Star air Nanded flight routes
Star Air has brought Nanded back on India’s air map after a five-year suspension, resuming thrice-weekly flights between Mumbai and Nanded starting December 25, 2025. This revival cuts travel time for business and religious visitors to Maharashtra’s interior from a day-long drive to just 75 minutes of flying, boosting regional connectivity in Marathwada.
Nanded’s Aviation History
Nanded (airport code: NDC) was off the air map following the fall of TruJet and Air India’s exit from the route in February 2020. The suspension lasted until Star Air’s re-launch, creating a significant gap in connectivity for Marathwada’s commercial and religious travellers.
Why Nanded Matters
Nanded serves as a critical hub for:
- Religious tourism: Pilgrimage traffic to Marathwada region
- Business clusters: Agro-processing, seed-technology, and defence-manufacturing around Nanded and Latur
- Regional commerce: Corporate mobility for companies with project sites in interior Maharashtra
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Star Air Nanded Flight Routes – June 2026 Complete Guide
Star Air connects Nanded (NDC) to 8 major cities with 84 weekly flights using Embraer ERJ 175-1 aircraft. All flights include hot meals, no middle seats, and business + economy seating. Below is your complete route guide with upward (to Nanded) and downward (from Nanded) flight details.
Route 1: Bengaluru ↔ Nanded (Daily Service)
Frequency: 7 flights per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Upward Flight – Bengaluru to Nanded
- Flight Number: S5183
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Bengaluru (BLR) at 08:00 AM
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) at 09:30 AM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Schedule Period: 20 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Downward Flight – Nanded to Bengaluru
- Flight Number: Return of S5183
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) at 10:00 AM
- Arrival: Bengaluru (BLR) at 11:30 AM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Schedule Period: 20 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Why This Route? Daily morning departure perfect for IT professionals. Saves 10–12 hours compared to road travel.
Route 2: Hyderabad ↔ Nanded (5 Times Per Week)
Frequency: 5 flights per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday – No Friday, Sunday)
Upward Flight – Hyderabad to Nanded
- Flight Number: S5196
- Aircraft: ERJ 175 / ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Hyderabad (HYD) at 07:10 AM (June 1–29) or 07:20 AM (May 21–Jun 30)
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) at 08:00 AM (June 1–29) or 08:10 AM (May 21–Jun 30)
- Travel Time: 50 minutes (Star Air’s shortest route – 246 km)
- Schedule Period: 01 Jun 2026 – 29 Jun 2026 or 21 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Downward Flight – Nanded to Hyderabad
- Flight Number: S5197
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) at 07:40 PM
- Arrival: Hyderabad (HYD) at 08:30 PM
- Travel Time: 50 minutes
- Flight Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday (No Monday, Saturday)
- Schedule Period: 21 May 2026 – 25 Jun 2026
Why This Route? Fastest journey at just 50 minutes. Cuts 5–6 hour road trip to jet speed. Fare: ~₹3,041.
Route 3: Mumbai ↔ Nanded (Revived After 5 Years)
Frequency: 2 flights per week (Friday, Sunday only)
Upward Flight – Mumbai to Nanded
- Flight Number: S5257
- Aircraft: ERJ 175
- Departure: Mumbai (BOM) at 05:00 PM
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) at 06:15 PM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Schedule Period: 05 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
- Starting Fare: ₹4,999 (30% less than pre-pandemic ₹7,200)
Downward Flight – Nanded to Mumbai
- Flight Number: S5256
- Aircraft: ERJ 175
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) at 06:45 PM
- Arrival: Mumbai (BOM) at 08:00 PM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Flight Days: Friday, Sunday
- Schedule Period: 05 Jun 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Why This Route? Extremely affordable at 30% cheaper than before. Saves 10–12 hours vs 1000km road drive. Perfect for pilgrimage to Marathwada.
Route 4: Pune ↔ Nanded (Industrial Link)
Frequency: 5 flights per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday – No Tuesday, Thursday)
Upward Flight – Pune to Nanded
- Flight Number: S5250
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Pune (PNQ) at 04:40 PM
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) at 06:00 PM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Schedule Period: 01 Jun 2026 – 29 Jun 2026
- Fare Range: ₹2,999 – ₹3,631 (Starting: ₹3,300)
Downward Flight – Nanded to Pune
- Flight Number: S5249
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) at 06:25 PM
- Arrival: Pune (PNQ) at 07:45 PM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Flight Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Schedule Period: 01 Jun 2026 – 29 Jun 2026
Why This Route? Cheapest option starting at ₹3,300. Evening flights for day workers. Saves 8–9 hours vs road.
