Air India Express to Launch from Navi Mumbai Airport from December 25

By Ajjay Bhagyakar | Published by Griha Realty | Source: Times of India

Source: Times of India

Mumbai, Nov 21, 2025 – Air India Express (AIX) has announced that it will begin operations from the new Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) from the very first day of commercial activity — December 25, 2025. Bookings are now open for flights on two key domestic routes ahead of the airport’s debut. NDTV Profit+3The Times of India+3Aviation A2Z+3

Key Details at a Glance

• From December 25, AIX will operate daily flights between NMIA and Bengaluru (BLR). Aviation A2Z+1

• It will also run five weekly flights between NMIA and New Delhi (DEL), specifically on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday for the remainder of 2025. The Times of India+1

• Starting January 1, 2026, both routes will be upgraded to twice-daily services. Aviation A2Z+1

• The early booking window is now open via the airline’s website, mobile app and major travel platforms. Travel Biz Monitor+1

What This Means ( Air India Express to Launch from Navi Mumbai Airport from December 25 )

This move positions NMIA as a significant new gateway for the Mumbai metropolitan region and its catchment area. According to AIX’s Managing Director, Aloke Singh, the airline is “excited to start flights from the new NMIA from the very first day of its opening … working with the airport as it opens up capacity for Mumbai and its catchment area, putting one of India’s largest transport hubs back on a rapid growth trajectory.” Aviation A2Z

For travellers, having two major routes (Bengaluru and Delhi) from NMIA from day one offers new convenience and options, and the ramp-up to higher frequency in January will further boost flexibility.

Flight Schedule (Selected

From December 25, 2025:

• NMIA → Bengaluru: departs 08:55, arrives 10:50 (daily) Aviation A2Z

• Bengaluru → NMIA: departs 16:55, arrives 18:50 (daily) @mathrubhumi+1

• NMIA → Delhi: departs 14:05, arrives 16:20 (Tue/Wed/Thu/Sat/Sun) Aviation A2Z

• Delhi → NMIA: departs 11:15, arrives 13:25 (Tue/Wed/Thu/Sat/Sun) Aviation A2Z

From January 1, 2026 (additional):

• NMIA → Bengaluru: second daily flight 19:35–21:35 Aviation A2Z

• NMIA → Delhi: second daily flight 09:00–11:10 Aviation A2Z

The Bigger Picture

The arrival of Air India Express at NMIA signals growing confidence in the new airport’s capacity and the region’s demand for air connectivity. NMIA is expected to relieve pressure on the existing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) and provide wider options for the western Maharashtra region. The Times of India+1

For AIX, this marks another expansion in its domestic network. The airline already operates more than 130 weekly flights from Mumbai and over 90 from Pune. Mid-day+1

Why This Matters for Passengers & Real Estate Stakeholders

• Convenience: Travelers in Navi Mumbai and surrounding areas will now have direct access to major hubs (Delhi, Bengaluru) right from their doorstep.

• Growth potential: From a real estate or infrastructure vantage, the improved connectivity offered by NMIA’s operations and early flights means enhanced attractiveness of the region for corporate, logistics and residential growth.

• Timing: With bookings live and services commencing by year-end, now is a good time for travelers and property investors to plan ahead for this new gateway.

Source: Times of India – “Air India Express opens bookings for Navi Mumbai flights ahead of Dec 25 launch” (Nov 21, 2025) The Times of India+1Also referenced: AviationA2Z, TravelBizMonitor, NDTV Profit and Mid-Day reports. NDTV Profit+3Aviation A2Z+3Travel Biz Monitor+3

Published by Griha Realty. For further updates on NMIA developments and property-connectivity news, stay tuned to our blog. ( Air India Express to Launch from Navi Mumbai Airport from December 25 )