16-December-2025, Bengaluru: Strengthening connectivity between Thailand and Uttar Pradesh, Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, has announced weekly flights between Varanasi and Bangkok starting February 1, 2026.

The new service will offer travellers from Varanasi convenient non-stop connectivity to one of Asia’s most popular leisure destinations. Similarly, it will provide convenient options for tourists from Thailand to visit Varanasi, Sarnath, and other major attractions on the Buddhist circuit.  Bookings are now open on the airline’s award-winning website, airindiaexpress.com, mobile app, and other major booking channels.

Speaking on the announcement, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said, “The introduction of this non-stop service to Bangkok provides seamless access to one of India’s most sought-after international destinations. It aligns with our strategic focus on enhancing direct international connectivity from the nation’s rapidly growing non-metro and Tier-II cities. 

For inbound travellers, the service strengthens access to Varanasi – one of the world’s oldest continually inhabited cities and widely regarded as India’s spiritual capital – while further developing the Buddhist travel circuit for visitors from Thailand. 

This new connection reflects our credo of expanding the network with meaningful connections, supporting our commitment to deliver greater convenience and value to our guests.”

This launch will further build on Air India Express’ presence in Thailand. The airline currently connects Bangkok with Bengaluru, Lucknow, Pune, and Surat, and operates direct flights between Hyderabad and Phuket.

This service also enhances the Air India Express operations from Varanasi, where the airline currently operates more than 70 weekly flights from the city to Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai and Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates. Air India Express was the first airline to launch international operations from Varanasi, directly connecting the city to Sharjah in August 2015, placing Varanasi on the international travel map. Within Uttar Pradesh, Air India Express also operates from Ayodhya, Hindon, and Lucknow.

Air India Express has recently unveiled a new cabin experience on its Boeing 737-8 aircraft, alongside its latest brand campaign, ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’, which encourages travellers to immerse themselves in local culture and discover new experiences across its expansive network of over 60 destinations. The refreshed cabin features seats with superior padding, thicker armrests, and improved 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 celebrates the country’s artistic and cultural diversity through tail arts inspired by regional traditions and crafts. The initiative brings to life over 50 indigenous arts from 25 states, featuring on each of the airline’s new aircraft, including the iconic Banarasi weave and Chikankari embroidery.

From Varanasi: Air India Express operates over 70 weekly flights from Varanasi connecting directly to three destinations including Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai and two international destinations: Bangkok and Sharjah. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connectivity to 30 domestic destinations: Agartala, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Goa, Guwahati, Imphal, Indore, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kannur, Kochi, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Nagpur, North Goa, Pune, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Udaipur, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and eight international destinations: Abu Dhabi, Dammam, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait, Muscat, Phuket, and Riyadh.

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01-December-2025, Bangalore: Strengthening its presence further in Maharashtra, Air India Express, India’s first international value airline, inaugurated its operations from Nagpur. The airline now operates twice-daily flights between Nagpur and Bengaluru, its largest hub, enhancing connectivity and offering greater convenience to travellers.

The inaugural flight from Nagpur took off at 10:00 hrs and landed in Bengaluru at 12:05 hrs, while the first flight from Bengaluru to Nagpur departed at 07:25 hrs and arrived at 09:30 hrs. To commemorate the occasion, a special ceremony was held at Nagpur’s Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, where the first guests received a celebratory boarding pass.

Speaking about the launch, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said, “With the commencement of our operations from Nagpur today, alongside our upcoming launch from the new Navi Mumbai International Airport, we are further strengthening our presence across Maharashtra. These additions reinforce our focus on enhancing connectivity between non-metro cities and our major hubs, particularly Bengaluru, which continues to grow as our key domestic hub. This expanded network enables guests to enjoy seamless one-stop access across India, the Gulf, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. As we scale our network, we look forward to welcoming more travellers to ‘Xplore More, and Xpress More’ with Air India Express.”

From Nagpur, the airline offers one-stop connectivity to 29 domestic destinations and seven international destinations. Across Maharashtra, Air India Express operates over 130 weekly direct flights from Mumbai and over 90 weekly direct flights from Pune. The airline will also begin direct flights from Navi Mumbai to Bengaluru and Delhi from 25th December 2025.

