Today, Noida International Airport (NIA) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC) to provide seamless bus connectivity from Noida International Airport to key destinations in Uttarakhand. Under this partnership, UTC will provide a seamless bus service connecting NIA to key destinations in Uttarakhand, including Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Haldwani, starting from the airport’s commercial opening.
This initiative is a significant step towards enhancing regional connectivity. It underscores NIA’s vision of providing a comprehensive and integrated travel experience, connecting passengers to their destinations quickly and conveniently. NIA’s strategic location adjacent to the Yamuna Expressway offers unparalleled road access to Delhi NCR, Noida, and major centres in Western Uttar Pradesh.
Managing Director, Uttarakhand Transport Corporation said, “We are proud to announce our strategic partnership with Noida International Airport, which marks a transformative step towards enhancing regional connectivity between Noida and key cities like Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Haldwani. This collaboration will seamlessly integrate air and road transport, offering passengers a smooth, efficient travel experience. By connecting our road network with the growing air traffic, we aim to provide faster, more reliable travel options, further promoting tourism, economic growth, and convenience for all.”
Christoph Schnellmann, CEO of Noida International Airport, said, “This partnership with Uttarakhand Transport Corporation is a key step in realizing our vision for Noida International Airport as a truly integrated and seamless travel hub. By providing convenient ground transportation options to key destinations, we are not just connecting passengers to places but to opportunities, experiences, and a wider region. This partnership emphasizes our commitment to enhancing regional connectivity, boosting tourism, and driving economic growth while offering our passengers a world-class travel experience from the moment they arrive.”
Seamless connectivity is a critical priority for Noida International Airport as it develops into a significant regional hub. NIA is collaborating with government authorities to optimize access for private vehicles and strategically building partnerships to provide diverse and convenient public transportation options.
In the first development phase, the airport features one runway and one terminal, allowing it to accommodate 12 million passengers annually. When the fourth phase is completed, the airport will handle 70 million passengers annually, making it a central regional hub.