Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) sits at Ulwe, in the Raigad district. It opened to commercial flights on 25 December 2025 with domestic services. IndiGo, Air India Express, and Akasa Air were among the first airlines on its schedule.
International flights followed on 15 July 2026. Air India Express flew the first route, a service to Abu Dhabi, 3 times a week. More routes are expected to follow, and interest in hotels near Navi Mumbai airport is growing with them.
For travellers, NMIA brings a new way to fly into and out of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Inaugurated in 2025 as the region’s second international airport, it has been developed to work alongside Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, adding capacity as air travel demand across the region continues to grow.
Its first phase is part of a larger airport planned to eventually handle up to 90 million passengers annually.
Its first phase is part of a larger airport planned to eventually handle up to 90 million passengers annually.
Vashi is one of the best-connected pockets of Navi Mumbai. Its railway station sits on the Harbour line, which links the area to the wider suburban network. The Trans-Harbour line also carries commuters between Vashi and Thane. Anyone who prefers trains to traffic will appreciate that.
Vashi sits at the centre of Navi Mumbai's business activity, which makes hotels near Vashi station a practical base for work trips. Corporate parks are a short hop away, and the area's offices, malls, and markets keep things busy all day. Meetings and sightseeing fit easily into the same stay.
Whether you're heading to the airport or across the city, the Sion-Panvel Highway and the Palm Beach Road corridor make Vashi easy to get to and easy to leave.
- Not every itinerary lands at NMIA. Some routes still operate only from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), and some travellers simply prefer its schedules.
- The good news is that a Vashi base keeps both airports workable. CSMIA is approximately 22 km away by road. Travel times change with traffic, so leave a comfortable buffer for early flights.
- 2 airports within reach also add flexibility. You can pick the fare or flight time that suits you, without rethinking where you sleep.
Flying in or out of Navi Mumbai? Athiva Pulse Navi Mumbai puts you close to both Navi Mumbai International Airport and Mumbai International Airport, making it easier to plan your stay around your flight. Whether you’re arriving late, leaving early or simply want to avoid a long journey on travel day, you can settle in comfortably and leave the airport transfer to us.
Our rooms come with automated lighting, fast charging, and a wellbeing bar, from cosy city-view rooms to a spacious signature suite. Downstairs, you can enjoy handcrafted coffee at NMBC, cocktails at The Native Bar, and all-day dining at A Diner. If you are weighing up hotels near Navi Mumbai airport, book direct with us for the best experience.
