Airlines, Airports, And Travelers Face Typhoon Chaos

  • A major typhoon caused widespread flight cancellations and delays.
  • 90 flights were canceled across several key Asian airports.
  • The affected airports included Changi, Narita, Kuala Lumpur, Incheon, and Manila.
  • Airlines like Singapore Airlines, Japan Airlines, AirAsia, and Korean Air were significantly impacted.

Thousands of travelers faced significant disruptions as 90 flights were canceled across multiple international airports in Asia on September 23, 2025. The cancellations, delays, and general chaos were attributed to the severe weather conditions brought on by Typhoon Ragasa. This powerful storm impacted major airline carriers, including Singapore Airlines, Japan Airlines, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Korean Air, and Philippine Airlines, as well as airports such as Changi in Singapore, Narita and Haneda in Japan, Kuala Lumpur, Incheon in South Korea, and Manila in the Philippines.

At Changi Airport, 23 flights were canceled, with Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific experiencing numerous disruptions. Japan’s Narita and Haneda airports saw a combined total of 21 cancellations, primarily affecting Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Kuala Lumpur International Airport reported the highest number of delays and cancellations, with AirAsia being the most affected carrier. Incheon International Airport in South Korea also saw 13 cancellations, with Korean Air among the impacted airlines. Manila International Airport in the Philippines had 15 cancellations and 98 delays, mainly affecting Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific Air, and AirAsia. As the storm moves toward China, further disruptions are anticipated, and travelers are advised to monitor flight status updates.