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Noida International Airport to start commercial flights from June 15
Noida International Airport announced it will begin commercial flights on June 15, with IndiGo as the inaugural carrier and Akasa Air and Air India Express to follow. The plan follows Prime Minister Modi's March inauguration and BCAS approval of the Aerodrome Security Program this week; detailed schedules and destinations will be released later. The airport will host meetings with the airlines next week to review flight plans and slots.
Why It Matters
The launch strengthens regional connectivity and has potential to boost economic activity, tourism, and investment in the Noida-Greater Noida region.
Timeline
8 Events
Airport to hold meetings with IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air to review flight plans and slots
May 1, 2026
The airport management will meet IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air next week to review flight plans and slots.
IndiGo seen as the contributor of the most flights in initial phase
May 1, 2026
Officials say IndiGo is expected to operate the highest number of flights in the initial phase and may run a parallel domestic and international network from NIA.
Air India Express to begin Bengaluru flights from Noida (twice daily)
May 1, 2026
Air India Express is expected to commence daily flights from Noida to Bengaluru, twice daily (morning and evening); dates are not finalised.
Akasa Air and Air India Express to follow IndiGo with services
May 1, 2026
Akasa Air and Air India Express are expected to commence services after IndiGo, with reviews of flight plans and slots to occur next week.
IndiGo to operate inaugural flight from Noida International Airport on June 15
May 1, 2026
IndiGo will operate the first flight from Noida International Airport, marking the start of scheduled passenger services on June 15.
BCAS approves Aerodrome Security Program for Noida International Airport
May 1, 2026
The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security approved the Aerodrome Security Program for Noida International Airport this week.
Prime Minister Modi inaugurates Noida International Airport
March 28, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Noida International Airport on March 28, 2026.
Akasa Air to base aircraft at Noida International Airport
January 2026
Akasa Air announced in January 2026 that it would base aircraft at NIA to operate domestic and international flights.