Air travel faced major disruption across Pakistan on Friday as 61 Flights were cancelled and 68 others experienced delays. The disruption affected several major domestic and international routes, leaving passengers facing extended waiting times.
According to the available flight schedule, the disruptions were linked to operational reasons. Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad were among the major airports affected.
Passengers travelling to international destinations also faced cancellations and significant delays.
28 Flights Cancelled From Karachi
Karachi experienced a large number of cancellations during the day. A total of 28 services from the city were cancelled.
The affected destinations included Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait, Istanbul, and Muscat.
The cancellations disrupted travel plans for passengers heading to several major international destinations.
Travellers using Karachi airport should check their latest departure information before leaving for the airport.
Lahore Airport Sees Major Disruptions
Lahore airport was also significantly affected by the operational issues.
According to the schedule, 17 services were cancelled from Lahore. The affected routes included Karachi, Baghdad, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Mashhad, and Jeddah.
Several other Flights from Lahore experienced lengthy delays.
Services heading to Jeddah, Madinah, and Sharjah were among those affected.
Some passengers faced delays lasting several hours. The longest reported delay involved a Lahore-to-Jeddah service.
Its departure was reportedly postponed by around 21 hours.
Islamabad and Karachi Routes Also Affected
Travel disruptions were not limited to Lahore and Karachi.
Five services operating between Islamabad and Karachi faced delays of up to 10 hours.
Meanwhile, five Lahore-Karachi services experienced delays ranging between two and 11 hours.
The disruptions affected both domestic passengers and travellers connecting with international services.
Passengers Advised to Check Flight Status
Passengers planning to travel should confirm their flight status directly with their airline.
This is particularly important for travellers using Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad airports.
Departure and arrival schedules can change as airlines make operational adjustments throughout the day.
Passengers should also check for updates before travelling to the airport. This could help them avoid unnecessary waiting during extended delays.
The cancellation of 61 Flights and delays affecting another 68 caused widespread disruption across Pakistan’s aviation network.
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Travellers should continue monitoring official airline updates for the latest information about their scheduled journeys.
