Here are 10 key points about the Noida International Airport’s upcoming operations:
- New Launch Date: The airport’s inauguration, initially planned for September 2024, has been postponed to April 17, 2025, due to delays in construction material deliveries.
- Operational Scale: Noida International Airport, also called Jewar Airport, will initially operate with 30 flights, connecting both domestic and international destinations.
- Significant Size: Promoted as Asia’s largest airport, it will span 7,200 acres upon completion, with plans for up to six runways.
- Connecting Key Cities: Located in Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, it aims to link major nearby cities such as Agra and Mathura with the global aviation network.
- Airline Negotiations: IndiGo and Akasa Air are in talks with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to establish domestic and international routes from the airport.
- Cargo Operations: The airport plans to operate one cargo flight daily, aiming to bolster trade and logistics connectivity in the region.
- Initial Flight Routes: Scheduled international destinations include Zurich, Singapore, and Dubai, while domestic routes will connect to cities like Lucknow, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
- Projected Daily Flights: Once fully operational, it will handle 65 daily flights, with a mix of 62 domestic, two international, and one cargo route.
- Capacity Goals: The completed airport is projected to accommodate 12 million passengers annually, support 1,00,000 flights, and manage 2,50,000 tonnes of cargo.
- Foundation and Expansion: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation in November 2021, with long-term plans involving a multi-phase expansion over a dedicated 13,000-acre area.
The Noida International Airport’s inauguration, originally scheduled for September 2024, has been delayed to 2025 due to setbacks in construction material deliveries. Operations are now expected to begin on April 17, 2025, according to recent announcements.
This highly anticipated project, touted as Asia’s largest airport, is set to start serving passengers next year. Noida International Airport Limited (NIAL) has confirmed that the airport will open on April 17, 2025, with an initial schedule of 30 flights to various destinations.
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Located in Uttar Pradesh’s Gautam Buddha Nagar, the airport is in the final stages of preparation. It aims to enhance connectivity by linking major cities, such as Agra and Mathura, to international air travel routes. Currently, both IndiGo and Akasa Air are in discussions with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) about routes for domestic and international flights, as reported by the Financial Express.
The delay from the initial September 2024 opening was attributed to multiple factors, including delays in the delivery of construction materials and equipment. Yamuna International Airport Private Limited (YIAPL) explained to Business Standard that supply chain constraints stemming from COVID-19 restrictions and global geopolitical tensions contributed to the revised timeline.
Operational Plans for Noida International Airport
Also known as Jewar Airport, Noida International Airport will become the second major airport in the Delhi-NCR area. Upon full-scale operation, it is projected to handle 65 flights daily, with 62 domestic flights, two international routes, and one cargo flight. The initial set of 30 flights will include both domestic and international destinations, including planned international routes to Zurich, Singapore, and Dubai. Domestic routes are expected to serve Lucknow, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Dehradun, Hubli, and more, with a final schedule to be announced soon, according to NIAL CEO Arun Vir Singh, as reported by Hindustan Times.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the airport in November 2021, with a vision of a two-runway facility that will eventually expand to cover 7,200 acres with six runways. Additionally, the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has earmarked 13,000 acres for the project. When fully completed, the airport is expected to accommodate up to 12 million passengers annually, with 1,00,000 flights and a cargo capacity of 2,50,000 tonnes each year.
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