National, 22 August 2025: Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, announced the addition of Kozhikode (Calicut) as the 30th overall and 24th domestic destination to its network. Starting 1st October 2025, Akasa Air will operate daily direct flights between Mumbai and Kozhikode, creating a vital new corridor between India’s financial capital and the Malabar coast. The new route builds on the airline’s existing services to Kochi strengthening its footprint in Kerala. Bookings for flights are now open on Akasa Air’s website www.akasaair.com, Android and iOS app and through multiple leading OTAs.
Kozhikode, the city of sculptures, has long been known for its cultural heritage, scenic attractions, and thriving trade. The expansion will cater to the strong travel demand that flows between coastal Southern India and the nation’s principal metropolitan centres further stimulating tourism and commerce.
Commenting on the announcement, Praveen Iyer, Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer, Akasa Air, said, “We are delighted to add Kozhikode as the 30th destination on our network, marking a milestone in Akasa Air’s growth story, and expanding our connectivity in Kerala. The city’s unique cultural character and thriving economy, combined with Kerala’s renewed emphasis on tourism and infrastructure, make it an instrumental addition to our network. Our daily Mumbai–Kozhikode service will not only enhance connectivity between India’s commercial capital and the Malabar coast but also act as a catalyst for trade, tourism, and economic opportunities. We look forward to offering travellers the warm and dependable Akasa experience that has become our hallmark.”
Akasa Air has successfully expanded its network to 30 destinations in nearly three years of commencing operations. This journey reflects the airline’s steadfast commitment to weaving together the country’s diverse geographies with dependable and affordable air connectivity and reinforces its position as the fastest-growing airline in the history of civil aviation.
