Jakarta airport closure extended due to Anak Krakatau eruption
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Indonesian Ministry of Transportation
Indonesia, Jakarta
September 6, 2026
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Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and seven other airports remain closed until Sep 7 due to volcanic ash. 373 flights and nearly 23,000 passengers were affected as of Sep 6. Anak Krakatau eruptions intensified on the night of Sep 4. Volcanic activity continues to disrupt air travel across Indonesia.
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