Bengaluru continues to serve as an important hub for the airline, with over 530 weekly direct flights, including services to recently launched destinations such as Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Jodhpur, and Udaipur. The airline has also recently introduced direct flights from Bengaluru to Bangkok, Jeddah, Kuwait and Riyadh.

In addition to rapidly expanding its domestic network, Air India Express also announced a significant cultural milestone today – as the Official Travel Partner for the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, the airline is proud to be associated with one of India’s most iconic cultural events, which begins today and runs until 10 December 2025. To promote tourism to the region, the airline is offering a 15% discount on flights to and from Dimapur for travel until 15 December 2025, using the promo code HORNBILL on it’s website and mobile app. The airline has set up a Hornbill themed photobooth for travellers arriving at Dimapur Airport and a community art canvas inspired by traditional motifs at the Kisama Heritage Village festival site. Guests and social media fans and followers are invited to participate in a contest to win free flights by uploading destination photographs on Instagram, Facebook, or X, tagging @airindiax and using #XploreMore.

The airline recently unveiled its latest brand campaign ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’, encouraging travellers to immerse themselves in local culture and discover new experiences. The airline also unveiled the new cabin experience on its Boeing 737-8 aircraft recently. 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 celebrates the country’s artistic and cultural diversity through tail arts inspired by regional traditions and crafts. The initiative brings to life over 50 indigenous arts from 25 states, featuring on each of the airline’s new aircraft, including iconic Warli painting, exquisite Himroo and Paithani weaves from Maharashtra.

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21-November-2025, Bengaluru: Continuing its growth momentum, Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, announces the addition of the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) to its expanding network. Starting 25 December 2025, the first day of commercial operations at the airport, Air India Express will operate daily flights to Bengaluru and five weekly flights to Delhi, the two largest domestic hubs of the airline. From 1st January 2026, the airline will operate twice-daily services on both these routes. Bookings for these flights are now open on the airline’s award-winning website, airindiaexpress.com, its mobile app, and major booking channels.

Commenting on the upcoming operations from Navi Mumbai, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said, “We are excited to start flights from the new Navi Mumbai International Airport from the very first day of its opening. We are happy to work 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. We will offer direct connectivity to Bengaluru and New Delhi, and seamless onward connections on both AIX and AI networks. Going forward, we will add more flights in a phased manner as we expand our operations at Navi Mumbai.”

Air India Express’ presence continues to grow steadily in Maharashtra, with over 130 weekly flights from Mumbai and over 90 weekly flights from Pune. Starting December 1, 2025, the airline will also launch services from Nagpur, operating twice daily flights to Bengaluru.

The new services from Navi Mumbai further complement Air India Express’ expanding network from Bengaluru, which remains one of its key hubs. The airline has recently introduced routes from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Jodhpur, Udaipur, and now operates more than 530 weekly flights from the city. It also recently inaugurated direct flights from Bengaluru to Bangkok, Jeddah, Kuwait, and Riyadh.

The airline recently unveiled its new brand campaign ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’ encouraging travellers to immerse themselves in local culture and discover new experiences. The airline also unveiled the new cabin experience on its Boeing 737-8 aircraft recently. The upgraded cabin features seats with superior padding, wider armrests, and legroom ranging from 29 to 38 inches. Each seat is equipped with in-seat USB charging ports, while the cabins feature ovens for serving hot ‘Gourmair’ meals, refreshed interiors with brand-new carpets, and advanced Boeing Sky Interior lighting, creating a modern, warm, and welcoming ambience that reflects the airline’s commitment to a comfortable and memorable flying experience.

Through its ‘Tales of India’ initiative, Air India Express celebrates the country’s artistic and cultural diversity, showcasing over 50 indigenous arts from 25 states, including Maharashtra’s iconic Warli painting, and exquisite Himroo and Paithani weaves.

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18-November-2025, Bengaluru: The Government of Nagaland has named Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, as the Official Travel Partner for the Hornbill Festival 2025, one of India’s most iconic celebrations of tribal heritage, music, food, and traditions. The announcement underscores the airline’s commitment to create meaningful connections rooted in people, places, and stories, and celebrate India’s rich cultural tapestry through its ‘Tales of India’ initiative.

