IndiGo stands as one of India’s leading passenger airlines, boasting a fleet of over 400 aircraft. The airline operates more than 2,200 flights daily, serving more than 130 destinations, including over 40 international locations. In exciting news, IndiGo, in partnership with Adani Airport Holdings Ltd. (AAHL), the largest operator of public-private partnership (PPP) airports in India, has reached a significant milestone by launching commercial flights from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA).
From the very first day of operations at NMIA, IndiGo will operate 18 daily departures, equating to 36 air traffic movements (ATMs), connecting passengers to over 15 cities. This makes IndiGo the first airline to operate from NMIA right from its commercial launch. Plans are in place to expand this service to 79 daily departures (158 ATMs), including 14 international flights by November 2025.
Furthermore, by March 2026, the number of daily departures is expected to exceed 100 (200 ATMs), with an ultimate goal of reaching 140 daily departures (280 ATMs), including 30 international flights, by November 2026.
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Pieter Elbers, Chief Executive Officer, IndiGo, said: “IndiGo will be the inaugural airline to operate from NMIA, and we couldn’t be more pleased to announce this. Our alliance signals towards the achievement of complete operational readiness on both sides to take the next steps. The new flights from the brand-new NMIA will elevate the travel experience of our customers while enjoying affordable, on-time, hassle-free services on our unparalleled network.”
IndiGo and Adani Airports come together to fuel aviation growth in India, as IndiGo becomes the first airline to commence flights from Navi Mumbai International Airport.@navimumairport @AdaniOnline pic.twitter.com/EWhqBGHBHe
— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) May 28, 2025
Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Arun Bansal, CEO, AAHL, said, “We are delighted to announce IndiGo as the first airline partner to commence operations from NMIA. This partnership marks a major step towards confirming NMIA’s position as a transfer hub for domestic and international travellers. Together, we are poised to transform travel experience for millions of passengers, providing them both convenience and enhanced travel options.”
The Navi Mumbai Airport (NMIA), although its exact opening date is still pending, is poised to become one of India’s major aviation hubs. Situated in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, it will address the increasing air traffic needs of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Western India. Covering over 1,160 hectares, NMIA is developed to accommodate 90 million passengers annually and will include two parallel runways, modern terminal buildings, and advanced cargo facilities for a smooth travel experience. This greenfield airport will emphasize sustainable practices, utilizing renewable energy and eco-friendly design elements inspired by the Lotus, India’s national flower.
