New Delhi to host Routes Asia 2027

New Delhi will host the 23rd edition of Routes Asia, the only air service development event dedicated to advancing aviation across the Asia-Pacific region. The Airports Authority of India will host the 2027 gathering, with the official announcement made on September 2.

Driven by record-breaking aircraft orders and major infrastructure investment, India’s aviation market is expanding rapidly. Rising demand from a growing middle class is reshaping both domestic and international travel, altering market dynamics. Supported by strategic investment, progressive policies and a robust regulatory framework, India is on track to become one of the world’s largest aviation markets.

The event will bring global airline decision-makers to India, highlighting infrastructure investment and expanding air connectivity

Currently served by more than 60 international and domestic carriers, India has established itself as a major aviation hub in South Asia. A World Travel and Tourism Council study found the country welcomed 20 million international visitors in 2024 – 2.3 million more than in 2019 – reaffirming its position as a leading global tourism destination. India has seen the number of operational airports double over the past decade, growing from 74 in 2014 to more than 160, with plans to build 350 airports by 2047, including 34 mega airports.

Routes director Steven Small said: “As one of the fastest-growing aviation markets, India presents an exciting opportunity for the route development community. This growth will further accelerate, as a result of Routes Asia, with independent analysis showing that previous host airports in record network growth outpacing comparable airports by around 6.9 per cent within three years.”

Vipin Kumar, chairman of the Airports Authority of India, added: “As we welcome the world to Routes Asia 2027 in India, we embark on a journey to unlock the limitless potential of our skies. Let’s forge new pathways, strengthen partnerships and ignite the passion of our youth to shape the future of civil aviation.

“Together, we will accelerate air connectivity, drive economic growth and showcase the wonders of Incredible India.”

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