Route 5: Nagpur ↔ Nanded (Vidarbha Connect)
Frequency: 5 flights per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday – No Sunday, Monday)
Upward Flight – Nagpur to Nanded
- Flight Number: S5247
- Aircraft: ERJ 175
- Departure: Nagpur (NAG) at 05:40 PM (May 23–Jun 27) or 06:10 PM (May 20–Jun 26)
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) at 06:30 PM (May 23–Jun 27) or 07:00 PM (May 20–Jun 26)
- Travel Time: 50 minutes
- Schedule Period: 23 May 2026 – 27 Jun 2026 (early) or 20 May 2026 – 26 Jun 2026 (later)
Downward Flight – Nanded to Nagpur
- Flight Number: S5248
- Aircraft: ERJ 175
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) at 08:40 AM (May 23–Jun 27) or 09:10 AM (May 20–Jun 30)
- Arrival: Nagpur (NAG) at 09:30 AM (May 23–Jun 27) or 10:00 AM (May 20–Jun 30)
- Travel Time: 50 minutes
- Flight Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Schedule Period: 23 May 2026 – 27 Jun 2026 (early) or 20 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026 (later)
Why This Route? Another 50-minute super-short flight. Links Vidarbha & Marathwada regions. Upgraded to later timing from June 20.
Route 6: Ghaziabad (Hindon) ↔ Nanded (Delhi NCR Access)
Frequency: 6 flights per week upward (No Sunday), 7 flights per week downward (Daily)
Upward Flight – Ghaziabad/Hindon to Nanded
- Flight Number: S5186
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Ghaziabad (HDO) at 03:20 PM
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) at 05:10 PM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Flight Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday (No Sunday)
- Schedule Period: 20 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
- Note: Part of Bengaluru–Hindon–Adampur one-stop service
Downward Flight – Nanded to Ghaziabad/Hindon
- Flight Number: S5187
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) at 10:00 AM
- Arrival: Ghaziabad (HDO) at 11:50 AM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Flight Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (Daily)
- Schedule Period: 20 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Why This Route? Daily morning flight from Nanded to Delhi NCR. Avoids crowded Mumbai/Delhi airports.
Route 7: Ahmedabad ↔ Nanded (Gujarat Gateway)
Frequency: 5 flights per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday – No Friday, Saturday)
Upward Flight – Ahmedabad to Nanded
- Flight Number: Not listed in schedule
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Ahmedabad (AMD) (Time not specified)
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) (Time not specified)
- Travel Time: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
- Flight Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday
- Schedule Period: 21 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Downward Flight – Nanded to Ahmedabad
- Flight Number: S5218
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) at 08:40 AM
- Arrival: Ahmedabad (AMD) at 10:10 AM
- Travel Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Flight Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday
- Schedule Period: 21 May 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Why This Route? Morning departure from Nanded. Connects to Gujarat textile/manufacturing hubs. Gateway to Diu & Bhuj beaches.
Route 8: Goa (Mopa) ↔ Nanded (Tourism Link)
Frequency: 5 flights per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday – No Wednesday, Friday)
Upward Flight – Goa to Nanded
- Flight Number: Not listed in schedule
- Aircraft: ERJ 175
- Departure: Goa/Mopa (GOX) (Time not specified)
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) (Time not specified)
- Travel Time: Approx. 50 minutes
- Flight Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Schedule Period: 01 Jun 2026 – 29 Jun 2026
Downward Flight – Nanded to Goa
- Flight Number: S5251
- Aircraft: ERJ 175
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) at 07:30 PM
- Arrival: Goa/Mopa (GOX) at 08:20 PM
- Travel Time: 50 minutes
- Flight Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Schedule Period: 01 Jun 2026 – 29 Jun 2026
Why This Route? Evening departure perfect for tourists. Another 50-minute super-fast flight. Supports Goa pilgrimage & tourism.
Route 9: Jalandhar (Adampur) ↔ Nanded (Weekly Northern Link)
Frequency: 1 flight per week (Sunday only)
Upward Flight – Jalandhar/Adampur to Nanded
- Flight Number: S5241
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Jalandhar/Adampur (AIP) at 02:30 PM
- Arrival: Nanded (NDC) at 05:00 PM
- Travel Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Flight Days: Sunday only
- Schedule Period: 24 May 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
- Note: Part of Hindon–Adampur connectivity
Downward Flight – Nanded to Jalandhar/Adampur
- Flight Number: Not listed in schedule
- Aircraft: ERJ 175-1
- Departure: Nanded (NDC) (Time not specified)
- Arrival: Jalandhar/Adampur (AIP) (Time not specified)
- Travel Time: Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes
- Flight Days: Sunday only
- Schedule Period: 24 May 2026 – 28 Jun 2026
Why This Route? Connects northern India to Marathwada. No Delhi transit needed. Limited but strategic route.
