Cancellations and delays of IndiGo flights push fares sky-high, burning the pocket

The cancellations and delays of IndiGo flights across its network have not only stranded tens of thousands of passengers nationwide but also sent airfares soaring to abnormal levels.

In sectors like Mumbai and Delhi, fares booked a day in advance were around three times the usual rates. Travel agents and officials from other airlines said direct flights on most major routes were almost fully booked.