Sky High Demand! Airlines Light Up Routes to Patna for Diwali & Chhath Rush

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o meet the festive travel surge for Diwali and Chhath Puja, Air India and Air India Express have announced 166 additional flights to and from Patna. Scheduled in two phases from October 15 to November 3, these flights aim to ease congestion and improve connectivity across key metro routes.

Festive Takeoff: Patna Gets 166 Extra Flights as Diwali and Chhath Demand Soars

In anticipation of heavy passenger traffic during Diwali and Chhath Puja, the Air India Group has rolled out a major capacity boost for Patna, one of India’s busiest festive travel hubs. The group, comprising Air India and Air India Express, will operate 166 additional weekly flights to and from Patna between October 15 and November 3, 2025.

Key Highlights of the Festive Flight Expansion:

Two-Phase Rollout

Phase 1: Air India will operate 114 extra flights from October 15 to November 2.

Phase 2: Air India Express will run 52 additional flights between October 22 and November 3.

High-Demand Routes Covered

Air India’s added flights are evenly distributed across Delhi–Patna, Mumbai–Patna, and Bengaluru–Patna, with 38 flights each.

Air India Express will focus on Delhi–Patna and Bengaluru–Patna, adding 26 flights per route.

Supplementary Services

These flights are in addition to existing schedules, not replacements, ensuring maximum availability for travelers.

Currently, Air India operates 42 weekly flights on Delhi/Mumbai–Patna routes, while Air India Express runs 14 weekly flights on Delhi/Bengaluru–Patna.

Purpose and Timing

The move is aimed at managing festive rush, especially as Chhath Puja coincides with Bihar’s state assembly elections, further intensifying travel demand.

The added flights are expected to ease congestion, reduce wait times, and offer more flexibility for passengers.

Strategic Importance of Patna

Patna sees a massive influx of travelers during Diwali and Chhath, with many returning home for family celebrations.

The city’s connectivity is crucial for both domestic tourism and regional mobility.

This festive expansion by the Air India Group reflects a proactive approach to passenger convenience and regional demand, ensuring smoother travel experiences during one of India’s busiest seasons.

Sources: MSN News, Times of India, Air India Press Release

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