Western Sydney International Airport is scheduled to open to passengers on 25 October 2026, but its limited flight schedule and incomplete rail connection raise questions about early demand. The A$5.6 billion project has long-term growth potential, supported by Western Sydney’s expanding population, curfew-free operations and plans for additional airline routes.
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Tamil Nadu has scrapped the Parandur greenfield airport project, but Chennai still needs additional aviation capacity. With Manellore and Cheyyur under consideration, the state now faces another long process involving feasibility studies, land acquisition, environmental approvals and construction.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is undergoing a major upgrade led by New NAIA Infra Corp. (NNIC) to improve passenger services, address congestion, and modernize its aging facilities.
The long-awaited Noida International Airport (NIA), located in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, is nearing a major milestone as it prepares to launch flight operations by mid-December 2025.
Japan’s Sojitz Corporation has announced plans to construct a new international airport in the Uzbek capital, set to become the largest aviation hub in Central Asia by 2028.
The Cambodian government officially opened Techo International Airport (KTI) on September 9, 2025.
Gujarat begins land acquisition for Dahod and Dwarka greenfield airports to expand air connectivity and aviation growth.
IndiGo Airlines (6E) and Star Air (S5) will launch direct flights from Purnea Airport (PUI) to Kolkata (CCU) and Ahmedabad (AMD) on September 15.
Velana International Airport (MLE) has opened its long awaited new passenger terminal, with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu calling it “a pillar of economic independence.”
Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu announced ambitious plans to construct 50 new airports within the next five years.