Indonesia's Main Airport Services Suspended Due to Volcanic Eruption
Summary
Indonesia’s main airport remains closed after Mount Anak Krakatau erupted, sending ash into the air and disrupting thousands of flights. More than 340,000 passengers have been stranded as airport suspensions continue beyond Monday.
Key Points
- Services expected to resume at Indonesia's main airport have been postponed after a volcanic eruption.
- Mount Anak Krakatau erupted on Saturday, sending lava fountains and ash into the sky near Jakarta.
- Eight airports suspended flight services over the weekend, affecting about 3,000 flights and more than 340,000 passengers.
- The Ministry of Transportation said the operational impact includes cancelled, delayed, or rerouted flights since September 5, 2026.
