Air India Express Launches First International Flight from Navi Mumbai Airport

India’s aviation landscape has entered a transformative phase as Air India Express launches its first international flight from Navi Mumbai International Airport, creating a new global gateway that expands international connectivity and strengthens Mumbai’s position as a major travel hub. The landmark move follows the airport’s commercial opening and reflects India’s rapidly growing air travel demand, rising passenger numbers and ambitious infrastructure expansion plans. With advanced facilities, increased capacity and new international routes, Navi Mumbai Airport is set to reduce pressure on Mumbai’s existing airport while offering millions of travellers faster access to global destinations. TravelAgencies & Services India has entered a new era of aviation growth with the launch of Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), a landmark project designed to transform Mumbai’s travel capacity and strengthen the country’s position as a global aviation powerhouse. The airport began commercial operations on 25 December 2025, marking a historic moment for India’s aviation sector as passenger demand continues to rise rapidly. The opening followed the inauguration of a new terminal at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, Assam, showing India’s nationwide push to modernise airport infrastructure.