Air India Group Announces Phased Transition of Services to Navi Mumbai International Airport
In line with the broader transition plan for domestic and international airlines to facilitate the redevelopment of Terminal 1 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), Air India Group will commence the phased transition of some of its West Asia services to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA).
Transition Overview
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Phased transition of select Air India Group operations from CSMIA to NMIA.
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Supports redevelopment of CSMIA Terminal 1 and Mumbai's dual-airport strategy.
Phase 1: Domestic Operations
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Air India Express to launch 4 daily domestic flights from NMIA.
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Operations to begin in December 2026.
Phase 2: International Operations
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Services to Oman and planned services to Kuwait to commence from January 2027.
Gradual transfer of services to:
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Jeddah
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Riyadh
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Dammam
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Doha
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Muscat
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Sharjah
Transition Timeline
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Progressive migration of Air India Express services to NMIA.
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Target completion by IATA Northern Summer 2027 season.
Strategic Benefits
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Supports CSMIA Terminal 1 redevelopment.
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Preserves Air India Group's historic operating slots at CSMIA.
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Enhances operational efficiency across the Mumbai market.
Benefits for Travelers
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Improved connectivity across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
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Greater choice and convenience through operations at both CSMIA and NMIA.
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Better access to expanding aviation infrastructure.
Adani Airports' Perspective
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Welcomes Air India Group's planned operations from NMIA.
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Highlights NMIA's advanced technology, multimodal connectivity, and scalable infrastructure designed to support future aviation growth and a seamless travel experience.
