Air India Express has launched direct flights from Mangaluru to Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), making travel easier for passengers from coastal Karnataka. The service will mainly benefit people travelling for work, business trips, family visits and holidays. With this new route, Mangaluru International Airport now offers direct connections to nine international destinations and six domestic sectors. The airline operates the new service every Monday and Saturday, offering passengers a direct connection between Mangaluru and Ras Al Khaimah.

Direct Mangaluru–Ras Al Khaimah Flights

Air India Express launched its new direct flight service between Mangaluru and Ras Al Khaimah on October 26, 2026. The airline introduced the route on the second day of the Winter Schedule 2026. The first flight, IX 871, departed from Mangaluru International Airport with 146 passengers. The inbound flight, IX 872, arrived in Mangaluru from Ras Al Khaimah with 36 passengers.

The new route adds Ras Al Khaimah to Mangaluru’s growing list of international destinations. It also gives travellers a direct connection to another important destination in the UAE, alongside existing flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Mangaluru to Ras Al Khaimah Flight Schedule and Timings

Air India Express will operate direct flights from Mangaluru to Ras Al Khaimah twice a week. Flights operate on Mondays and Saturdays. Here are the scheduled flight details:

The direct flight takes around four hours, allowing passengers to travel between Mangaluru and Ras Al Khaimah without changing flights. Passengers should check the latest flight timings on the Air India Express website before booking, as schedules may change.

How the New UAE Flight Route Benefits Coastal Karnataka Travellers

The new Air India Express flight from Mangaluru to Ras Al Khaimah gives people from Mangaluru, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada and nearby areas another way to travel to the UAE. Many people from coastal Karnataka live and work in the UAE. They often travel between India and the Gulf for work, family visits and holidays. The new direct flight can make these journeys easier. Here are some benefits of the new service:

• Passengers can fly directly from Mangaluru to Ras Al Khaimah without changing flights.
• Families can travel more easily to visit relatives living in Ras Al Khaimah and nearby areas.
• People working in the UAE have another flight option when travelling to and from India.
• Travellers can compare flight timings and ticket prices for different UAE destinations.
• The route is useful for passengers visiting Ras Al Khaimah and surrounding areas.

The new flight may also help passengers during holidays and busy travel seasons when many people travel between India and the UAE.

Mangaluru Airport Expands International Flight Services

The October 26 announcement reported 58 scheduled weekly international flights from Mangaluru Airport. An earlier airport announcement projected 59 weekly international departures for the Winter Schedule 2026. The difference between these figures should be clarified with the airport or airline before publication, as scheduled services may change.

The new Air India Express direct flights from Mangaluru to Ras Al Khaimah give passengers another convenient way to travel to the UAE. With flights every Monday and Saturday, the service will help people travelling for work, family visits, business and holidays.

The new route also improves Mangaluru International Airport’s connections with the UAE under the Winter Schedule 2026. Passengers planning a trip should check the latest flight timings, ticket prices and travel requirements before booking.

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