Nagpur: Air India is set to introduce an early morning flight service between Nagpur and Mumbai starting October 1, providing passengers with a more convenient travel option.

The new service, flight AI 627, will depart from Mumbai at 5 am and arrive in Nagpur at 6.35 am. The return flight, AI 628, will take off from Nagpur at 7.15 am and land in Mumbai by 8.35 am. This daily service is expected to ease travel for passengers who have long sought additional flights on this busy route.

Currently, the Nagpur-Mumbai route is served by two morning flights operated by IndiGo, one departing Nagpur at 6.10 am and another at 8.15 am. However, recent months have seen a surge in passenger numbers, with demand exceeding the capacity of the existing flights.

Air India had previously operated a morning flight on this route, but it was discontinued around seven to eight months ago. The airline's decision to reinstate the service reflects the growing demand for more flight options between Nagpur and Mumbai, offering greater convenience to frequent travelers.