India, May 1 -- The Noida International Airport (NIA) will commence commercial flight operations from June 15, the airport announced on Friday, with IndiGo set to kick-start the inaugural service.

"IndiGo will operate the first flight from Noida International Airport, marking the start of scheduled passenger services, followed shortly by Akasa Air and Air India Express," the NIA said in a statement.

The airport, however, did not disclose the initial destinations that will be served.

"Further details on schedules, destinations, and passenger services will be shared in due course," the statement said.

The launch of services comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the airport on March 28. The airport also received approval t...