Navi Mumbai airport adds e-Shivai buses and shuttle links as FLY91 starts flights

Navi Mumbai: Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) witnessed the start of FLY91’s operations on Tuesday, with the airline launching direct flights to Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Goa and Agatti. The airline plans to operate more than 350 weekly flights across 14 destinations during its winter schedule.FLY91’s first flight from Hyderabad received a water cannon salute upon arrival at the airport. A video showing the aircraft landing and receiving the ceremonial water salute has surfaced online.#WATCH | Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra: FLY91 begins operations from Navi Mumbai International Airport, launching direct flights to Sindhudurg, Jalgaon, Goa and Agatti. The airline’s first flight from Hyderabad received a water cannon salute at the airport. FLY91 plans over 350 weekly… pic.twitter.com/IRPKWT13qb— ANI (@ANI) October 5, 2026 NMIA Expands Public Transport Network Meanwhile, NMIA has announced an expansion of its public transport and ground mobility network ahead of the winter schedule, which will run from October 25, 2026, to March 27, 2027. The airport will offer multiple transport options, including buses, taxis, autorickshaws, car rentals and airport shuttles, catering to passengers travelling across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune and the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region.Also Watch: E-Shivai Services From October 7 The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will begin e-Shivai electric bus services from NMIA on October 7. In the first phase, the services will connect the airport with Dadar, Borivali and Pune, operating from early morning to late night.The Dadar-NMIA route will run via Sion and Atal Setu, while the Borivali-NMIA service will connect CSMIA Terminal 1, Bandra and Atal Setu. The Pune-NMIA route will have two daily services, one in the morning and another in the afternoon. Services connecting Thane and Nashik are planned by mid-November.The fares have been fixed at Rs 450 for Pune, Rs 210 for Borivali and Rs 170 for Dadar East. Children below 12 years and women travelling with a National Common Mobility Card will be eligible for half-fare.Maharashtra Govt Launches Bharat Taxi At Navi Mumbai International Airport As Cooperative Alternative To Ride-Hailing Aggregators Bharat Taxi From October 10 Bharat Taxi will begin operations from October 10 with a dedicated fleet of up to 40 vehicles. Prepaid taxi and autorickshaw services are also being introduced at the airport.Chalo Bus will operate 21 daily services connecting NMIA with Marol in Andheri East, Bandra, Dadar and the World Trade Centre in Colaba. Services will operate at regular intervals during peak and non-peak hours, with additional capacity planned during peak periods.Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport (NMMT) will operate seven dedicated airport routes, A1 to A7, connecting Terminal 1 with Kharkopar, Targhar, Belapur, Nerul, Panvel, Khandeshwar and the Airport Project Office. Belapur and Nerul services will operate every 15–20 minutes during peak hours, while further links to Vashi and Panvel are planned.Navi Mumbai International Airport Expands Connectivity With Buses, Taxis, Autos & Airport Shuttles Enhanced Ground Transport Capacity Overall ground transport capacity, including app-based taxis, car rentals, autorickshaws and buses, is being scaled up to 4,689 vehicles. This includes 3,787 app-based taxis, 184 car rentals, 171 autorickshaws and 547 buses.Uber Go and Uber Premier will provide short- and medium-distance ride options, while Uber Auto will offer an additional on-demand option for shorter journeys. Passengers will also have access to prepaid taxis, prepaid autorickshaws and car rentals.A complimentary inter-airport shuttle will also operate hourly between NMIA and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA). Operated by Cityflo, Aarya and Chalo, the service will provide direct connectivity between Mumbai’s two airports. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has announced to expand its public transport and ground mobility network. The airport will offer a range of multimodal transport options, including buses, taxis, autorickshaws, car rentals and airport shuttles, with economical choices across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune and the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).E-Shivai Services From October 7The enhanced multimodal operations have been announced ahead of the winter schedule, which runs from October 25, 2026, to March 27. The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) will commence e-Shivai electric bus services on October 7. MSRTC's first-phase e-Shivai services will connect NMIA with Dadar, Borivali and Pune, with services operating from early morning to late night. The Dadar-NMIA route will run via Sion and Atal Setu, while the Borivali-NMIA route will connect CSMIA Terminal 1, Bandra and Atal Setu. The Pune-NMIA route will have two daily services, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Services connecting Thane and Nashik are planned by mid-November.Fares from NMIA will be Rs450 to Pune, Rs210 to Borivali and Rs170 to Dadar East. Children below 12 years of age and women travelling with a National Common Mobility Card will be eligible for half-fare. Bharat Taxi From October 10Bharat Taxi will start operations with a dedicated fleet of up to 40 vehicles from October 10. Meanwhile prepaid taxi and autorickshaw services are also being introduced.Chalo Bus will operate 21 daily services connecting NMIA with Marol in Andheri East, Bandra, Dadar and the World Trade Centre in Colaba. Services will run at regular intervals during peak and non-peak periods, with additional capacity being added for peak-hour passenger and employee mobility.Mumbai Bank To Launch Special Scheme For Fishermen, Workers; Pravin Darekar Sets ₹25,000-Crore Business TargetNavi Mumbai Municipal Transport (NMMT) woll operate seven dedicated airport routes, A1 to A7, connecting Terminal 1 with Kharkopar, Targhar, Belapur, Nerul, Panvel, Khandeshwar and the Airport Project Office. Belapur and Nerul services will operate every 15-20 minutes during peak hours, with further links to Vashi and Panvel planned.Ground transport capacity across app-based taxis, car rentals, autos and buses is being scaled up to 4,689, comprising 3,787 app-based taxis, 184 car rentals, 171 autos and 547 buses. Uber Go and Uber Premier will offer convenient ride options across short and medium- distance journeys, with pickup zones to facilitate passenger boarding. Uber Auto will provide an additional on-demand option for short-distance travel. Other options include prepaid taxis, prepaid autorickshaws and car rentals. Bharat Taxi will commence operations with a dedicated fleet of up to 40 vehicles from October 10, 2026.A complimentary inter-airport shuttle will operate hourly between NMIA and CSMIA. Operated by Cityflo, Aarya and Chalo, the service will provide a direct transfer option between Mumbai's two airports.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

Navi Mumbai International Airport will enhance ground transport solutions with cheaper electric buses and shuttles. Starting October 7, MSRTC will launch e-Shivai bus services to various destinations like Dadar and Borivali. Additionally, a free shuttle service will connect NMIA with Mumbai's main airport every hour, benefiting travelers. Private bus services and several taxi options will also operate at NMIA for passenger convenience.