.png)
To better serve you, we are implementing significant upgrades on our sites. You may experience inconsistency in accessing some sections.
Ongoing disruptions in West Asia airspace have taken a toll on international passenger traffic at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (SVPI) Airport in the city, with data showing a sharp decline in footfall over the past few months. According to Airports Authority of India (AAI) figures, international passenger traffic at the airport fell from 1.95 lakh in March 2025 to 1.31 lakh in March 2026, registering a year-on-year decline of 32.7%. In April, the airport handled 1.49 lakh international passengers, down from 1.9 lakh during the same month last year, reflecting a drop of 21.9%. The decline has largely been attributed to airspace restrictions, flight cancellations and schedule disruptions affecting Gulf-bound services, which account for a significant share of Ahmedabad’s international connectivity. Following the escalation of tensions in West Asia earlier this year, several countries in the region imposed temporary airspace restrictions, forcing airlines to suspend, reroute or reschedule flights to key destinations such as Doha, Dubai and Jeddah. ........
