Air India Express, a Tata-owned low-cost airline, is set to introduce new non-stop flights to Hindon Airport in Ghaziabad starting March 2025. The airline will connect Hindon with three major Indian cities—Kolkata, Goa-Dabolim, and Bengaluru—enhancing connectivity and offering travelers a convenient alternative to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
With this expansion, Air India Express becomes the first airline to operate from both airports in the Delhi region. The new routes will particularly benefit passengers from Central and East Delhi, Noida, Indirapuram, Vaishali, and nearby areas, along with travelers from Western Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Air India Express Hindon Flight Schedule
Hindon to Kolkata and Goa Flights (Starting 1st March 2025)
Air India Express will operate six weekly flights on the Kolkata–Hindon–Goa route using its Boeing B737 aircraft. The flight schedule is as follows:
- IX 1510 (Kolkata → Hindon)
- Departure: 07:10 AM IST
- Arrival: 09:30 AM IST
- Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes
- IX 1511 (Hindon → Goa)
- Departure: 10:30 AM IST
- Arrival: 01:15 PM IST
- Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
- IX 1512 (Goa → Hindon)
- Departure: 02:00 PM IST
- Arrival: 04:40 PM IST
- Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes
- IX 1512 (Hindon → Kolkata)
- Departure: 05:20 PM IST
- Arrival: 07:40 PM IST
- Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes
Hindon to Bengaluru Flights (Starting 2nd March 2025)
The airline will operate six weekly flights on this route, with no flights on Saturdays. The schedule is as follows:
- IX 1454 (Bengaluru → Hindon)
- Departure: 12:40 PM IST
- Arrival: 03:15 PM IST
- Duration: 2 hours 35 minutes
- IX 1459 (Hindon → Bengaluru)
- Departure: 03:45 PM IST
- Arrival: 06:35 PM IST
- Duration: 2 hours 50 minutes
Hindon Airport: A Convenient Alternative
Hindon Airport is emerging as a viable alternative to Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI). The new Air India Express routes will provide faster and more accessible travel for passengers from areas such as:
- Delhi NCR: Noida, Indirapuram, Vaishali, and Central & East Delhi
- Western Uttar Pradesh: Meerut, Saharanpur
- Uttarakhand: Dehradun, Haridwar
By operating from Hindon, the airline aims to reduce travel time and offer budget-friendly fares while catering to growing domestic travel demands.
Affordable Fares for the New Routes
Air India Express has introduced competitive introductory fares for these new flights:
- Hindon–Kolkata: ₹4,400
- Hindon–Goa: ₹4,900
- Hindon–Bengaluru: ₹6,000
Past Delays and Resumption of Service
In June 2024, Air India Express had initially announced flights to Hindon. However, for unknown reasons, bookings were later halted. The airline is now set to officially launch operations in March 2025, offering travelers more choices and enhanced connectivity.
Air India Express’s new flights from Hindon Airport mark a major milestone in domestic air travel. With convenient schedules, competitive fares, and better accessibility, the airline is set to offer seamless connectivity for passengers in Delhi NCR, Western Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
The move strengthens Hindon’s role as a cost-effective alternative to IGI Airport, catering to the increasing demand for affordable travel.
