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Akasa Air Announces Launch from Navi Mumbai Airport on December 25

  • Writer: Ajjay Bhagyakar
    Ajjay Bhagyakar
  • Nov 17
  • 2 min read

Published by Griha Realty | Author: Ajjay Bhagyakar | Source: X.com

Navi Mumbai, India — In a major development for India’s aviation sector, Akasa Air has confirmed it will begin flight operations from the brand-new Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) starting 25 December 2025. www.ndtv.com+2Free Press Journal+2


First Routes & Schedule


  • The airline’s maiden flight will operate on 25 December, connecting Delhi to Navi Mumbai. Free Press Journal+2Travel and Tour World+2

  • On the same day, Akasa will also launch its Navi Mumbai ↔ Goa (Mopa) service. Condé Nast Traveller India+1

  • From 26 December, regular Delhi–NMI daily flights will start:

    • QP 1831 departs Delhi at 06:30, arriving at NMI at 08:50

    • Return flight QP 1832 leaves NMI at 10:55, arriving in Delhi at 13:15 Travel and Tour World+1

  • Kochi service will begin on 26 December, initially on Fridays and Saturdays, with additional flights from 28 December on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Sundays. Travel and Tour World+1

  • The NMI–Ahmedabad route is slated to start from 31 December, with a weekly Wednesday flight (QP 1916). Free Press Journal+1


Strategic Importance & Future Growth


  • Akasa Air becoming one of the first airlines to operate from NMIA is a strategic move. Free Press Journal

  • The airline plans to ramp up operations aggressively, targeting up to 300 domestic and 50 international weekly departures in the future. The Economic Times+1

  • By FY2027, Akasa aims to establish 10 parking bases, aligning with its international expansion plans, particularly in the Middle East and Southeast Asia. The Economic Times


Why This Matters ( Akasa Air Announces Launch )


  • NMIA’s launch with Akasa’s services helps decongest Mumbai’s primary airport and offers travelers more choice in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Business Standard+1

  • For Navi Mumbai and surrounding areas, this increased connectivity is likely to spur economic growth, real estate demand, and boost local accessibility.

  • Akasa’s early commitment to NMIA underlines its long-term strategy to strengthen its presence in western India. ( Akasa Air Announces Launch )

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