Noida International Airport at Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, is set to open its first phase on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in a ceremony led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will attend the event alongside several Union and state ministers. The development marks a significant milestone for aviation infrastructure in the National Capital Region and western Uttar Pradesh.
The initial phase of the project carries an investment of Rs 11,282 crore as part of an overall estimated cost of Rs 29,560 crore. Officials position the airport as a future major hub that will strengthen connectivity between the greater Delhi region and western Uttar Pradesh to both domestic and international destinations. Noida International Airport CEO Christoph Schnellmann described the facility as combining “Swiss efficiency and Indian hospitality.”
The first phase is designed to handle an annual passenger capacity of 1.2 crore, with potential expansion up to 7 crore passengers in the years ahead. It features a 3,900-metre runway equipped to accommodate wide-body aircraft and fitted with advanced navigation aids, including the Instrument Landing System (ILS) and modern airfield lighting. The runway is also prepared for low-visibility operations, addressing challenges such as winter fog that often affects the region. The terminal building emphasizes quick passenger processing, promising a check-in time of around 10 minutes.
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Commercial flight operations from the airport are scheduled to commence in April 2026. An official statement from the Jewar Airport X account (@jewar_airport), posted on March 28, 2026, at 09:14 IST, highlighted the project’s broader significance: “Noida International Airport, Jewar emerging as biggest symbol of this transformation, opening doors for investment, industry & large-scale employment…to be inaugurated today. Under the leadership of the double engine government, UP is rapidly moving towards becoming a global…”
The inauguration comes after recent preparatory reviews by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who inspected the site in the days leading up to the event.
This greenfield airport project aims to ease pressure on Delhi’s existing air facilities while boosting economic activity in the region through improved air links, job creation, and opportunities for industry and investment. The event is expected to draw significant attention as a key development in India’s aviation sector.
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