Wednesday, March 19, 2025 In a welcome move for travelers, Air India is set to relaunch its non-stop flights between Mumbai and Melbourne from September 14, 2025 . The airline’s decision marks a strategic return to one of the most crucial routes connecting India and Australia , reinforcing its commitment to expanding global connectivity. A Temporary Pause Before Takeoff Currently, Air India operates three weekly flights between Mumbai and Melbourne .
However, starting March 29, 2025 , the airline will temporarily suspend services , with the last direct flight from Mumbai scheduled for March 28, 2025 . The suspension sparked concerns about the route’s future, especially given Melbourne’s large Indian diaspora, business travelers, and students who rely on seamless travel. However, Air India’s decision to reopen bookings for Winter 2025 signals that this is a strategic pause rather than a permanent exit .
What’s New in the Flight Schedule? When flights resume in September 2025 , the non-stop Mumbai-Melbourne route will operate three times a week , featuring updated departure and arrival timings: Flight AI310 departs Mumbai at 1:35 AM IST , arriving in Melbourne at 7:00 PM local time after a 12.5-hour journey . Flight AI311 takes off from Melbourne at 9:00 PM local time , touching down in Mumbai at 3:00 AM IST the next day.
The service will continue to be operated by the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner , an advanced aircraft with 256 seats — 18 in business class and 238 in ec.