Archive · 28 Oct 2025
Indian Aviation Gears Up for Winter Flight Schedule
The Indian aviation industry has started its winter flight schedule, with an increase in domestic flights.
On the first day, over 5.2 lakh passengers traveled, which is the highest since February.
The industry operates on two main seasons, Summer and Winter.
IndiGo is adding many more flights weekly compared to last winter.
Some airlines are shrinking their operations or shifting capacity to international routes.
The winter schedule is offering more opportunities.
Airlines are shifting capacity to international routes due to a weaker rupee.
A few regional airports have lost connectivity, while others are gaining.
The Northern Winter Schedule 2025 commenced on October 26, 2025.
First day domestic departures were at 3,284, 86.7% of the approved schedule.
Over 5.2 lakh domestic passengers were recorded on the first day.
Air India is shrinking its departures by 10%, while Air India Express grows 11%.
Airlines are shifting capacity to international routes.
- Who
- Indian airlines
- What
- Commenced the Northern Winter Schedule 2025
- When
- October 26, 2025
- Where
- Across India
- Why
- To meet travel demands and manage capacity.
- First Day Domestic Departures
- 3,284
- Daily Approved Departures (Winter)
- 3,785
- Weekly Approved Flights (Winter)
- 26,495
- Domestic Passengers (First Day)
- Over 5.2 lakh
- Growth Over Winter 2024
- 5.9%
- Operational Airports
- 126
Sources
SpiceJet to Operate 250 Daily Flights This Winter – Over Double Its Summer Schedule
SpiceJet share price jumps 6%, hits 3-month high after airline doubles flight capacity for winter schedule
SpiceJet shares jump 31% in a month on flight additions; is more steam left?
Winter schedule starts with a new promise—more flights
