India-Pakistan ceasefire impact on air travel: The government has decided to lift the Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) for several airports across north and north-western India that had been temporarily closed for civilian flights till May 15. The decision was taken following the India-Pakistan ceasefire that was announced over the weekend.
On Monday morning, the Airports Authority of India , which manages air navigation services, revoked the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) that had mandated the temporary suspension of civilian flights to these facilities until May 15. At present, commercial airlines have not resumed operations to these airports.
"Attention Flyers; reference notice issued for temporary closure of 32 Airports for civil Aircraft operations till 05:29 hrs of 15 May 2025.It is informed that these Airports are now available for civil Aircraft operations with immediate effect. It is recommended for travellers to check flight status directly with Airlines and monitor Airline’s websites for regular updates," the Airports Authority of India release read.
The temporary suspension of operations, was earlier supposed to last until 05:29 hours of May 15, impacts several key airports across northern India, including Chandigarh, Srinagar, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Bhuntar, Kishengarh, Patiala, Shimla, Dharamsala, and Bathinda. The closure also extends to crucial facilities such as Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Leh, Bikaner, Pathankot, Jammu, Jamnagar, and Bhuj.
The closure of these airports to civilian aircraft was implemented on the morning of May 07, following heightened tensions between India and Pakistan.
Following the agreement between India and Pakistan on a ceasefire, the AAI has issued instructions to nullify the NOTAM and resume civilian flight operations at these airports. The closure resulted in the cancellation of more than 500 flights by airlines, with many carriers offering passengers the option of complete refunds or flight rescheduling.
India-Pakistan Ceasefire: Full List of Airports Now Reopened
The following airports were affected by the NOTAM, but have now been opened:
Adhampur Ambala Amritsar Awantipur Bathinda Bhuj Bikaner Chandigarh Halwara Hindon Jaisalmer Jammu Jamnagar Jodhpur Kandla Kangra (Gaggal) Keshod Kishangarh Kullu Manali (Bhuntar) Leh Ludhiana Mundra Naliya Pathankot Patiala Porbandar Rajkot (Hirasar) Sarsawa Shimla Srinagar Thoise Uttarlai The Srinagar International Airport has been cleared for operations, an official confirmed on Monday. "Aerodrome closure NOTAM has been revoked and Srinagar Airport is ready to facilitate flight operations."
The official indicated they were waiting for airlines to confirm their operational schedules.
The Chandigarh airport recommenced services on Monday after India and Pakistan ceased hostilities. The resumption was verified by both the Chandigarh International Airport Limited and the Mohali deputy commissioner.
"Flight operations resumed. Flight services to and from Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, have resumed as of 10:30 am on May 12, 2025.
"Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for updated schedules," announced CHIAL via their X platform.
The Mohali deputy commissioner posted on X: "Chandigarh AirPort @ixcairport is now open for normal civil flight operations with immediate effect as per information conveyed by CEO CHIAL."
IndiGo Flights:
Following the opening of airports for civilian flights, IndiGo shared on X (formerly Twitter), "In line with the latest government directives, the airports are open for operations. We will progressively commence operations on the previously closed routes."
SpiceJet flights
Spicejet posted on X, "We are pleased to inform you that airports previously affected are now open for operations, as per the latest government directives. Our teams are actively working to resume normal flight operations at the earliest. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time."
Stringent Security checks
The BCAS has directed enhanced security protocols to be implemented at all airports and airlines throughout India.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued a statement saying, "All passengers at all airports will undergo Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC). Visitor entry to terminal buildings has been banned. Air Marshal will be deployed accordingly."
BCAS implemented stricter security measures on Thursday, barring visitor entry to airport terminals whilst introducing compulsory secondary ladder point inspections for all aircraft.
Under the revised guidelines, access to terminal buildings is now restricted, with visitor entry ticket sales discontinued. The directives also specify that airport surveillance cameras must remain functional at all times, and security staff deployment aboard flights shall occur through priority-based and random selection processes.
The CISF has temporarily taken charge of additional security responsibilities at 69 civil airports across the country, including cargo operations and in-line hold baggage screening system supervision, as part of its counter-terrorism measures. This extension of duties follows a BCAS directive issued on May 9, prompted by the Pahalgam terrorist incident and the nation's current security situation, according to a CISF spokesperson.
The temporary security arrangement will remain effective until May 18, as confirmed by the spokesperson to PTI.
