NEW DELHI, May 13 (Xinhua) -- Air India said Wednesday it will temporarily suspend six international routes and cut frequency on 22 others for June-August 2026, citing increasing jet fuel prices and airspace restrictions linked to the Middle East conflict.

Air India flight AI 379 lands at an airport in Phuket, Thailand, June 13, 2025. (File photo: Xinhua)

"The adjustments have been made in response to a combination of factors, including continued airspace restrictions over certain regions and record-high jet fuel prices for international operations, which significantly impact the commercial viability of certain planned services," Air India said in a statement.

"These changes are aimed at improving network stability and reducing last-minute inconvenience to passengers," it said.