New Delhi: Akasa Air on Saturday announced special flights to Ahmedabad from Bengaluru and Navi Mumbai ahead of the IPL 2026 final, amid surge in travel demand from cricket fans heading to the city for the season's title clash on May 31.
The airline said it will operate additional direct services on May 31 and June 1, supplementing its existing network connecting Ahmedabad with nine domestic and international destinations.
The special flights are designed to allow fans to reach Ahmedabad before the IPL final and return soon after the match concludes.
"On 31 May and 1 June 2026, Akasa Air will operate special direct flights to Ahmedabad from Navi Mumbai and Bengaluru," the airline said in a statement.
The carrier added that the services have been timed to offer "greater convenience with morning and midday departures on 31 May allowing fans to reach Ahmedabad comfortably ahead of the match, and early morning return services on 1 June to travel back soon after the match, providing flexibility for those who prefer not to extend their stay."
Akasa Air's special IPL final flights
| Flight No. | Route | Departure | Arrival | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QP 6892 | Bengaluru – Ahmedabad | 09:30 hrs | 11:50 hrs | May 31, 2026 |
| QP 6882 | Navi Mumbai – Ahmedabad | 14:45 hrs | 16:15 hrs | May 31, 2026 |
| QP 6885 | Ahmedabad – Navi Mumbai | 03:10 hrs | 04:45 hrs | June 1, 2026 |
| QP 6887 | Ahmedabad – Bengaluru | 04:10 hrs | 06:35 hrs | June 1, 2026 |
To enhance the experience for travelling fans, Akasa Air said passengers will be able to follow live match developments through SkyScore, the airline's in-flight score update service.
"Through SkyScore, the airline’s industry first initiative, passengers on Akasa’s network wide flights can stay updated with live match scores during the match, allowing cricket fans to remain connected to the action even while in the air," the airline said.
The airline will also use its SkyLights cabin lighting system to celebrate the occasion.
"Adding to the celebratory spirit, SkyLights will illuminate the cabin with the colours of the Indian tricolour, leveraging the dynamic lighting features of the Boeing Sky Interior to create an immersive and festive onboard ambience for guests travelling to witness the grand finale," Akasa Air said.
Passengers on the special services will also have access to Café Akasa, the airline's onboard meal service.
The move comes as Ahmedabad prepares to host the IPL 2026 final between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans.
