Over the last decade, India’s skies have grown busier than ever. The country has emerged as the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market, driven by rapid economic growth, rising middle-class travel and expanding regional connectivity. However, while the number of airports has surged, the number of airlines has shrunk, making IndiGo virtually synonymous with air travel in India.
According to government data, the number of operational airports increased from 74 in 2014 to 163 in 2025. The government has set an ambitious target of expanding this network to 350–400 airports by 2047. Aviation has also become one of the fastest-growing sectors of the economy, contributing not only through air transport services but also by boosting tourism, trade, logistics and manufacturing.
