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Air India UAE to India — Full-Service Flights 2025

Air India (AI) is India's national full-service carrier and the premium option on the UAE–India corridor. Air India operates from Dubai (DXB) Terminal 3 and Abu Dhabi (AUH) to major Indian metros, offering 25 kg free checked baggage, complimentary meals, and accrual on the Flying Returns frequent-flyer programme.

Air India from Dubai (DXB) — selected routes

  • Delhi (DEL): AI 995 / AI 996 — daily
  • Mumbai (BOM): AI 983 / AI 984 — daily
  • Bengaluru (BLR): AI 931 / AI 932 — daily
  • Hyderabad (HYD): AI 937 / AI 938 — daily
  • Kochi (COK): AI 975 / AI 976 — daily
  • Chennai (MAA): AI 953 / AI 954 — daily
  • Thiruvananthapuram (TRV): AI 977 / AI 978 — daily
  • Amritsar (ATQ): AI 969 / AI 970 — 4x weekly
  • Kolkata (CCU): AI 971 / AI 972 — daily
  • Ahmedabad (AMD): AI — daily
  • Jaipur (JAI): AI — regular

Air India from Abu Dhabi (AUH)

  • Delhi (DEL): AI — daily
  • Mumbai (BOM): AI — daily
  • Kochi (COK): AI — daily

Air India flies modern Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A320/A321 aircraft. Long-haul Boeing 777 and 787 aircraft are used on high-demand routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Air India include free baggage on UAE–India routes?
Yes — Air India includes 25 kg free checked baggage in economy class on all UAE–India international routes, plus 7 kg hand baggage and a free meal.
Which terminal does Air India use at Dubai Airport?
Air India uses Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) — different from the other Indian carriers which use Terminal 1.
Does Air India have a frequent-flyer programme?
Yes — Air India operates the Flying Returns programme. Miles earned on UAE–India flights can be redeemed for free flights, upgrades and partner rewards.
Is Air India a full-service airline?
Yes. Air India is India's national full-service carrier offering complimentary checked baggage, in-flight meals, entertainment and premium cabin options (Business Class) on many UAE–India routes.

Customer reviews ★★★★★ 4.7/5 from 7 reviews

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Best fare and a real person to help
I compared a few sites and Offline Booking had the lowest fare on Mumbai–Dubai. What I loved most was being able to call and have someone confirm the booking for me. E-ticket came in seconds.
— Anita Sharma, Mumbai
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Held my fare while I arranged leave
They held the fare for me until my office approved the dates. No hidden charges and the price was exactly as quoted. Will book again.
— Karan Patel, Ahmedabad
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Smooth flight + hotel package
Booked a Goa holiday with flights and hotel together. The hotel was exactly as shown and transfers were on time. Knocked off one star only because the app could be faster.
— Meera Iyer, Chennai
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My go-to for flights now
Transparent pricing, instant confirmation and proper invoices for my company reimbursement. Support answered on the first ring.
— Vikram Singh, Delhi
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Helped my parents book by phone
My parents aren't comfortable online, so the offline booking option was perfect. The agent walked them through everything and sent the ticket on WhatsApp.
— Fatima Khan, Lucknow
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Good refund handling
Had to cancel due to a work emergency. The refund was processed without endless follow-ups. Clear communication throughout.
— Sandeep Reddy, Hyderabad