Akasa Air launches operations from Noida International Airport
Akasa Air commenced operations from Noida International Airport, (NIA) marking a defining milestone in its network expansion strategy and strengthening its presence in the National Capital Region (NCR). The airline’s inaugural flight on June 16, 2026, departed Navi Mumbai International Airport at 0725 hrs and arrived at Noida International Airport at 0935 hrs. The inaugural flight...
Akasa Air launches Akasa SkyCadet pilot training programme
Akasa Air announced the launch of Akasa SkyCadet – a pilot training programme designed to develop future-ready commercial pilots through comprehensive aviation training aligned with DGCA regulations and the airline’s global operational standards. The programme has been developed in collaboration with approved Flight Training Organisations namely: Skynex Aero and Dunes Aviation Academy...
BOC Aviation signs 2nd lease agreement with Akasa Air for 3 Boeing 737-8200
BOC Aviation Limited (“BOC Aviation” or the “Company”) announced that it has agreed to purchase and leaseback a further three Boeing 737-8200 aircraft to existing customer Akasa Air (“Akasa”) on long-term operating leases. All aircraft will be powered by CFM LEAP1B engines, and all are scheduled for delivery by end-2026. “Following our successful transaction last November...
Akasa Air set to connect NIA with two Indian cities from June 16
Akasa Air is set to commence operations from Noida International Airport (NIA), connecting it directly with two key Indian cities, marking a pivotal moment in its expansion journey. Effective June 16, 2026, the airline will commence daily direct flights connecting Noida International Airport with Bengaluru and Navi Mumbai, strengthening access to the National Capital Region (NCR)...
Akasa Air launches direct flights to Delhi & Gwalior
Akasa Air announced the launch of direct flights connecting Gwalior with Delhi. The first flight, inaugurated virtually by Union Minister of Communications and Minister of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Jyotiraditya M. Scindia and Priya Mehra, Chief of Governance & Strategic Acquisitions, Akasa Air departed from Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Airport and arrived at Indira Gandhi...
Akasa Air forays into Vietnam; adds Hanoi as the 7th international destination
Starting September 4, 2026, the airline will operate four weekly direct flights connecting Mumbai and Hanoi. The introduction of direct connectivity will support the travel momentum and expanding economic and cultural exchange between the two countries.
Akasa Air serves 25 million passengers in 3.5 years
Akasa Air has crossed a significant milestone of serving over 25 million passengers in over 42 months (3.5 years) of commencing operations, becoming the fastest Indian airline to achieve this feat. This achievement underscores the airline’s strong growth trajectory and its emergence as a trusted and dependable carrier in India’s evolving aviation landscape...
Akasa Air commences flights to and from Riyadh & Mumbai
Akasa Air has resumed the operations of flights to and from Riyadh and Mumbai from March 18, 2026. The airline will continue to operate flights to and from Jeddah and Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kochi and Kozhikode. The operation of these flights is based on the prevailing situation and our ongoing safety assessment and may be subject to change...
Akasa Air introduces fuel surcharge on domestic, international routes
There has been a significant increase in the price of aviation turbine fuel, driven by evolving geopolitical developments in the Middle East. As fuel represents a significant portion of airline operating costs, this impacts the cost of operations across the aviation industry...
Noida International Airport, Akasa Air join hands to develop MRO facility
Noida International Airport (NIA) and Akasa Air have announced a strategic partnership to establish Akasa Air’s first Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility at the upcoming Noida International Airport. Under the agreement, Akasa Air will operate a state-of-the-art MRO facility within the airport premises, offering advanced MRO services at Noida International Airport, supporting...
