Air India to resume non-stop flights to Rome from March 2026

Air India today announced the resumption of its non-stop flights between Delhi and Rome (FCO), marking Air India’s return to the Italian capital after nearly six years and further expansion of its growing European network.

Route Resumption
- Start Date: 25 March 2026
- Route: Delhi (DEL) ↔ Rome (FCO)
- Frequency: 4 times a week – Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Sundays
- Aircraft: Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner
- Business Class: 18 flat-bed seats
- Economy Class: 238 seats

Flight Schedule
- Delhi → Rome (AI123): Departs 13:15, arrives 18:00 (until 27 March), then 18:55 from 29 March onwards.
- Rome → Delhi (AI122): Departs 19:50 (until 27 March), then 20:50 from 29 March onwards; arrives 09:00 next day.
- All times local; +1 indicates next-day arrival.

Strategic Importance
- Marks Air India’s return to Rome after nearly six years, suspended since the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Strengthens India–Italy ties in culture, trade, and tourism.
- Offers seamless onward connections via Delhi to Southeast Asia destinations like Bangkok, Colombo, Ho Chi Minh City, Kathmandu, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Phuket, and Singapore.

Leadership Remarks
- Nipun Aggarwal (CCO, Air India):
> “Connecting India to more of the world remains one of our top priorities… Rome is a natural addition to our expanding network.”

- Ivan Bassato (Chief Aviation Officer, Aeroporti di Roma):
> “This resumption reinforces expectations of continued growth in long-haul markets in 2026.”

📌 Takeaway: Air India’s Rome relaunch is both a symbolic and strategic expansion, enhancing connectivity between Europe, India, and Southeast Asia while catering to rising passenger demand.