North America, Europe, Asia routes cut as airline seeks schedule stabilityLast updated: May 15, 2026 | 15:483 MIN READOver 1,200 monthly flights to continue even as key routes face suspensionsAir India has announced temporary cuts and suspensions across several international routes between June and August 2026, citing ongoing airspace restrictions and record-high jet fuel prices impacting global operations.The airline said the move is aimed at improving schedule stability and reducing last-minute inconvenience for passengers amid a challenging operating environment.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Despite the reductions, Air India confirmed it will continue operating more than 1,200 international flights every month across five continents.North America routes face major adjustmentsSeveral long-haul North American services will see frequency cuts or suspensions over the coming months.Delhi–Chicago services have been temporarily suspended, while Delhi–San Francisco flights will reduce from 10 weekly services to seven through August.Delhi–Toronto flights will operate five times weekly through July before returning to daily operations in August, while Delhi–Vancouver services will drop from seven weekly flights to five.In a network reshuffle, Mumbai–Newark services will increase from three weekly flights to daily operations. However, Delhi–Newark and Mumbai–New York (JFK) services will be temporarily suspended.Delhi-Chicago: Temporarily suspendedDelhi-San Francisco: reduced from 10x weekly to 7x weekly through AugustDelhi-Toronto: Reduced from 10x weekly to 5x weekly through July, increasing to daily operation from AugustDelhi-Vancouver: Reduced from 7x weekly to 5x weeklyMumbai-Newark service increases from 3x weekly to 7x weekly and Delhi-New York (JFK) remains a 7x weekly service while Delhi-Newark and Mumbai-New York (JFK) services will be temporarily suspendedEurope network scaled backAir India has reduced frequencies on several European routes, including Paris, Copenhagen, Milan, Vienna, Zurich and Rome.Delhi–Paris services will fall from 14 weekly flights to seven, while other destinations will also see moderate reductions through the summer period.Delhi-Paris: Reduced from 14x weekly to 7x weeklyDelhi-Copenhagen: Reduced from 4x weekly to 3x weeklyDelhi-Milan: Reduced from 5x weekly to 4x weeklyDelhi-Vienna: Reduced from 4x weekly to 3x weeklyDelhi-Zurich: Reduced from 4x weekly to 3x weeklyDelhi-Rome: Reduced from 4x weekly to 3x weeklyAustralia and Asia services reducedFlights to Australia have also been impacted, with Delhi–Melbourne and Delhi–Sydney routes reduced from daily operations to four weekly services.Across Asia, Southeast Asia and SAARC regions, the airline has announced a mix of suspensions and reduced frequencies.Delhi–Shanghai and Chennai–Singapore services will remain suspended through August, while routes to Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Kathmandu, Dhaka, Colombo, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City will operate at reduced frequencies.Delhi–Malé and Mumbai–Dhaka services have also been temporarily suspended.Delhi-Shanghai: Temporarily suspended through AugustDelhi-Singapore: Reduced from 24x weekly to 14x weeklyMumbai-Singapore: Reduced from 14x weekly to 7x weeklyChennai-Singapore: Temporarily suspended through AugustDelhi-Bangkok: Reduced from 28x weekly to 21x weekly from JulyMumbai-Bangkok: Reduced from 13x weekly to 7x weekly from JulyDelhi-Kuala Lumpur: Reduced from 10x weekly to 5x weeklyDelhi-Ho Chi Minh City: Reduced from 7x weekly to 4x weekly in July and AugustDelhi-Hanoi: Reduced from 5x weekly to 4x weekly in July and AugustDelhi-Kathmandu: Reduced from 42x weekly to 28x weekly in June, and further to 21x weekly in July and AugustDelhi-Dhaka: reduced from 7x weekly to 4x weeklyMumbai-Dhaka: Temporarily suspended through AugustMumbai-Colombo: Reduced from 7x weekly to 4x weeklyDelhi-Colombo: Reduced from 14x weekly to 12x weeklyDelhi-Malé: Temporarily suspended through AugustRefunds and alternate optionsAir India said affected passengers will be offered alternative flight options wherever feasible.Customers will also be eligible for complimentary date changes or full refunds, depending on booking conditions.The airline added that support teams remain available through its 24x7 contact centre and digital channels.Further network changes possibleAir India said it continues to work with regulators, airport authorities and industry partners to restore full capacity as soon as conditions allow.However, the airline warned that additional adjustments may be introduced if current operational challenges persist.Also In This PackageRelated Topics:Get Updates on Topics You ChooseUp Next