Air India, AI Express to shift domestic ops to T2 from March 29

Ahmedabad: The domestic operations of Air India and Air India Express are likely to shift to Terminal 2 (T2) of the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad from March 29, sources privy to the development said.The change coincides with the rollout of the summer schedule to be implemented by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. The shift comes after the completion of infrastructure upgrades at T2. In April 2023, Air India had temporarily moved its domestic services to Terminal 1 (T1). The two airlines combined operate 38 domestic flights, including arrivals and departures.
Airport sources indicated that the consolidation was expected to ease passenger movement and improve operational efficiency, particularly as traffic builds up during the peak summer travel period."With upgraded facilities now ready at T2, authorities are looking to optimise terminal usage and reduce congestion across the airport. T2 has recently undergone major upgrades, including additional check-in counters, improved transit flow within the terminal, and expanded food courts, among other enhancements. A new domestic lounge is also set to become operational soon," said a source familiar with the development.While Air India is the first to formally confirm the shift, more airlines are likely to move select domestic operations to T2 in the coming months as part of broader terminal rationalisation plans. Sources said the airport operator is in talks with other airlines.