureau, Government of India — Guidelines for Compensating Air Passengers Due to Cancellation and Delay in Flight
- IndiGo — Refunds FAQs & Support
- Air India — Self-Service Re-accommodation FAQ
- Akasa Air — Cancellation Policy
- Business Today — Flying from Delhi today? IndiGo issues travel advisory as rain disrupts flight schedules
- DD News — IndiGo issues travel advisory, offers rescheduling and refunds to passengers
- Nomad Lawyer — Air India and Akasa Air issue travel advisories for Mumbai and Delhi flights amid severe IMD weather alerts
- HappyFares — Air India Express Cancellation & Refund Policy
- India Meteorological Department — National weather bulletin
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