Navi Mumbai International Airport Begins Global Operations With First Flight From Abu Dhabi

The Adani-operated Navi Mumbai International Airport has launched international operations with its inaugural flight from Abu Dhabi, opening up fresh airport-retail surface for Indian F&B, duty-free and travel-retail operators targeting a new high-footfall terminal.

— Filed Thu, 16 Jul, 2026, 13:53 IST · Source Business Today · Latest · Updated

Navi Mumbai International Airport received its first international flight from Abu Dhabi, marking the start of international operations. The airport is an Adani-operated asset with airport-retail surface potential relevant to Indian retail operators.

Why this matters

The launch follows earlier signals flagging Navi Mumbai airport's July 15 international debut with the Air India Express Abu Dhabi flight, marking a new high-footfall terminal for travel-retail operators.

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