The announcement was made jointly by Shri Abu Metha, Advisor to the Chief Minister of Nagaland, along with Shri Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, at the airline’s headquarters in Gurugram, National Capital Region. The announcement was made in the presence of Government of Nagaland officials, including Shri Theja Meru, Chairman, Task Force for Music and Arts, and Shri Ababe Ezung, OSD, Transport Department, and senior leaders of the airline.

Welcoming Air India Express as the official Travel Partner, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri Neiphiu Rio, said, “Nagaland is pleased to welcome Air India Express as the Travel Partner for Nagaland Tourism and the Hornbill Festival. This collaboration marks an important step in strengthening connectivity, enhancing visitor experiences, and showcasing Nagaland to the rest of the country and the world. It is a welcome corporate partnership, and we look forward to the contributions of Air India Express towards our collective vision of nation building. Together, we aim to create greater opportunities for tourism, cultural exchange, and economic growth in the Land of Festivals.”

Speaking about the association, Shri Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said, “We are delighted to partner with the Government of Nagaland for this year’s  Hornbill Festival, a vibrant celebration of culture, music, and heritage. Under our overarching ‘Tales of India’ initiative, we celebrate the diverse cultural heritage and indigenous arts of our country. The Hornbill Festival reflects the spirit, artistry, and colours of the region like no other. The Tsüngkotepsü livery on our new Boeing 737-8 is a tribute to the rich artistic legacy of Nagaland, while also marking the first aircraft in our fleet to feature our newly retrofitted cabin. We look forward to welcoming guests to the Land of Festivals and supporting Nagaland’s growth as a cultural and tourism destination.”

As Nagaland prepares to welcome visitors from across India and around the world, Air India Express is bringing the celebrations closer with the arrival of its new Boeing 737-8 aircraft, VT-BWD, featuring a striking livery inspired by the Tsüngkotepsü design, a powerful symbol of identity and heritage, worn as a marker of great honour in Ao tribe of Nagaland. The aircraft will be received by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Nagaland, Shri Neiphiu Rio, at Dimapur Airport on 22 November. The airline will also facilitate the travel of artists and organisers for the festival, along with a dedicated Hornbill experience kiosk at Dimapur Airport, to welcome travellers to the colours and character of Nagaland from the moment they arrive.

To enhance accessibility and drive tourism and footfalls, Air India Express is offering a flat 15% discount on direct and one-stop flights to Dimapur for bookings made between 20 and 30 November 2025, for travel from 20 November to 15 December 2025, using the promo code HORNBILL on the airline’s awardwinning website and mobile app.

Air India Express operates daily flights connecting Dimapur to Guwahati, with convenient one-stop onward connectivity from Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, and Patna. The airline utilises the same aircraft from Dimapur to Guwahati and onward to Delhi, allowing guests to continue their journey to the national capital without a change of aircraft, ensuring a smoother and more seamless travel experience. Across the Northeast region, the airline connects Guwahati with 126 weekly flights, Agartala with 21 weekly flights, Imphal with 21 weekly flights, and Dibrugarh with 14 weekly flights, strengthening mobility and access in the region.

Air India Express celebrates India’s cultural and festive fabric through thoughtful, guest-centric initiatives that incorporate local traditions into the travel experience. From Sattvik meals during Navratri and festive menus for Diwali to Onam Sadya during Onam, and gestures such as distributing rakhis onboard for Raksha Bandhan, the airline brings the warmth of India’s celebrations to the skies. These experiences, with the airline’s new campaign ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’, encourage travellers to discover the country’s diversity and cultural depth, both on the ground and in the air.

As part of its ‘Tales of India’ initiative, Air India Express proudly showcases unique art and designs on its aircraft tails, representing the stories of India’s many regions. Alongside the Tsüngkotepsü design from Nagaland, the airline’s fleet features Akyobi, Moirang Phee, and Saphee Lanphee from Manipur, Gamosa and Jaapi from Assam, Idu Mishmi from Arunachal Pradesh, Khneng from Meghalaya, and Puanchei from Mizoram, honouring the artistic traditions of the Northeast and celebrating the spirit of India in flight.

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01-November-2025, Bangalore: As the winter travel season approaches, exploring Rajasthan’s royal charm just got easier. Air India Express, the country’s first international value carrier, has expanded its footprint in the state with four new daily flights connecting Jodhpur and Udaipur to Bengaluru and Delhi. The first flights from both airports took off today, marking the commencement of these new services. To celebrate the occasion, a special ceremony was held at both Jodhpur and Udaipur airports, where the first guests received celebratory boarding passes.

