Air India opens a new gateway to Japan with non-stop Delhi-Osaka flights starting February 2027
Air India announced new non-stop flights between Delhi and Osaka (Kansai International Airport), becoming the only airline to operate on the Delhi-Osaka route.
Expanding Presence in Japan
- Osaka will be Air India's second destination in Japan after Tokyo (Haneda).
- The move strengthens connectivity between India and Japan amid growing travel demand and economic ties.
Flight Schedule
AI360: Delhi-Osaka
- Departs: 22:50
- Arrives: 09:50 (+1 day)
- Operating: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
AI359: Osaka-Delhi
- Departs: 11:50
- Arrives: 18:20
- Operating: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Enhanced Travel Flexibility
- Customers can book open-jaw itineraries, flying into Osaka and returning from Tokyo, or vice versa.
- Ideal for exploring Japan's popular Golden Route of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.
Aircraft and Cabin Configuration
- Flights will be operated using Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft.
- Configuration includes:
- 18 full-flat Business Class seats
- 241 Economy Class seats
Growing Popularity of Japan
- More than 315,000 Indian visitors travelled to Japan in 2025.
- Visitor numbers were:
- Up 35% compared to 2024.
- Nearly 80% above pre-pandemic levels.
Key Benefits
- Improved connectivity between India and Japan.
- More travel options for leisure and business travellers.
- Convenient connections to Air India's domestic and international network through Delhi.
