Apr 28: Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, today announced the launch of eleven new routes as part of its summer schedule, further strengthening its connectivity across major metros, state capitals, economic hubs, and key leisure destinations. Bookings for these flights are now open on the airline’s official website, mobile app, and through authorised travel partners.
As part of this expansion, the airline will enhance connectivity between Mumbai and Ahmedabad, while also linking both cities with Chandigarh and Dehradun. Additionally, direct flights between Mumbai and Patna will further expand access to eastern India.
Strengthening its leisure network, the airline will introduce direct connectivity between Pune and Chennai with Bagdogra, a key gateway to the Eastern Himalayas. Notably, the Pune–Bagdogra route will be exclusively served by Air India Express, operating five days a week.
The new routes, effective May 1, 2026, include multiple daily and weekly services connecting major cities such as Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Patna, Bagdogra, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Ranchi, Kochi, and Delhi.
With this expansion, Air India Express will significantly scale its domestic footprint, operating 40 weekly flights from Ahmedabad, 108 from Bagdogra, 27 from Chandigarh, 393 from Delhi, 28 from Dehradun, 62 from Kochi, 86 from Kolkata, 174 from Mumbai, 42 from Patna, and 96 from Pune.
In addition to new routes, the airline has reinstated previously operated services such as Bagdogra–Chennai, Delhi–Kochi, and Hyderabad–Ranchi to cater to seasonal demand and evolving travel patterns.
This network expansion reflects Air India Express’ continued focus on improving regional connectivity, supporting tourism, and enhancing travel convenience for passengers across India.
