# Volcanic eruption halts flights at Jakarta and seven other Indonesian airports

https://mins.news/en/item/47435

- The Guardian, 2026-09-06 14:51 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/06/volcanic-ash-cloud-halts-flights-at-indonesias-main-international-airport

> An ash cloud from Anak Krakatau forced Indonesia to suspend operations at eight airports, including Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta international hub, affecting more than 22,000 passengers and 209 flights. The eruption also disrupted some school activities and fishing trips.

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