Air India Express to launch of direct flights between Guwahati-Dubai & Guwahati-Abu Dhabi
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The services will commence on August 4 and 7 respectively. The launch of direct services to Dubai and Abu Dhabi marks the airline’s first international operations from the city.
Air India Express announced the launch of direct flights between Guwahati and Dubai, and Guwahati and Abu Dhabi, becoming the first airline to directly connect Northeast India with West Asia. The services will commence on August 4 and 7, 2026, respectively, marking a significant milestone in expanding international travel options and strengthening global connectivity for the region.
Guwahati is one of the largest stations in the the airline's network, with around 120 weekly flights. The launch of direct services to Dubai and Abu Dhabi marks the airline’s first international operations from the city, providing convenient access to two of the UAE’s leading economic and travel hubs. The new routes are expected to support tourism, trade, and cultural exchange, while bringing Northeast India closer to key global markets and opportunities.
With the addition of Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the airline continues to strengthen its presence across Northeast India, where it now operates over 290 weekly flights from four stations in the region: Dibrugarh, Dimapur, Guwahati, and Imphal. Beyond enhancing connectivity and supporting the region’s economic and tourism potential, the airline also celebrates the Northeast’s rich cultural heritage through its ‘Tales of India’ initiative.
