India, Aug. 5 -- Air India Express announced a significant expansion of its domestic network with the addition of six new destinations: Aurangabad, Coimbatore, Jamnagar, Jodhpur, Madurai, and Tirupati.
Network Growth
- Adds six new destinations: Aurangabad, Coimbatore, Jamnagar, Jodhpur, Madurai, and Tirupati.
- Expands total network to 64 destinations (48 domestic + 16 international).
- Operations begin 1 September 2026, with bookings already open.
New Routes & Frequencies
- Aurangabad - Delhi: 2x daily.
- Coimbatore - Mumbai: 2x daily.
- Jamnagar - Mumbai: 2x daily.
- Jodhpur - Delhi & Mumbai: Daily.
- Madurai - Chennai: Daily.
- Tirupati - Hyderabad: Daily.
Additional Delhi Frequencies (from 1 Sept 2026)
- Delhi - Bhubaneswar: 4x daily.
- Delhi - Patna: 4x daily.
- Delhi - Kochi: 2x daily.
- Delhi - Varanasi: 2x daily.
Strategic Importance
- Strengthens presence across West, South, and North India.
- Connects metros with emerging business, cultural, and tourism hubs:
- Aurangabad (Ajanta & Ellora UNESCO sites).
- Jamnagar (industrial & energy hub).
- Coimbatore (manufacturing & textiles).
- Madurai (heritage city).
- Tirupati (pilgrimage destination).
- Jodhpur (tourism & culture in Rajasthan).
Broader Expansion Context
- Recent milestones:
- Launched operations from Bhopal.
- First international services from Navi Mumbai (to Abu Dhabi).
- First-ever direct connectivity between......
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