FLY91 starts Navi Mumbai flights to Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Goa and Lakshadweep
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FLY91 began direct flights from Navi Mumbai airport to Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Goa and Agatti on October 6, 2026, as new airport bus routes open.
What Happened
Regional airline FLY91 began flying from Navi Mumbai International Airport on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, with direct flights to four destinations: Sindhudurg on the Konkan coast, Jalgaon in north Maharashtra, Goa, and Agatti in Lakshadweep. The start comes as the new airport prepares for the winter flying schedule, which runs from October 25, 2026, to March 27, 2027, and as it widens road links for passengers. The Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport (NMMT) bus service now runs seven dedicated airport routes, numbered A1 to A7, connecting the terminal with railway stations and neighbourhoods across Navi Mumbai. The airport has also announced electric e-Shivai buses, a free shuttle between airports and new taxi services.
Key Facts
- FLY91 started operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport on October 6, 2026.
- Its first direct routes from the airport link to Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Goa and Agatti.
- For the winter schedule, FLY91 plans more than 350 weekly flights across 14 destinations, up from about 280 weekly flights.
- The winter schedule runs from October 25, 2026, to March 27, 2027.
- NMMT runs seven airport routes, A1 to A7, linking Terminal 1 with Kharkopar, Targhar, Belapur, Nerul, Panvel, Khandeshwar and the Airport Project Office.
- Buses on the Belapur and Nerul routes run every 15 to 20 minutes at peak hours; links to Vashi and Panvel are being extended.
- The airport is also connected to Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1.
Why It Matters
For travellers, the most useful part of this news is the new set of short hops to places that are hard to reach by road. Sindhudurg serves the beaches and forts of the southern Konkan coast, a long road journey from Mumbai. Jalgaon is a useful airport for visitors to the Ajanta caves region. Agatti is the main airstrip for the Lakshadweep islands, which have few flight options. Having these routes from Navi Mumbai gives residents of Navi Mumbai, Thane and Panvel an alternative to crossing the city to the older Mumbai airport.
The launch also shows how the second Mumbai airport is filling up. Smaller regional carriers often struggle to get convenient slots at crowded big-city airports. A new airport with spare capacity gives them room to grow, and FLY91's plan for more than 350 weekly flights this winter suggests it sees demand for flights to smaller towns and holiday spots.
Getting to and from a new airport is often the weakest link for passengers in its early months. The seven NMMT routes, the metro link and the promised e-Shivai buses and inter-airport shuttle are meant to fix that. Frequent buses from Belapur and Nerul, both on the suburban rail network, mean a traveller can reach the terminal by train and bus without a costly taxi ride. Travellers should still check the latest timetables, as frequencies away from peak hours may be lower.
| Route from Navi Mumbai | Destination | What it opens up |
|---|---|---|
| FLY91 | Sindhudurg | Southern Konkan beaches and forts |
| FLY91 | Jalgaon | Access to the Ajanta caves region |
| FLY91 | Goa | Beach holidays and business travel |
| FLY91 | Agatti | Lakshadweep islands |
Impact
Short-term: Travellers from Navi Mumbai and nearby areas get direct flights to four holiday and regional destinations, and more bus options to reach the airport ahead of the winter schedule from October 25.
Long-term: As more airlines and ground links come to Navi Mumbai, the airport could ease crowding at the older Mumbai airport and help smaller destinations in Maharashtra and beyond draw more tourists.
Who is affected: Air travellers in the Mumbai region, especially in Navi Mumbai, Thane and Panvel; tourism businesses in Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Goa and Lakshadweep; and commuters using NMMT buses.
Key Takeaway
FLY91 began direct flights from Navi Mumbai International Airport to Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Goa and Agatti on October 6, 2026, while new bus routes make the airport easier to reach before the winter schedule begins on October 25.
Questions and Answers
Which destinations does FLY91 fly to from Navi Mumbai airport?
Since October 6, 2026, FLY91 has operated direct flights from Navi Mumbai International Airport to Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Goa and Agatti in Lakshadweep.
When does the winter flight schedule start?
The winter schedule runs from October 25, 2026, to March 27, 2027, and FLY91 plans more than 350 weekly flights across 14 destinations in that period.
How can I reach Navi Mumbai airport by public transport?
NMMT runs seven airport bus routes, A1 to A7, from places such as Belapur, Nerul, Panvel, Kharkopar and Targhar, and the airport is also connected to Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1.
Why is the Agatti flight important for travellers?
Agatti is the main airstrip for the Lakshadweep islands, so a direct flight from Navi Mumbai offers Mumbai-region travellers another way to reach the islands.
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