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Cyclone Montha’s approach to the Andhra Pradesh coast has caused significant flight disruptions at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) on October 28, 2025. A total of 35 flights were cancelled, primarily those to and from coastal cities like Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, and Vijayawada. IndiGo was the most affected airline, cancelling 30 flights, followed by Air India Express cancelling 5 flights. Airlines had issued travel advisories urging passengers to check flight status before heading to the affected airports.

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Cyclone Montha Grounds Flights at Hyderabad Airport

HYDERABAD, October 28, 2025 – Air travel to and from coastal Andhra Pradesh has been severely disrupted as Cyclone Montha approaches the region. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad experienced significant cancellations today, with a total of 35 flights grounded due to the cyclone’s impact on nearby coastal destinations.

The majority of affected flights were those serving Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, and Vijayawada. IndiGo bore the brunt of the disruptions, cancelling 15 arrivals and 15 departures. Air India Express also cancelled two arrivals and three departures.

“The respective airlines had already informed the passengers earlier,” said an RGIA official. Both IndiGo and Hyderabad Airport itself had issued advisories via X yesterday, urging passengers traveling to or from the affected coastal cities to check their flight status before proceeding to the airport.

The cancellations highlight the widespread impact of Cyclone Montha as it edges closer to the Andhra Pradesh coastline, causing heavy rain and strong winds in the region. Passengers are advised to continue monitoring airline updates for further information.

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