FLY91 Launches Daily Non-Stop Kochi–Agatti Flights

Bookings Open As FLY91 Accelerates Phased Network And Fleet Expansion

FLY91 announced the launch of daily non-stop flights between Kochi and Agatti in the Lakshadweep islands, with bookings now open in both directions. The announcement comes as the regional airline prepares to add seven new stations over the next 90 days as part of a phased network expansion.

The upcoming stations include Kochi, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Hubballi, Dabolim, Nanded, and Indore.
Once operational, the expansion will bring FLY91’s network to 15 stations, aligned with the airline’s measured growth approach. The expanded network will be supported by a fleet of six ATR 72-600 aircraft, with three additional aircraft scheduled for induction within the next 45 days. The phased fleet expansion will enable higher frequencies and new city pairs while maintaining operational reliability.

With the introduction of Kochi services, FLY91 strengthens its presence in southern India and enhances access to the Lakshadweep islands. The airline currently operates flights between Agatti and Manohar International Airport (MIA), Goa. The new Kochi-Agatti route provides island residents and visitors with improved flexibility and more seamless connectivity to the Indian mainland through a key southern gateway, complementing existing services via Goa.

Agatti Island, part of the Lakshadweep archipelago, is an emerging tourism destination known for its coral reefs, lagoons, and pristine beaches. Improved air connectivity is expected to support sustainable tourism while easing travel for island residents who rely on limited transport options for education, healthcare, and commerce. The daily Kochi connection is also expected to significantly enhance onward travel options and overall accessibility.

Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and CEO, FLY91 said, “The launch of daily Kochi-Agatti flights adds momentum to regional aviation in India. We are pleased to welcome Kochi into our growing network and to reaffirm our commitment to the residents of Agatti. Aspirational tier-two and tier-three destinations will drive India’s next phase of growth, and improved regional connectivity is key to unlocking that potential.”

The network expansion will begin in early February with the commencement of daily Kochi-Agatti services. This will be followed by thrice-daily flights between Rajahmundry-Hyderabad and Vijayawada-Hyderabad, along with daily services on the Hubballi-Hyderabad and Hubballi-Bengaluru routes. Subsequent phases will include flights from Nanded to South Goa and Bengaluru, while Indore will be connected to Jalgaon and Hyderabad in the second phase of expansion.

Final flight schedules will be updated in the reservation system in due course.

FLY91 currently connects nine destinations, focusing on tier-two and tier-three markets such as Solapur, Agatti, Jalgaon, Sindhudurg, and Kochi, while also operating from regional hubs including Goa, Hyderabad, Pune, and Bengaluru.