Air India Express launches direct flights to Jaipur, Kochi, Lucknow, and Patna
Air India Express now operates more than 100 weekly flights from Bhubaneswar, connecting the city directly to 11 domestic destinations.
In a significant step towards fostering Odisha’s growth story, Air India Express has announced the launch of four new routes from Bhubaneswar. These services will connect the city to Jaipur, the Pink City and capital of Rajasthan; Lucknow, the capital and cultural hub of Uttar Pradesh; Kochi, Kerala’s thriving industrial hub; and Patna, the capital of Bihar. This expansion reinforces Bhubaneswar’s connectivity to key regional and cultural centres across India.
The services to Jaipur and Kochi will commence on 3rd January 2025, followed by the launch of flights to Lucknow on 4th January 2025 and Patna on 15th January 2025.
| Flight Schedule from 3 January 2025 (All timings are local) | ||||
| Departure Airport | Arrival Airport | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Frequency |
| Bhubaneswar | Jaipur | 07:55 | 10:15 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday |
| Jaipur | Bhubaneswar | 10:45 | 13:05 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday |
| Bhubaneswar | Kochi | 15:10 | 17:40 | Daily |
| Kochi | Bhubaneswar | 18:10 | 20:50 | Daily |
| Flight Schedule from 4 January 2025 (All timings are local) | ||||
| Bhubaneswar | Lucknow | 07:55 | 09:40 | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday |
| Lucknow | Bhubaneswar | 11:15 | 13:05 | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday |
| Flight Schedule from 15 January 2025 (All timings are local) | ||||
| Bhubaneswar | Patna | 14:55 | 16:20 | Daily |
| Patna | Bhubaneswar | 17:00 | 18:30 | Daily |
Air India Express now operates 104 weekly flights from Bhubaneswar, connecting the city directly to major destinations including Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Patna, and Pune. The airline also offers convenient one-stop connectivity to several domestic and international destinations, serving the needs of business travellers, tourists, and the local community.
Additionally, Air India Express takes pride in showcasing Odisha’s cultural heritage with its Ikat livery, beautifully displayed on one of its newest aircraft. More than a weaving tradition, Ikat symbolises Odisha’s timeless artistry and vibrant cultural identity, serving as an inspiration to travellers and a tribute to the state’s rich legacy
The expansion of flight operations from Bhubaneswar will not only foster regional integration but also support key stakeholders, including personnel at the Chilka Naval base, students at universities in the state, and professionals in Odisha’s diverse industries. The airline offers special discounted fares and benefits on its website for members of the armed forces and their dependents, students, senior citizens, doctors, and nurses, ensuring a wide range of benefits for diverse passenger groups.