Multiple Airlines Cancel 29 Flights in Thailand, Disrupting Routes to Asia and Australia
Travelers in Thailand are experiencing significant delays as 29 flights operated by major carriers like Cathay Pacific, AirAsia, and Jetstar are cancelled. Routes to popular destinations such as Hong Kong, Perth, Bengaluru, and Jakarta are impacted, resulting in disruptions to travel plans and affecting numerous passengers.
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Thailand is currently facing major travel disruptions as 29 flights have been cancelled by a range of airlines, including Cathay Pacific, Jetstar, AirAsia, and others. The cancellations have affected popular routes connecting Thailand with destinations such as Hong Kong, Bengaluru, Perth, and Jakarta. This incident is impacting travelers who had planned flights both within the region and to Australia.
Affected airlines have not publicly stated the specific cause for these cancellations in the available information. As a result, hundreds of passengers have been left seeking alternative travel arrangements, with major routes disrupted by the sudden withdrawal of scheduled services. The disruption involves both international and domestic airports in Thailand, but details on the exact airports remain unspecified.
Travelers have been advised to check with their respective airlines for the latest updates on their flights and for assistance with rebooking or obtaining refunds where applicable. The cancellation has highlighted the importance of staying informed about real-time travel advisories, as such disruptions can affect onward connections and planned itineraries.
The situation continues to evolve, with authorities and airline representatives encouraging impacted passengers to seek guidance from official airline channels. As of now, the full number of passengers affected remains unknown, but the cancellation of 29 flights is expected to have a considerable impact.
Know your rights
When your flight's disrupted, you have rights. Most passenger protection laws cover the following:
Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, your airline must provide an alternative. Some laws say you can choose a full refund instead.
Food and essential care
Providing food and drinks is a basic right under many regulations. Typically after a delay of a few hours.
Accommodation
Some passenger rights say the airline must provide accommodation when your journey is delayed overnight.
Compensation
Good passenger rights ensure passengers get fairly compensated for delays and cancellations. Try our compensation check and find out how much money we can get you.
This advice is provided to help you if your flight is delayed or canceled. However, the exact care and compensation you are entitled to will depend on your specific circumstances and flight.
Always follow the directions of your airline, particularly with regard to times you must present yourself for check-in and boarding.
Quick facts
Disruption:
Cancellation
Cause:
Unknown
Compensation:
Not eligible for compensation
Flights affected:
29
Status:
Current disruption
Airlines affected:
Cathay Pacific, AirAsia, Jetstar
Checked by:
Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt
Date updated:
24 October 2025