SpiceJet faces flight cancellations and operational challenges amid financial strain

Passengers are reporting last-minute cancellations, with the airline citing financial and operational issues as the cause.

Edited by Sandeep Gupta, Editor · SafarSamachar Desk✔ Approved by Sandeep Gupta13 Nov 2026, 2:18 pm IST

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Key facts at a glance

1SpiceJet cancelled a Bengaluru-bound flight on November 5 due to financial and operational issues
2SpiceJet cancelled a Kolkata-Mumbai flight on November 6 with no prior notice
3As of November 12, SpiceJet had fewer than 12 aircraft in its fleet
4SpiceJet’s domestic market share fell to 0.6% in September
5SpiceJet owed ₹63.03 crore in unpaid supplier dues as of the latest reports

SpiceJet is facing a growing crisis with multiple flight cancellations and operational challenges, according to reports. Passengers are taking to social media to express frustration over last-minute cancellations, with some flights being cancelled without prior notice.

The airline cancelled a Bengaluru-bound flight on November 5 and a Kolkata-Mumbai flight on November 6 due to financial and operational issues. As of November 12, SpiceJet had fewer than 12 aircraft in its fleet, contributing to the disruption.

The airline’s domestic market share dropped to 0.6% in September, and it owed ₹63.03 crore in unpaid supplier dues.

SpiceJet’s performance has been declining across key metrics. In September, it cancelled 20.29% of its scheduled flights, and its on-time performance at major airports fell to 16.6%.

For the fiscal year ending March 2026, SpiceJet flew 6.24 million passengers but saw a significant drop in departures, with only 13,422 flights operated from April to September 2026. Passenger numbers during that period fell to 1.8 million, compared to higher figures in previous periods.

The airline’s market share was 4.7% for the fiscal year ending March 2026, highlighting a broader decline in its position within the domestic aviation sector.

What this means for Indian travellers

If you have a SpiceJet flight booked, check for updates through the airline’s official channels and consider alternative travel arrangements as cancellations may continue.

More details

Where can passengers contact SpiceJet customer service for updates, refunds, or alternative arrangements?

Passengers can reach SpiceJet customer service for updates, refunds, or alternative arrangements by calling the 24/7 reservations lines at +91 (0)124 4983410 or +91 (0)124 7101600.

+91 (0)124 4983410
+91 (0)124 7101600

Source: corporate.spicejet.com

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