Commenting on Air India Express commencing operations from both Jodhpur and Udaipur, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said, “True to our recently launched brand campaign ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’, Air India Express is enabling travellers to discover new destinations, experience diverse cultures, and build meaningful connections. With Jodhpur and Udaipur joining our network, we are delighted to strengthen our presence in Rajasthan, a land celebrated for its regal heritage and art. These new routes will open Rajasthan’s rich cultural and architectural splendour to travellers while offering people from the region convenient access to major domestic and international destinations through our hubs in Bengaluru and Delhi.” 

With these additions, Air India Express now operates from three cities in Rajasthan, with over 105 weekly flights from the state. The airline operates about 80 weekly flights from Jaipur, offering direct connectivity to 11 Indian cities and Dubai. The airline also connects Jaipur to 25 domestic destinations and 11 international destinations with convenient one-stop connections.  Apart from direct flights to Bengaluru and Delhi, the airline connects Jodhpur to 26 domestic and three international destinations and Udaipur with 29 domestic and seven international destinations through convenient one-stop connections.

These new launches follow the airline’s recent network expansion to Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, and Dehradun, offering direct connectivity to Bengaluru. As part of its Winter Schedule 2025, the airline also launched new operations from Bengaluru to Bangkok, Jeddah, Riyadh, and Kuwait and from Delhi to Amritsar, Goa, Imphal, Lucknow, and Port Blair.

The airline recently unveiled its new brand campaign ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’ encouraging travellers to immerse themselves in local culture and discover new experiences. This week, the airline has also unveiled its new interiors of its Boeing 737-8 aircraft.  The upgraded cabin features seats with superior padding, wider armrests, and legroom ranging from 29 to 38 inches. Each seat is equipped with in-seat USB charging ports, while the cabins feature ovens for serving hot ‘Gourmair’ meals, refreshed interiors with brand-new carpets, and advanced Boeing Sky Interior lighting, creating a modern, warm, and welcoming ambience that reflects the airline’s commitment to a comfortable and memorable flying experience.

Travellers can also explore the airline’s curated holiday platform, ‘Xpress Holidays’, featuring comprehensive packages with accommodation, transport, and activities. ‘Xpress Holidays’ can be easily accessed at the Products and Services section on Air India Express’ website. Among its offerings is the ‘Royal Vacation in Rajasthan’, an 8-night/9-day itinerary which includes round-trip flights, intercity car transfers, 4-star hotels, airport transfers, 14 curated activities, and select meals. Another popular option is the ‘Grandeur and Love’ package — a 6-night/7-day escape featuring the same premium inclusions. More such tailor-made packages are available for booking on the airline’s website.

Celebrating India’s rich cultural diversity, Air India Express brings over 50 indigenous arts from 25 states to life through its ‘Tales of India’ initiative. Each of its brand-new aircraft features unique liveries inspired by indigenous art and crafts such as Rajasthan’s Danka embroidery, Pichwai painting, and Sanganeri Block Print, paying tribute to the country’s timeless artistry.

From Jaipur: Air India Express operates about 80 weekly flights from Jaipur connecting directly to 11 domestic destinations and Dubai. The domestic destinations include Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati, Hindon, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune and Varanasi. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connections to 25 domestic destinations: Agartala, Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Goa, Imphal, Indore, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kannur, Kochi, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mangaluru, North Goa, Patna, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijay Puram (Port Blair), Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Udaipur, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam and 11 international destinations: Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Bangkok, Dammam, Jeddah, Kathmandu, Kuwait, Muscat, Phuket, Riyadh, Sharjah.

From Jodhpur: Air India Express operates 14 weekly flights from Jodhpur connecting directly to Bengaluru and Delhi. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connectivity to 26 domestic destinations: Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, North Goa, Patna, Pune, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijaya Puram, Surat, Varanasi, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam and three international destinations: Dammam, Kuwait, and Muscat.

From Udaipur: Air India Express operates 14 weekly flights from Udaipur connecting directly to Bengaluru and Delhi. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connectivity to 29 domestic destinations: Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, North Goa, Patna, Pune, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijaya Puram, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, Varanasi, and Visakhapatnam and seven international destinations: Abu Dhabi, Dammam, Jeddah, Kuwait, Muscat, Riyadh, and Sharjah.

