IndiGo Adjusts Wide-body Network to Enhance Operational Resilience and Schedule Reliability

IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced adjustments and schedule revision in its long-haul network to ensure seamless and reliable operations for the convenience of its customers.

Reason for Adjustments:
- Geopolitical airspace restrictions
- Airport congestion in India and abroad
- Longer block times straining schedules across its six Boeing 787-9 aircraft

Route Suspensions & Reductions:
Copenhagen flights suspended from 17 Feb 2026 until further notice

Delhi–Manchester
- From 07 Feb 2026: reduced from 5 → 4 flights per week
- From 19 Feb 2026: further reduced from 4 → 3 flights per week
- Overall connectivity drops from 9 → 7 weekly services

Delhi–London Heathrow
- From 09 Feb 2026: reduced from 5 → 4 flights per week (Winter schedule)

Customer Impact
- IndiGo is proactively contacting affected passengers.
- Options include alternative flights, refunds, or compensation in line with regulations.

Strategic Outlook
- IndiGo emphasizes these changes are temporary resilience measures.
- The airline will monitor conditions and may scale its long-haul network up or down depending on evolving constraints.

Why It Matters
- Shows how geopolitical and infrastructure challenges directly impact airline schedules.
- Highlights IndiGo’s focus on on-time reliability and operational resilience rather than overextending its network.
- Reflects broader industry trends where carriers must adapt quickly to external disruptions.