Abu Dhabi-Mumbai Ranks Among World’s Top 10 Busiest Air Routes

The Abu Dhabi to Mumbai flight corridor has officially ranked among the top 10 busiest international airline routes globally, according to the latest aviation data from OAG. The surge in seat capacity follows a rapid expansion of flight frequencies by both UAE national carriers and Indian airlines, solidifying the capital’s role as a critical transit hub for South Asian travel. Rising Passenger Demand Recent data indicates that the route between Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) now sustains over 450,000 seats per month across multiple operators. This volume places the sector alongside major global arteries such as London-New York and Dubai-Riyadh. The demand is fueled by the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and India, which has increased business travel alongside traditional expatriate movement. Strategic Airline Expansion Etihad Airways, the UAE’s national carrier, recently increased its Mumbai service to four daily flights, contributing significantly to the route's capacity. Low-cost operators including Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, IndiGo, and Air India Express have also added frequencies…