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08-October-2025, Bengaluru: In honour of Air Force Day, Air India Express has announced special deals offering up to 50% off flight fares for serving and retired Defence and paramilitary personnel, as well as their dependents, on domestic flights. The offer is valid for bookings made on 8 October 2025, for travel until 3 May 2026, on the airline’s award-winning website, airindiaexpress.com, or the Air India Express iOS or Android mobile app.

The offer applies across the airline’s domestic network of 43 destinations, which include Air Force Stations at Amritsar, Bagdogra, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Gwalior, Guwahati, Hindon, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kannur, Pune, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), Srinagar, and Thiruvananthapuram. The airline’s domestic network also covers key Indian Army Commands at Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Pune; and all the Indian Navy Commands in Mumbai, Kochi, Vishakhapatnam and Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. As a gesture of gratitude, Air India Express also extends complimentary priority boarding to Defence personnel throughout the year.

With this exclusive Air Force Day sale, the airline salutes the dedication, courage, and spirit of India’s armed forces, enabling them to connect with their families and create cherished travel memories.

In addition to these commemorative offers, Air India Express provides year-round special discounted fares and benefits for students, senior citizens, and members of the Indian Armed Forces and their dependents, ensuring enhanced travel access for a diverse community of flyers.

Air India Express was the first major airline to commence flight operations from the civil enclave of Hindon Airport station, becoming the first airline to operate from multiple airports in the National Capital Region. The airline operates over 60 flights from Hindon to nine domestic destinations including Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Goa, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, and Varanasi, in addition to over 400 weekly flights from Delhi (IGI) connecting directly to 24 domestic destinations.

The airline directly connects Delhi to  Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Goa, Guwahati, Imphal, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Jodhpur, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, North Goa, Patna, Pune, Ranchi, Srinagar, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), Surat, Udaipur, and Varanasi and two international destinations: Muscat, and Sharjah. From 26^th October 2025 all Air India Express domestic flights will operate from Delhi will operate from T1 while all international flights will continue to operate from T3.

Recently, the airline expanded its network to 60 destinations, with the addition of Jodhpur and Udaipur, and is set to commence operations from the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport.

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03-September-2025, Bengaluru: Enhancing connectivity, Air India Express, India’s fastest growing airline, has announced daily flights between Indore and Goa (Dabolim International Airport), starting from October 26, 2025. Bookings are now open on the airline’s award-winning website, airindiaexpress.com, mobile app, and other major booking channels.

Goa remains a sought-after destination for its vibrant culture, beaches, cuisine, and heritage, making it a year-round favourite for tourists. The addition of this new service builds on the airline’s existing flights between Indore and North Goa, offering travellers more choice and flexibility when planning their trips to one of India’s most popular tourist destinations.

Celebrating India’s diverse culture, Air India Express brings indigenous art to life through its ‘Tales of India’ initiative. Each of its brand-new aircraft features livery inspired by heritage crafts such as Bagh block printing and Chanderi weave, paying tribute to Madhya Pradesh’s rich artistic legacy and craftsmanship.

In addition to booking flights, travellers can also take advantage of Air India Express’ ‘Xpress Holidays’ platform, offering curated holiday packages, including accommodation, transport, and activities. ‘Xpress Holidays’ can be easily accessed from the Product and Services section on the airline’s website.

From Indore: Air India Express operates more than 45 weekly flights from Indore connecting directly to 36 domestic destinations including Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, North Goa, Pune and internationally to Sharjah. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connectivity to 25 domestic destinations: Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Goa, Guwahati, Hindon, Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Mumbai, Patna, Ranchi, Srinagar, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Varanasi, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam and seven international destinations including Bahrain, Dammam, Jeddah, Kathmandu, Kuwait, Muscat, and Phuket.

From Goa: Air India Express operates 40 weekly flights from Goa connecting directly to six domestic destinations including Bengaluru, Delhi, Hindon, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai, and internationally to Dubai. Additionally, the airline provides one-stop connectivity to 27 domestic destinations: Agartala, Ahmedabad, Ayodhya, Bagdogra, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Guwahati, Gwalior, Indore, Jaipur, Jammu, Kannur, Kochi, Kozhikode, Lucknow, Mangaluru, Patna, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), Pune, Ranchi, Srinagar, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Varanasi, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam and five international destinations including Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Bangkok, Kathmandu, and Muscat.

