New Delhi: Commercial operations at Noida International Airport are set to begin on June 15, 2026, marking a significant step in the expansion of aviation infrastructure in northern India.
The upcoming launch is expected to strengthen connectivity across the National Capital Region, while also creating new opportunities for airlines, passengers, and cargo movement. IndiGo will operate the inaugural flight, with services by Akasa Air and Air India Express scheduled to follow soon after, the Airport said in a post on X.
The airport was formally inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28, after the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security cleared its aerodrome security programme, paving the way for operational readiness.
In a recent leadership change, Nitu Samra has been appointed interim chief executive officer of Yamuna International Airport Private Limited (YIAPL) from April 24. The move follows regulatory requirements mandating that the head of an airport operator in India must be an Indian national. Samra, who has been serving as chief financial officer since October 2021, will oversee operations until a permanent appointment is finalised.
Meanwhile, Christoph Schnellmann, who had led the company as CEO since August 2020, has moved into the role of executive vice chairman on the board. In this capacity, he will continue to guide the project through its transition into full-scale operations.
YIAPL, a wholly owned subsidiary of Zurich Airport International AG, secured the concession for the greenfield airport project in 2019 and has since been responsible for its development, construction, and upcoming operations.
