Air India strengthens Europe network with Delhi–Rome non-stop service

Air India will resume its non-stop flights between Delhi and Rome from 25 March 2026, restoring direct connectivity between the Indian and Italian capitals after nearly six years. The service will operate four times a week, offering improved travel options for passengers across Europe and Asia.

The Delhi–Rome route will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays using Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft, featuring 18 lie-flat Business Class seats and 238 Economy Class seats. This provides a comfortable long-haul travel experience for passengers.

Flight timings from 25–27 March 2026:

• AI123 Delhi–Rome: 13:15 hrs – 18:00 hrs
• AI122 Rome–Delhi: 19:50 hrs – 09:00 hrs (+1)

From 29 March 2026 onwards:

• AI123 Delhi–Rome: 13:15 hrs – 18:55 hrs
• AI122 Rome–Delhi: 20:50 hrs – 09:00 hrs (+1)

All timings are local; +1 indicates next-day arrival.

Strategic connectivity and network expansion

Nipun Aggarwal, Air India Chief Commercial Officer, stated that the resumption aligns with the airline’s plan to expand international connectivity. The new service enhances links between India and Italy, offering easy onward connections through Delhi to destinations including Bangkok, Colombo, Ho Chi Minh City, Kathmandu, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Phuket, and Singapore.

Italy is one of India’s major trading partners in Europe, and the route will cater to growing passenger traffic, supported by a large Indian community in Italy and rising interest in Italian tourism, culture, art, and cuisine. Ivan Bassato, Chief Aviation Officer of Aeroporti di Roma, welcomed the flights as a key step for long-haul travel growth in 2026.

With the addition of Rome, Air India will serve eight destinations in mainland Europe and three in the United Kingdom. Bookings for the Delhi–Rome flights are open via Air India’s website, mobile app, airport counters, contact centres, and authorised travel agents worldwide.