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17-September-2025, Bengaluru: Air India Express has officially become a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), underscoring the airline’s commitment to global best practices in safety, operations, and customer experience. This is a significant milestone at a time when it has been rapidly expanding its fleet, network, and partnerships.

IATA represents some 350 airlines from more than 120 countries, accounting for over 80% of global air traffic. A condition for IATA membership is the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA), which is the global industry standard for airline operational safety auditing. Airlines have to comply with over 900 standards in order to achieve their IOSA registration.

”We welcome Air India Express into the IATA family. Air India Express has been on the IOSA registry since 2017, and we are glad that they have taken the next step to become an IATA member. Having Air India Express as a member broadens the perspectives that we can bring to the global issues affecting our industry,” said Sheldon Hee, IATA’s Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific.

Commenting on the membership, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said: “ Becoming a part of the IATA family is a proud moment for us. It highlights our commitment to enhance our global standing, assuring our guests of world-class standards, and facilitates access to global partnerships. As we continue to grow our footprint, IATA membership is an additional step taken by Air India Express to ensure that every journey is supported by the highest standards of reliability, safety, and convenience.“

For travellers, Air India Express will be able to contribute in shaping global standards and policies that improve the travel experience, translating into a smoother, more reliable experience worldwide.

Air India Express’ IATA membership also allows the airline to participate actively in the IATA Billing and Settlement Plans (BSP) around the world, extending the global reach of the airline through IATA-accredited travel agents.

With a growing fleet of 115 aircraft, Air India Express operates over 500 daily flights, connecting 41 domestic and 17 international destinations across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. As India’s fastest-growing airline, Air India Express continues to enable everyone to interact, explore, engage and be part of New India. – now with the added assurance of IATA’s global framework.

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01-September-2025, Bengaluru: Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, has commenced direct flights from Ahmedabad and Chandigarh, connecting directly to Bengaluru, enhancing access from these cities to the country’s tech capital. The airline will operate twice daily services from Chandigarh and daily services from Ahmedabad, with the Ahmedabad-Bengaluru service increasing to twice daily from September 16, 2025, offering greater convenience for both business and leisure travellers. This network expansion also includes upcoming services between Dehradun and Bengaluru, set to commence from September 15, 2025.

The inaugural flight from Chandigarh, flagged off by Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, departed from Chandigarh Airport at 16:40 hours and will land in Bengaluru at 19:40 hours. The first Ahmedabad – Bengaluru flight took off at 11:00 hours and arrived at 13:25 hours. To mark the milestone, a celebratory event was held at Chandigarh Airport, where the first guest was presented with a commemorative boarding pass.

Speaking at the launch from Chandigarh Airport, Aloke Singh, Managing Director, Air India Express, said, “Our new routes from Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, and soon Dehradun to Bengaluru reflect our commitment to creating meaningful connections between state capitals and major metros. With thoughtfully curated fares including our cabin-bag only Xpress Lite fare, comfortable seats, hot meals onboard, and our unique ‘Tales of India’ aircraft liveries, we deliver a warm, distinctly Indian travel experience with every flight. This expansion is another step towards building our pan-India network serving leisure and business travellers with efficiency.”

With these new flights, guests from Ahmedabad can also access convenient one-stop connections via Bengaluru to 26 domestic destinations and three international destinations, while guests from Chandigarh can connect to 22 domestic destinations and Kathmandu. Bengaluru is the largest domestic hub of Air India Express, with over 405 weekly flights connecting 34 domestic destinations.

The airline’s new Boeing aircraft VT-BXB which has a livery inspired by Punjab’s Phulkari textile pattern was deployed to operate the first flight from Chandigarh. The airline has launched more than fifty such tail arts each on its new aircraft as part of its ‘Tales of India’ initiative, which pays tribute to India’s vibrant artistic heritage.

Travellers booking on these routes can also explore ‘Xpress Holidays’, the airline’s holiday platform offering curated travel experiences. The packages include flights, accommodation, transport, and activities, and are available under the Products and Services section on the Air India Express website.

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