The Jewar International Airport at Noida is emerging as one of the country’s most ambitious aviation projects. Strategically located near Delhi and designed as a modern greenfield hub, the airport is expected to ease congestion at the Indira Gandhi International Airport while boosting connectivity across the Delhi-NCR and western Uttar Pradesh. With a phased expansion plan, world-class infrastructure, and a focus on cargo and logistics, Jewar Airport is poised to become a key driver of regional economic growth and a major gateway for domestic and international travel. Here comes its USPs…
- Strategic Location:
Located near Jewar in Uttar Pradesh, about 75 km from Delhi, aimed at serving the Delhi-NCR region, especially western UP. - Second Airport for NCR:
Will function as the second international airport after Delhi’s IGI Airport, helping decongest air traffic. - Greenfield Mega Project:
Built from scratch as a greenfield airport, designed with modern infrastructure and sustainability features. - PPP Model Development:
Being developed by Yamuna International Airport Pvt Ltd under a public-private partnership with the UP and central governments.
- Long Concession Period:
Project awarded for 40 years (from October 1, 2021), ensuring long-term development and operations. - Phased Expansion Plan:
To be developed in four phases, allowing gradual scaling based on demand. - Phase 1 Capacity:
Initial phase includes 1 runway and 1 terminal, with capacity to handle 12 million passengers annually. - Ultimate Capacity:
On completion, airport will handle up to 70 million passengers per year, making it one of India’s largest aviation hubs.
- Multi-Modal Cargo Hub:
Planned as a major cargo and logistics hub, boosting trade and exports in the region. - Connectivity Boost:
Will significantly improve air connectivity for western Uttar Pradesh, Noida, Greater Noida, and nearby regions. - Economic Growth Driver:
Expected to generate jobs, investments, and infrastructure development, transforming the region into an economic corridor.