World · Singapore Bureau
Indonesia extends Jakarta airport closure as Krakatau disruptions continue
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport will remain shut until nearly 9am local time following volcanic activity at Mount Anak Krakatau. Seven other Indonesian airports have also suspended operations.
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Indonesia's busiest airport, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, will remain closed until 8:59am local time due to disruptions from Mount Anak Krakatau, authorities said. The extension reflects ongoing concerns about ash and debris from the volcanic activity affecting air traffic operations in the region.
Beyond the capital's main hub, operations have been suspended at seven additional airports across Indonesia as a precautionary measure. The broader flight suspensions underscore the scale of the volcanic disruption and its impact on the country's aviation network.
Airlines have been advised to monitor conditions closely as authorities assess when normal operations can safely resume. The closures are expected to cause significant disruptions to travel schedules for passengers across the region.