How Can You Check Air India Flight Status?
Airline Website / App
The fastest and most accurate source — direct from Air India's own systems.
- Go to www.airindia.com/flight-status
- Enter your flight number (e.g. AI 204) or route (e.g. DEL–BOM)
- View live departure, arrival, and gate information — refreshed every few minutes
AirSewa / DGCA App
Free DGCA-backed flight tracker for all Indian carriers.
- Visit airsewa.gov.in or open the AirSewa mobile app
- Search by flight number (e.g. AI 204) or airline name
- File a grievance directly if your flight is delayed or cancelled
Third-Party Trackers
FlightAware and FlightRadar24 show real-time radar positions and historic data.
- Visit flightaware.com or flightradar24.com
- Search by flight number (e.g. AI204) — no spaces in the search
- See live radar position, altitude, speed, and estimated arrival time
What Information Does Air India Flight Status Show?
- Departure Scheduled and actual departure airport, terminal, and gate — updates once the gate is assigned, typically 90–120 minutes before departure.
- Arrival Scheduled and actual arrival airport, terminal, and gate — including estimated time of arrival (ETA) once the aircraft is airborne.
- Delay Current delay in minutes and, where disclosed, the delay reason code (e.g. late inbound aircraft, ATC, weather, crew).
- Gate Departure gate and, on arrival, the baggage carousel number — useful if you have a tight connection.
- Aircraft Aircraft type (e.g. A320neo, B737 MAX) and registration number — relevant if you have booked a specific seat type.
- OTP History On-time performance for this specific route — shown on some trackers as a percentage of flights that departed within 15 minutes of schedule.
How to Read Air India Flight Status Codes
If your Air India flight is delayed
If your Air India flight is cancelled
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Frequently Asked Questions — Air India Flight Status
How do I check Air India flight status?
Visit the official Air India flight status page at https://www.airindia.com/in/en/manage/flight-status.html. Enter your flight number (e.g. AI 204) or the route (origin–destination). The page shows live departure and arrival times, current gate, and whether the flight is on time, delayed, or cancelled. You can also use FlightAware or FlightRadar24 for third-party tracking.
What does "Air India flight delayed" mean?
Under DGCA rules (for Indian carriers), a flight is officially "delayed" when its departure is 15 minutes or more past the scheduled time. The airline must notify passengers and, for delays exceeding 3 hours, provide meals and refreshments. For delays exceeding 24 hours, hotel accommodation must be offered. Check the Air India app for real-time alerts.
How early should I check Air India flight status?
Check 2–3 hours before your scheduled departure. Status updates become more frequent as the departure approaches — typically refreshing every 5–10 minutes once the aircraft is inbound. For very early morning flights, check the evening before as well, since overnight delays from the previous sector can affect your departure.
Can I track Air India flights on AirSewa?
Yes. AirSewa (airsewa.gov.in) is a DGCA-backed flight tracking and grievance platform that covers all DGCA-registered airlines including Air India. Enter your flight number to see live status. The AirSewa mobile app also lets you file complaints directly if your flight is delayed or cancelled.
What happens if my Air India flight is cancelled?
Under DGCA regulations, if Air India cancels your flight, you are entitled to either a full refund to the original payment method or a complimentary rebooking on the next available Air India flight to the same destination. If less than 2 weeks' notice was given, you may also be eligible for denied boarding compensation. Contact Air India customer care or raise a complaint on AirSewa.
Does Air India send flight status alerts?
Air India sends SMS and email alerts for significant status changes — delays, gate changes, and cancellations — to the contact details provided at booking. Download the Air India mobile app to enable push notifications, which update in real time. HappyFares also sends price and status alerts for bookings made on the platform — enable notifications in the HappyFares app settings.