GUWAHATI, JUN 25 (AGENCIES): Air India Express has announced the launch of direct flights between Guwahati and Dubai, and Guwahati and Abu Dhabi, becoming the first airline to directly connect Northeast India with West Asia.
The Dubai service will begin on August 4, 2026, followed by Abu Dhabi on August 7, marking a major milestone in expanding international travel options and strengthening global connectivity for the region.
Guwahati, one of the airline’s largest stations with around 120 weekly flights, will now host its first international operations, offering direct access to two of the UAE’s leading economic and travel hubs. The new routes are expected to significantly boost tourism, trade, investment, and cultural exchange while bringing Northeast India closer to global markets and opportunities.
With these additions, Air India Express strengthens its presence across Northeast India, where it now operates over 290 weekly flights from Dibrugarh, Dimapur, Guwahati, and Imphal, while also promoting the region’s cultural heritage through its ‘Tales of India’ initiative.
Friday, June 26, 2026