The Mumbai-Delhi route has been ranked as the 8th busiest domestic flight route globally in 2024, with airlines operating nearly 8 million seats between the two cities. This is a significant rise from last year’s 7.27 million seats, highlighting the growing demand for travel on this high-traffic route. The popularity of the Mumbai-Delhi sector underscores the economic and cultural significance of these two major Indian cities, which are key business and tourism hubs.
The trend reflects the overall rise of Asia as a dominant player in global air travel, with eight out of the top 10 busiest domestic routes worldwide being based in Asia. Notably, the Seoul-Jeju route in South Korea took the top spot, with over 14 million seats. The Mumbai-Delhi route’s consistent growth is an indicator of the robust demand for domestic connectivity in India, offering immense potential for the aviation sector’s expansion in the region.