Air India Express inaugurates Bengaluru and Delhi flights from Navi Mumbai International Airport

Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, has inaugurated operations from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI)

Event:
Air India Express inaugurated its operations from the newly opened Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) on December 25, 2025.

Routes launched:
The first flights were direct services to Bengaluru and Delhi, making Air India Express one of the first airlines to commence commercial services from NMIA.

Ceremony highlights:
- The inaugural Bengaluru flight was marked with a special ceremony where the first passenger received a commemorative boarding pass. - The Delhi flight was scheduled to depart at 14:05 and arrive at 16:20.

Strategic importance:
- Aloke Singh, Managing Director of Air India Express, emphasized that Navi Mumbai is a key pillar of their dual-airport strategy, complementing operations at Mumbai’s CSMIA. - The move reflects confidence in NMIA’s potential to boost Mumbai’s aviation growth trajectory.

Broader footprint:
Air India Express already operates 130+ weekly flights from Mumbai and 105+ from Pune, with recent expansions in Nagpur.

Passenger experience:
The airline has introduced upgraded cabins on its Boeing 737-8 aircraft, featuring enhanced comfort, USB charging, hot meals, and mood lighting. Its “Tales of India” initiative also showcases cultural diversity with tail art inspired by regional crafts. 👉 This inauguration is significant because it positions Navi Mumbai as a major aviation hub right from day one, while strengthening Air India Express’s role in Maharashtra’s connectivity.