Republic Day 2026: Delhi airspace shutdown from Jan 21 to disrupt 600+ flights

The winter continues to strain air travel in North India passengers flying through Delhi are set to face additional challenge later this month. The temporary termination of Delhi’s airspace for Republic Day-related activities is expected to cause widespread flight disruptions impacting thousands of travellers.

The government has issued a notice to airmen announcing the suspension of flight operations over Delhi from 10:20 am to 12:45 pm starting January 21 for 6 consecutive days. The restriction covers rehearsal flights the full dress rehearsal and the republic day on January 26. During this 2-hour and 25 minute window each day no commercial aircraft will be allowed to operated in the designated airspace.