Previously, the CISF's role was limited to passenger frisking and cabin baggage inspection, whilst private security personnel hired by airlines and airport operators managed cargo screening and In-line Hold Baggage Screening System (ILHBSS) operations.
On Monday morning, the Airports Authority of India , which manages air navigation services, revoked the NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) that had mandated the temporary suspension of civilian flights to these facilities until May 15. At present, commercial airlines have not resumed operations to these airports.
"Attention Flyers; reference notice issued for temporary closure of 32 Airports for civil Aircraft operations till 05:29 hrs of 15 May 2025.It is informed that these Airports are now available for civil Aircraft operations with immediate effect. It is recommended for travellers to check flight status directly with Airlines and monitor Airline’s websites for regular updates," the Airports Authority of India release read.
The temporary suspension of operations, was earlier supposed to last until 05:29 hours of May 15, impacts several key airports across northern India, including Chandigarh, Srinagar, Amritsar, Ludhiana, Bhuntar, Kishengarh, Patiala, Shimla, Dharamsala, and Bathinda. The closure also extends to crucial facilities such as Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Leh, Bikaner, Pathankot, Jammu, Jamnagar, and Bhuj.
The closure of these airports to civilian aircraft was implemented on the morning of May 07, following heightened tensions between India and Pakistan.
Following the agreement between India and Pakistan on a ceasefire, the AAI has issued instructions to nullify the NOTAM and resume civilian flight operations at these airports. The closure resulted in the cancellation of more than 500 flights by airlines, with many carriers offering passengers the option of complete refunds or flight rescheduling.
India-Pakistan Ceasefire: Full List of Airports Now Reopened
The following airports were affected by the NOTAM, but have now been opened:
The official indicated they were waiting for airlines to confirm their operational schedules.
The Chandigarh airport recommenced services on Monday after India and Pakistan ceased hostilities. The resumption was verified by both the Chandigarh International Airport Limited and the Mohali deputy commissioner.
"Flight operations resumed. Flight services to and from Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh, have resumed as of 10:30 am on May 12, 2025.
"Passengers are advised to check with their respective airlines for updated schedules," announced CHIAL via their X platform.
The Mohali deputy commissioner posted on X: "Chandigarh AirPort @ixcairport is now open for normal civil flight operations with immediate effect as per information conveyed by CEO CHIAL."
IndiGo Flights:
Following the opening of airports for civilian flights, IndiGo shared on X (formerly Twitter), "In line with the latest government directives, the airports are open for operations. We will progressively commence operations on the previously closed routes."
#6ETravelUpdate pic.twitter.com/DfBfSws8l1
— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) May 12, 2025
SpiceJet flights
Spicejet posted on X, "We are pleased to inform you that airports previously affected are now open for operations, as per the latest government directives. Our teams are actively working to resume normal flight operations at the earliest. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time."
#TravelUpdate: We are pleased to inform you that airports previously affected are now open for operations, as per the latest government directives.
— SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) May 12, 2025
Our teams are actively working to resume normal flight operations at the earliest. We appreciate your patience and understanding…
Stringent Security checks
The BCAS has directed enhanced security protocols to be implemented at all airports and airlines throughout India.
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has issued a statement saying, "All passengers at all airports will undergo Secondary Ladder Point Check (SLPC). Visitor entry to terminal buildings has been banned. Air Marshal will be deployed accordingly."
BCAS implemented stricter security measures on Thursday, barring visitor entry to airport terminals whilst introducing compulsory secondary ladder point inspections for all aircraft.
Under the revised guidelines, access to terminal buildings is now restricted, with visitor entry ticket sales discontinued. The directives also specify that airport surveillance cameras must remain functional at all times, and security staff deployment aboard flights shall occur through priority-based and random selection processes.
The CISF has temporarily taken charge of additional security responsibilities at 69 civil airports across the country, including cargo operations and in-line hold baggage screening system supervision, as part of its counter-terrorism measures. This extension of duties follows a BCAS directive issued on May 9, prompted by the Pahalgam terrorist incident and the nation's current security situation, according to a CISF spokesperson.
The temporary security arrangement will remain effective until May 18, as confirmed by the spokesperson to PTI.
Previously, the CISF's role was limited to passenger frisking and cabin baggage inspection, whilst private security personnel hired by airlines and airport operators managed cargo screening and In-line Hold Baggage Screening System (ILHBSS) operations.
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