Air India Express reinstates flights to West Asia, Operates Over 40 daily flights to the Gulf region

Air India Express is making a strong comeback in West Asia, reinstating flights to Qatar and Bahrain while boosting connectivity to the UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia starting 30 April 2026.

Network Expansion
- Over 40 daily flights to the Gulf region.
- Services restored from major Indian metros and regional hubs including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kochi, Kozhikode, Kannur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Amritsar, Varanasi, and Mangaluru.

Country-wise Connectivity
- UAE: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Al Ain.
- Oman: Muscat.
- Saudi Arabia: Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam.
- Qatar: Doha.
- Bahrain: Bahrain.
- Kuwait: (no reinstated routes yet).

Strategic Importance
- The reinstatement strengthens India–Gulf ties, catering to both expatriate communities and business/tourism travel.
- Air India Express continues to operate with a fleet of over 100 Boeing 737s and Airbus A320s, serving 45 domestic and 17 international destinations.

Passenger Experience
- Enhanced onboard services like ‘Gourmair’ hot meals, refreshed interiors, and loyalty benefits for 20 million members.
- The airline positions itself as India’s most vibrant value carrier, encouraging travelers to “Xplore More, Xpress More.”

Flight Schedules


This move is particularly significant because the Gulf region is one of the busiest corridors for Indian travelers, and reinstating these routes ensures smoother travel for workers, families, and tourists alike.