Around 109 Flights Disrupted at Soekarno-Hatta Airport After Heavy Rain

Tangerang: Approximately 109 flights were disrupted at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, on Monday due to heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions.

Airport General Manager Heru Karyadi said the disruptions occurred between 6:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., during which 109 flights experienced delays. In addition, seven aircraft were forced to perform go-arounds before landing, while 31 flights were diverted to alternative airports.

“We continue to coordinate intensively with relevant stakeholders to ensure swift and appropriate operational handling in response to the impact of the heavy rain,” Karyadi said, quoted from Antara, Monday, 12 January 2026.

As a precautionary measure, the airport implemented delay management procedures to minimize the impact on flight departures through inter-agency coordination, he added.

Despite the severe weather, Karyadi assured that drainage systems within the airport complex functioned properly. All airside facilities, including aprons, taxiways, and runways, remained operational and free of standing water.

However, the heavy rain caused flooding at several locations along access routes to the airport, potentially affecting passenger travel time.
Passengers were advised to arrive at the airport at least three hours before their scheduled departure to anticipate possible delays and traffic congestion. Karyadi also urged travelers to regularly check flight updates via official airline channels, online platforms, and information screens at the airport.

Meanwhile, AirNav Indonesia implemented standard safety procedures, including go-around, holding, and diversion measures, to ensure flight safety.

AirNav Indonesia Executive Vice President of Corporate Secretary Hermana Soegijantoro said all actions were taken in accordance with national aviation regulations and standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

“These regulations clearly prioritize flight safety, and the pilot in command has full authority to make decisions to ensure the safety of the flight,” he said.