Delhi Airport: Air India, AI Express to move some domestic flights from T3 starting Oct 26

Air India on Thursday announced that some of its domestic flights will move from Terminal 3 to Terminal 2 at Delhi Airport starting October 26, amid T3 expansion activities.

"Starting 26th October 2025, Air India and Air India Express will adjust their domestic operations at Delhi Airport to support T3 expansion activities," the Indian airline said in a statement.

All domestic flights of Air India with flight numbers starting with the 1XXX series will operate from Terminal 2 (T2), whereas all domestic flights of Air India Express will move to Terminal 1 (T1)

Passengers must note that all international flights will continue to operate from Terminal 3 (T3) of the Delhi International Airport.

The airline advises the passengers to keep their contact details updated and check flight/terminal information via airline channels.

7 Things to Know About Air India’s Terminal Shift at Delhi Airport

1. Who’s moving where

From October 26, 60 out of 180 daily Air India domestic departures from Delhi will operate from the upgraded Terminal 2. Air India Express will operate all domestic flights from Terminal 1 (T1). The move supports the airport's T3 expansion and aims to ease congestion.

2. International flights stay put

There is no change for international travelers — all Air India and Air India Express international flights will continue to operate from Terminal 3 (T3) of Delhi Airport.

3. How to identify your new flight

Air India has informed that all flights moving to T2 will now carry four-digit numbers starting with ‘1’ (AI1XXX). This new numbering system aims to help passengers instantly identify their terminal. Air India Express has marked the shifted flights in four digits starting with 9.

4. Check before you travel

Before heading to the airport, passengers are advised to cross check their terminal information via booking confirmation, SMS/email updates, or the Air India website.

5. Easy transfers between terminals

The airline has arranged a dedicated shuttle service every 10 minutes that will connect Terminals 1, 2, and 3, to ensure smooth transfers for passengers catching connecting flights.

6. Hassle-free baggage transfers

If a passenger is connecting between terminals, their checked baggage will be transferred airside. Hence, they do not need to collect and recheck it.

7. Extra help on the ground

Passengers can expect additional ground staff in distinct uniforms at each terminal to guide them, along with buggy services and special assistance options for those who need mobility support.