Severe Cyclone Murasu Causes Flight Cancellations Across Southern India
Cyclone Murasu has disrupted air travel, leading to numerous flight cancellations from Chennai, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam due to severe weather conditions.
Cyclone Murasu intensified into a severe storm, impacting flights on November 2, 2026.
Chennai International Airport reported eleven cancellations, affecting multiple routes.
The cyclone is expected to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh late on November 2, with high wind speeds.
On November 2, 2026, Cyclone Murasu intensified into a severe cyclonic storm over the West Central and Southwest Bay of Bengal, leading to significant disruptions in air travel across southern India. Major airports in Chennai, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam reported numerous flight cancellations due to adverse weather conditions associated with the cyclone.
Chennai International Airport announced via social media that eleven flights were cancelled as a direct result of the cyclone's impact. IndiGo Airlines confirmed that operations to and from Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, and Tirupati were also affected. The cancellations included both departures and arrivals, with flights to Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Kadapa, and Tiruchirappalli being notably impacted.
A detailed list of cancelled flights from Chennai includes several key routes, such as flights to Rajahmundry and Vijayawada, with scheduled departures throughout the day. Additionally, flights arriving from Vijayawada, Kadapa, and Rajahmundry were also cancelled. In Vijayawada, multiple flights were cancelled, including those connecting to Visakhapatnam and Bengaluru. Similarly, Visakhapatnam saw cancellations affecting flights to and from Hyderabad and Tirupati.
Passengers affected by these cancellations have been advised by IndiGo to check their flight status before heading to the airport. The airline has committed to notifying customers via the contact information provided during booking. Chennai Airport has also urged travelers to reach out to their respective airlines for assistance and information regarding refunds.
According to the India Meteorological Department, Cyclone Murasu is projected to make landfall on the South Andhra Pradesh coast between Nellore and Narsapur, with the most severe conditions expected between 11:30 PM on November 2 and 4 AM on November 3, 2026. Wind speeds are anticipated to reach between 100-110 km/h, with gusts potentially hitting 120 km/h, raising concerns for public safety and infrastructure in the region.
