The Air India Express on Friday announced that it will begin operations from the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) from December 25, 2025, the first day of commercial operations at the airport, with its first flight departing for Bengaluru.

An official statement said that the airline will operate daily flights to Bengaluru and five weekly flights to Delhi. From January 1, 2026, these routes will see twice-daily services, offering passengers greater flexibility and connectivity.