Air India Express inaugurates operations from Navi Mumbai International Airport

Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, inaugurated its services from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) with direct flights to Bengaluru and Delhi. The airline is among the first carriers to commence commercial services from NMIA on the very day the airport opened for operations.
The first Air India Express flight from Navi Mumbai International Airport operated to Bengaluru, marking the commencement of the airline’s services from the new airport. The occasion was marked by a special ceremony at NMIA, during which the first guest was presented with a commemorative boarding pass. 
Following the inaugural Bengaluru service, the airline’s inaugural Delhi flight is scheduled to depart from Navi Mumbai at 14:05 hours and arrive in the national capital at 16:20 hours.
Commenting on the launch of operations from Navi Mumbai, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said, “The start of flights from Navi Mumbai is a milestone for the city and the region. We are happy to be part of this effort, in enhancing capacity for Mumbai and the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Navi Mumbai is a key pillar of our dual-airport strategy, complementing our services from CSMIA, where we operate direct flights to 11 domestic and three international destinations. Being here from day one reflects our confidence in the potential NMIA has - and of the role this airport will play in getting Mumbai back on a rapid growth trajectory. AIX will scale up its operations going forward, offering guests reliable, value-driven connectivity delivered with the warmth of Indian hospitality, supported by a modern fleet.”
Air India Express’ presence in Maharashtra continues to grow steadily, with over 130 weekly flights from Mumbai and around 105 weekly flights from Pune. The airline has also recently commenced operations from Nagpur, with 14 weekly flights operating twice daily to Bengaluru, the airline’s largest domestic hub.
The airline recently unveiled new cabin experience on its Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The upgraded cabin features seats with superior padding, wider armrests, and best-in-class legroom ranging from 29 to 38 inches. Each seat is equipped with in-seat USB charging ports, the cabins have ovens installed to serve hot ‘Gourmair’ meals, refreshed interiors with brand-new carpets, and advanced Boeing Sky Interior mood lighting, creating a modern, warm, and welcoming ambience that reflects the airline’s commitment to a comfortable and memorable flying experience.
The airline’s ‘Tales of India’ initiative brings India’s diverse cultural heritage to life through distinctive tail art inspired by regional crafts and traditions. Showcasing over 50 indigenous art forms from 25 states, the initiative is featured across the airline’s new aircraft, including Maharashtra’s iconic Warli painting and the exquisite Himroo and Paithani weaves.