BENGALURU- Mumbai-based Akasa Air (QP) is an Indian LCC that is operated by SNV Aviation Private Limited and has expanded rapidly on domestic routes. Akasa Air has swiftly carved a niche in the Indian skies.
In just under three years since its inception, the airline has grown rapidly and confidently, operating a modern fleet and serving an expanding network of domestic and international destinations. As of April 2025, Akasa Air flies to a total of 28 destinations — 23 domestic and 5 international.
Photo: Utkarsh Thakkar (Vimanspotter) Top 10 Domestic routes
This article dives into Akasa Air’s top 10 domestic routes, ranked by weekly one-way seat capacity, and offers a glimpse into how the airline is reshaping connectivity across India’s key cities.
1. Mumbai – Bengaluru
On top comes a Metro–Metro route. The Mumbai–Bengaluru sector is one of Akasa’s most significant and high-density routes. Akasa flies four times daily, with an additional three flights scheduled weekly. The airline operates a total of 31 weekly flights.
All flights on this sector are operated using the 737 MAX 8 aircraft. The airline offers a substantial weekly seat capacity of 5,859 seats in each direction. The connectivity between these two economic powerhouses is crucial for both business and leisure travel, and Akasa’s frequency ensures flexibility for all types of flyers.
2. Bengaluru – Pune
Another key domestic route for Akasa is between Bengaluru and Pune, connecting two major urban centers in the Deccan region. The airline operates four flights daily on this route, with a fifth additional flight every Saturday. This results in 29 weekly flights between the two cities.
All of the flights are operated using 737 MAX 8 aircraft. With a weekly seat capacity of 5,481, this route underscores the importance of intra-southern connectivity and serves a high volume of tech professionals, business travelers, and students.
3. Delhi – Goa (Mopa)
A particularly popular leisure-oriented route is between Delhi and Goa (Mopa International Airport). Akasa Air flies this sector four times daily, except on Wednesdays, when it operates three flights.
That results in 27 flights a week in total. All of the flights are operated with 737 MAX 8 aircraft. With 5,103 weekly seats, this route caters to tourists heading to Goa’s beaches from the national capital. Mopa’s growing traffic has made it a favored airport to fly to. Akasa has effectively tapped into this demand.
Photo: Anurag Bengani | Vecc_Spotting4. Kolkata – Mumbai
The Kolkata–Mumbai sector remains an essential part of Akasa’s domestic network. The airline operates three flights daily and adds three more flights weekly, making for a total of 24 weekly flights. All of these are operated using the 737 MAX 8 aircraft, contributing to a weekly one-way seat capacity of 4,536 seats.
This route bridges the financial capital of India with the cultural heart of the east and is popular among both business and leisure travelers. The airline plans to expand its operations in this sector in the coming days.
5. Mumbai – Delhi
The Mumbai – Delhi route is the busiest domestic air corridor in India. Akasa Air serves this sector three times a day. The airline operates 737 MAX 8 aircraft on all three daily flights. In total, Akasa flies 21 times weekly and has a capacity of 3,969 weekly one-way seats.
Given the heavy competition on this route, Akasa’s competitive pricing and reliable service play a critical role in attracting frequent flyers. Yet, Akasa remains far from competing with other airlines in this sector. IndiGo and Air India fly more than 15 times a day in this popular air corridor.
6. Bengaluru – Siliguri
Akasa Air is also focusing on building robust east-south connectivity, and the Bengaluru–Siliguri route is a great example. This will soon increase to 17 weekly flights, as the airline plans to introduce additional flights. The airline will operate two daily flights, along with three additional weekly flights. Flights are operated with a mix of two 737 variants.
One flight daily is operated using the high-density 737 MAX 200, and the rest with the B737 MAX 8. This combination results in a weekly seat offering of 3,269. The route plays a crucial role in connecting southern India with the northeastern region, especially for travelers heading to Darjeeling and other scenic locations in North Bengal.
Photo: avgeekwithlens/ Harsh Tekriwal7. Bengaluru – Guwahati
The Bengaluru–Guwahati route, linking the tech capital of India to the gateway of the Northeast, is another rapidly growing connection. Akasa operates this route with 16 weekly flights. Akasa operates two flights daily and as well as two additional weekly flights in this sector.
