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Modi Inaugurates Phase 1 of Navi Mumbai’s New International Airport With December Launch Target

Built under an Adani–CIDCO partnership for about Rs 19,650 crore, the greenfield hub starts with 20 million passengers a year capacity with a path to 90 million.

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The terminal, designed by London-based Zaha Hadid Architects, draws inspiration from the lotus flower and features artwork that celebrates Maharashtra’s culture and heritage.

Overview

  • Domestic services are expected to begin in late December, with first flights targeted around Christmas following security handovers and operational trials.
  • IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air have announced plans to operate from the new hub, with airlines outlining phased expansions through 2026.
  • Phase 1 opens with one runway and a single terminal, while the plan envisions up to four runways, multiple terminals and a dedicated cargo complex for perishables.
  • The terminal by Zaha Hadid Architects features a lotus-inspired design and is promoted as fully digital with e‑gates, paperless boarding, real‑time baggage tracking, SAF storage and roughly 47 MW of solar power, plus a water taxi link.
  • Connectivity is planned through the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, metro and suburban rail, with officials touting large job creation, though estimates vary from tens of thousands to about two lakh.