• Strengthening Airport’s public transport network with sustainable & premium travel option
• Partnership with global service-provider FlixBus to offer 24x7 luxury mobility for Air Travellers
• Delhi Airport is India’s best-connected Airport through public transport catering to 20% of flyers

New Delhi, September 05, 2025: GMR Aero-led Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) is set to launch India’s first luxury bus service connecting Delhi Airport with Noida and Greater Noida. Delhi Airport is one of the world's busiest air travel hubs, that has the capacity to serve more than 100 million passengers annually.

Operated by FlixBus, world’s largest travel-tech brand for intercity bus services, the initiative –scheduled to commence in a few days - underscores Delhi Airport’s commitment to strengthening its public transport network, sustainable mobility, and passenger convenience. Passengers can avail of the luxury service for just Rs 199 each.

Currently, about 20% of Delhi Airport’s passengers use public transport, making it the best-connected airport in India. The new service is expected to further boost this share by providing a premium and reliable alternative for passengers travelling to and from Noida and Greater Noida.

The service will be available round-the-clock for all. Passengers will enjoy a host of premium amenities, including real-time tracking, trained crew, USB charging ports, CCTV surveillance, ample luggage space and plush seating. Routes will cover key locations such as Noida Sector 16, Botanical Garden, Golf Course Road, Gaur City, Jaypee Wishtown and Pari Chowk with an estimated average travel time between 130-180 minutes, depending on traffic.

Commenting on the initiative, Videh Kumar Jaipuriar, CEO-DIAL, said: “Our strategic partnership with FlixBus aims to bridge the gap between air travel and seamless urban transit in the national capital. This pioneering initiative reflects our commitment to expanding public transport network for flyers through world-class solutions. By encouraging greater use of public transportation and reducing dependence on private vehicles, we aim to lower carbon footprints, decongest city roads and set new standards in airport connectivity and passenger comfort.”

Surya Khurana, Managing Director, FlixBus India, said: “Our modern buses, featuring spacious reclining seats and on-board amenities, will ensure every journey is smooth and enjoyable, while live-tracking and convenient booking options deliver reliability on every trip. The collaboration with DIAL marks a significant step in our India journey, reflecting our commitment to sustainable mobility and world-class service. We look forward to welcoming passengers aboard and redefining how they travel to and from the airport and Noida-Greater Noida.”

With this launch, Delhi Airport aligns itself with leading global aviation hubs-such as Heathrow, Charles de Gaulle, Berlin Brandenburg, Vienna, and Amsterdam Schiphol-that provide luxury mobility solutions for travellers. Tickets can be conveniently booked via the FlixBus app, the official website (flixbus.in), and major travel platforms including Redbus, MakeMyTrip, and Paytm. In addition, offline booking counters will be available at the arrival forecourts of Terminal 1 &3, with designated boarding points at all terminals of Delhi Airport.

About GMR Airports Limited (Formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited)

GMR Airports Limited (GAL) is a leading global airport platform company with over two decades of experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class sustainable airports. Under the brand name “GMR AERO”, it offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. Groupe ADP joined the journey in 2020 as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL.

As a platform business, GAL also provides a range of aero services including Duty Free, Retail, F&B, Cargo, Car Parking, O&M, and PMC services. Through its innovative Aerotropolis concept, it develops cutting-edge airport cities giving shape to best-in-class real estate developments in South Asia. GAL operates India's largest third-party Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility through its subsidiary, GMR Air Cargo and Aerospace Engineering Limited ensuring operational excellence across the Asia Pacific region.

GMR Innovex, a GMR Group entity, is developing and introducing a range of digital solutions to enhance the passenger journey and airport experience. Through GMR Aero Academy and GMR School of Aviation, the company is creating the talent pool necessary to drive the growth of the aviation sector in India (the third largest in the world).

As the largest private airport operator in Asia and the second-largest globally, GAL served over 120 million passengers in FY25 with a steadfast commitment to excellence in airport management as reflected in its consistent rankings for services by ACI and Skytrax. With a robust presence in India and Southeast Asia, the company operates key gateways such as Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, and Medan airports, while extending its technical services to Mactan Cebu International Airport in the Philippines. GAL is also developing transformative projects like the greenfield airports in Bhogapuram (Visakhapatnam), India, and Crete, Greece.

GMR Group, the promoter of GAL has a significant presence in Energy, Transportation, Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. Through its CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, GMR supports local communities, reflecting its commitment to improving quality of life by enhancing skills, providing education, and developing healthcare infrastructure and services.

Groupe ADP develops and manages airports, including Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Paris-Orly, and Paris-Le Bourget. In 2024, the group handled through its brand Paris Aéroport 103.4 million passengers at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly, and nearly 363.7 million passengers in airports in France and abroad. Boasting an exceptional geographic location and a major catchment area, the Group is pursuing its strategy of adapting and modernizing its terminal facilities and upgrading the quality of services; the Group also intends to develop its retail and real estate businesses. In 2024, group revenue stood at €6,158 million and net income at €342 million.

For further information about GMR Group, http://www.gmrgroup.in

For further details, please contact:

Subhendu Ray
Corporate Communications
Email: subhendu.ray@gmrgroup.in
Mobile: 9971544011

Saurabh Singh
Corporate Communications
Email: saurabh.singh@gmrgroup.in
Phone: 7291977577