A mix of aircraft is used here, with nine flights utilizing the 737 MAX-8 and seven flights operated by the higher-capacity 737 MAX-200. The result is a weekly seat capacity of 3,071, supporting growing demand from both leisure and business travelers.
8. Bengaluru – Ahmedabad
The Bengaluru-Ahmedabad air route is steadily growing in importance. Akasa Air operates two daily flights and two extra weekly flights. With this, Akasa offers a total of 16 weekly flights on this sector. The airline deploys the 737 MAX 8 exclusively for this route, providing a weekly capacity of 3,024 one-way seats.
This Akasa Air route caters significantly to the trade and business community, connecting southern India with Gujarat’s industrial capital.
9. Mumbai – Ahmedabad
Photo: avgeekwithlens/ Harsh TekriwalAnother Gujarat-centric route is the Mumbai–Ahmedabad service. Akasa Air flies this route twice a day and also an extra flight every Sunday, totaling 15 weekly flights. Operated entirely using the 737 MAX 8, this route offers a weekly seat capacity of 2,835.
The sector has strong demand from business travelers and families visiting from both ends. The flights also cater to the connecting passengers via Mumbai from the airline’s international network.
10. Bengaluru – Varanasi
Lastly, at no. 10 comes another route from Bengaluru. Akasa’s Bengaluru – Varanasi sector completes this list. The airline operates two daily flights here — one with a 737 MAX 8 and another with the 737 MAX 200. This blend brings the total weekly seat capacity to 2,702.
Akasa’s Bengaluru–Varanasi route highlights its expansion into religious and spiritual tourism destinations. As Varanasi draws pilgrims, tourists, and cultural explorers from across India, this route has immense potential.
Akasa Air 25th Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 Aircraft | Photo: Akasa AirAkasa Air Fleet
Akasa Air began its operations in August 2022 and currently operates a fleet of 27 aircraft. The airline uses an all-Boeing fleet, consisting of 23 Boeing 737 MAX 8s and 4 Boeing 737 MAX 200s.
All of the aircraft are configured in an all-economy layout. These aircraft accommodate:
- 185 to 189 passengers in the 737 MAX-8
- 197 passengers in the 737 MAX-200
While Akasa keeps fares low by not offering complimentary meals or in-flight entertainment, passengers can enjoy Café Akasa, a buy-on-board service offering a variety of food and beverage options. The airline also provides a “Flexi Premium” service, which includes seat selection, priority check-in, meals, and flexible date change options — a popular upgrade for value-focused travelers.
What’s even more ambitious is Akasa’s order book of 199 aircraft, highlighting its aggressive growth plans for the coming years.
Photo: avgeekwithlens/ Harsh TekriwalStrategic Hubs of Akasa
Akasa Air operates out of two key hubs: Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) and Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR)
From Mumbai, the airline operates 18 routes — 13 domestic and 5 international. From Bengaluru, it serves 14 destinations, with 13 domestic and 1 international route.
These hubs serve as strategic points for Akasa’s pan-India network. The airline currently operates approximately 25 daily domestic departures from Bengaluru and 26 from Mumbai, helping it to maintain high connectivity between metro cities and underserved routes alike.
Bottomline
In just over two and a half years, Akasa Air has shown that there’s room for a modern, customer-friendly, and tech-oriented low-cost carrier in the Indian aviation space. With a young fleet, smart pricing, and thoughtful services like Flexi Premium and Café Akasa, the airline is in a perfect balance between cost efficiency and passenger comfort.
The airline’s strong presence on metro routes like Mumbai-Bengaluru, Delhi-Goa, and Bengaluru-Pune, along with an increasing focus on underserved markets like Siliguri and Guwahati, reveals a well-rounded and strategic approach to growth.
And with an order backlog of 199 aircraft, the skies are just opening up for this new-age carrier. The future of Indian aviation looks more vibrant with Akasa Air in the picture. From what it appears, things are just getting started for the airline.
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