Air India Express expands domestic network with six new destinations across India

Air India Express announced a significant expansion of its domestic network with the addition of six new destinations: Aurangabad, Coimbatore, Jamnagar, Jodhpur, Madurai, and Tirupati.

Network Growth
- Adds six new destinations: Aurangabad, Coimbatore, Jamnagar, Jodhpur, Madurai, and Tirupati.
- Expands total network to 64 destinations (48 domestic + 16 international).
- Operations begin 1 September 2026, with bookings already open.

New Routes & Frequencies
- Aurangabad – Delhi: 2x daily.
- Coimbatore – Mumbai: 2x daily.
- Jamnagar – Mumbai: 2x daily.
- Jodhpur – Delhi & Mumbai: Daily.
- Madurai – Chennai: Daily.
- Tirupati – Hyderabad: Daily.

Additional Delhi Frequencies (from 1 Sept 2026)
- Delhi – Bhubaneswar: 4x daily.
- Delhi – Patna: 4x daily.
- Delhi – Kochi: 2x daily.
- Delhi – Varanasi: 2x daily.

Strategic Importance
- Strengthens presence across West, South, and North India.
- Connects metros with emerging business, cultural, and tourism hubs:
- Aurangabad (Ajanta & Ellora UNESCO sites).
- Jamnagar (industrial & energy hub).
- Coimbatore (manufacturing & textiles).
- Madurai (heritage city).
- Tirupati (pilgrimage destination).
- Jodhpur (tourism & culture in Rajasthan).

Broader Expansion Context
- Recent milestones:
- Launched operations from Bhopal.
- First international services from Navi Mumbai (to Abu Dhabi).
- First-ever direct connectivity between Northeast India and UAE (Guwahati–Dubai/Abu Dhabi).
- Domestic network now supported by 2,700+ weekly flights, offering stronger connectivity between metros and emerging cities.

This expansion positions Air India Express as a key player in bridging India’s tier-2 and tier-3 cities with major hubs, while also reinforcing its role in international connectivity.