Navi Mumbai Airport Plans December 2025 First Flight Launch

The Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), developed by the Adani Group, is scheduled to commence its first commercial flights in December 2025, addressing the severe congestion at Mumbai's existing airport. The new airport, spanning 1,160 hectares and featuring a first terminal capable of handling 20 million passengers annually, is expected to significantly boost the region's aviation capacity, with plans to expand to four terminals handling up to 90 million passengers by 2035. Key airlines like IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air have announced intentions to operate from NMIA, which will initially manage 12 aircraft movements per hour and gradually increase to 30. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the airport in October 2025, with the first landing followed by a public address. NMIA will also feature sustainable technologies and multimodal connectivity including road, metro, rail, and water transport, enhancing accessibility. The airport's development reflects extensive planning and investment, with a projected total cost of approximately Rs 1 lakh crore upon completion.