Noida International Airport to Start Commercial Operations from June 15
New Delhi, May 2, 2026: Noida International Airport (Jewar Airport) is set to begin commercial flight operations from June 15, 2026, marking a major milestone in India’s aviation and infrastructure sector.
First Flight and Airlines
• IndiGo will operate the first commercial flight
• Akasa Air and Air India Express are expected to start operations soon after
Regulatory Clearance in Place
Operations will commence following approval of the Aerodrome Security Programme (ASP) by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), ensuring readiness for commercial services.
Initial Capacity and Infrastructure
• Airport currently has one runway and terminal
• Initial capacity: 1.2 crore passengers annually
Massive Expansion Planned
Under its long-term master plan:
• Capacity will expand to over 7 crore passengers per year
• The airport is expected to become a major aviation hub in North India
Developer and Vision
The airport is being developed by Yamuna International Airport Pvt Ltd (YIAPL) and is part of a larger plan to:
• Decongest Delhi’s IGI Airport
• Boost regional connectivity
• Drive economic growth in the NCR region
What It Means
The launch will:
• Strengthen India’s aviation infrastructure
• Improve connectivity for Uttar Pradesh and NCR
• Support real estate and industrial growth around Jewar