Quick Summary Table
| Route | Weekly Flights | Best For | Travel Time | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru | 7 (Daily) | IT professionals | 1 hr 30 min | ₹4,499 |
| Hyderabad | 5 | Fastest journey | 50 min | ₹3,041 |
| Mumbai | 2 | Lowest value | 1 hr 15 min | ₹4,999 |
| Pune | 5 | Cheapest fare | 1 hr 20 min | ₹2,999–₹3,631 |
| Nagpur | 5 | Regional link | 50 min | N/A |
| Ghaziabad | 6–7 | Delhi NCR | 1 hr 50 min | N/A |
| Ahmedabad | 5 | Gujarat business | 1 hr 30 min | N/A |
| Goa | 5 | Tourism | 50 min | N/A |
| Jalandhar | 1 | Punjab link | 2 hr 30 min | N/A |
Total: 84 weekly flights (42 to Nanded + 42 from Nanded)
Fare Comparison
- Pune: ₹2,999 – ₹3,631 (Start: ₹3,300) – Cheapest
- Hyderabad: ~₹3,041
- Mumbai: ₹4,999 (30% OFF from ₹7,200)
- Bengaluru: ~₹4,499
Impact on Nanded Passengers and Regional Economy
For Business Travelers
Corporate Mobility Benefits:
| Industry | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Agro-processing | day-long drive trimmed to 75-minute flight |
| Seed Technology | Advanced purchase policy updates for project sites |
| Defence Manufacturing | Faster access to Nanded-Latur manufacturing clusters |
| Corporate Project Sites | Internal travel policies updated for Marathwada sites |
For Religious and Tourism Traffic
- Pilgrimage support: Route revival expected to boost regional investment and support upcoming pilgrimage traffic
- Marathwada access: Important link restored for religious travelers to interior Maharashtra, specially in Nanded for Takhat Sachkhand Sri. Hazur Sahib.
Fares and UDAN 5.0 Benefits
Pricing Compared to Pre-Pandemic
| Route | Pre-Pandemic Fare | Current Fare | Reduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai–Nanded | ~₹7,200 | ₹4,999 | 30% lower |
| Pune–Nanded | N/A | ₹2,999–₹3,631 | N/A |
| Hyderabad–Nanded | N/A | ~₹3,041 | N/A |
UDAN 5.0 Viability Gap Funding
State Support:
- 100% Viability Gap Funding (VGF) at ₹3,240 per seat for one year
- UDAN 5.0 mechanism: 5-year funding with tapered mechanism from year 3
- Price reduction source: State VGF under UDAN 5.0 enables 30% lower fares
Aircraft and Service Details
Embraer E175 Fleet Configuration
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 76 seats (12 business + 64 economy) economictimes.indiatimes+1 |
| Class Configuration | Dual-class (business + economy) |
| Seating Layout | 2×2 – No middle seats |
| Aircraft Count | 4 E175s in Star Air fleet (as of 2024) |
| All Flights | Operated by E175s from Nanded |
Service Quality
- Reliable on-time performance: Over 85% flights from regional airports on schedule
- Complimentary hot meals: All Star Air services include onboard food
- Full-service regional model: Unlike low-cost carriers, maintains premium service standards
Focus City Status for Nanded
Strategic designation
Nanded becomes a “focus city” for Star Air in Summer 2024:
- 23 weekly departures from Nanded
- Daily flights to Bengaluru and Hindon (one-stop to Adampur)
- 4 times/week to Ahmedabad (Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun)
- 5 times/week from Hyderabad
Network Expansion Context
- 2024 Summer: Nanded launched as Star Air makes it focus city
- December 2025: Mumbai route revived after 5-year hiatus
- 2026: Continued expansion with Kolhapur-Nanded-Ahmedabad route
UDAN Integration
- 65% of Star Air operations under UDAN scheme
- Nanded routes benefit from state VGF under UDAN 5.0
- 3-year exclusivity on RCS routes protects from competition
- Monopoly route advantage: Larger carriers cannot operate efficiently on thin Nanded routes
What’s Next for Nanded Connectivity
Future Route Plans
| Timeline | Expected Development |
| 2026 | Continued focus city operations with 23 weekly departures |
| 2027 | Potential additional routes as fleet expands to 25 aircraft |
| 2028 | International connectivity possible after 20-aircraft threshold |
Conclusion
Star Air’s revival of the Mumbai–Nanded route after a five-year hiatus has transformed connectivity for Maharashtra’s interior, cutting travel time from a day-long drive to 75 minutes. With fares 30% below pre-pandemic levels at ₹4,999 thanks to UDAN 5.0 support, and daily connections to Hyderabad and Bengaluru, Nanded has firmly returned to India’s air map. The airline’s focus city status for Nanded, with 23 weekly departures and Embraer E175 dual-class service, positions the city as a strategic node in Star Air’s regional network expansion across Maharashtra.
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