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Will Gondia–Mumbai Flight Service Take Off from Birsi Airport?
17 November 2025 · By Office of Gondiakar
The new Mumbai International Airport is scheduled to open on 25 December 2025. After the opening, 31 new flights will start to various major cities. Gondia is not in the first list, but officials believe the expansion increases the possibility of a Gondia–Mumbai service from Birsi Airport.
Why this route matters
- Gondia connects Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
- Huge demand for Mumbai travel.
- Flight will reduce long travel time drastically.
Birsi Airport – current status
- Runway upgraded and flight-ready.
- Night-landing trials successful.
- Low-noise, ideal airport environment.
- Certain technical systems pending commercial clearance.
Update: Night-landing issues resolved. Airport is now ready for night take-offs and landings.
Who will benefit
- Business travellers
- Students
- Medical patients
- Daily commuters
Economic impact
A direct flight between Gondia and Mumbai will improve investment, logistics, medical travel, and regional connectivity.
Conclusion
No official airline announcement yet, but the opening of Mumbai’s new airport has increased the chances of a Gondia–Mumbai flight becoming a reality.