The airline will serve Diwali Special ‘Gourmair’ Meals from 20th to 30th October, 2025 on all domestic and international flights. 

National: Bringing festive cheer on board this Diwali, Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, invites travellers to celebrate the festival of lights with a feast that shines just as bright. The airline has introduced a limited-edition Diwali Special ‘Gourmair’ Meal, a festive spread that adds indulgence and warmth at 36,000 ft. Guests can pre-book the Diwali Special Meal for ₹500 via the airline’s award-winning website, airindiaexpress.com, mobile app, and through travel agents up to 12 hours before domestic and 18 hours before international flights.

Diwali is a time for family, feasting, and festivity, bringing people together and is a peak travel period across the country. Extending the spirit of festivity and meaningful connections on board, Air India Express is serving Diwali Special ‘Gourmair’ Meals on all domestic and international flights from 20th to 30th October 2025. The festive spread features a rich ensemble of Shahi Paneer, Dal Makhani, Jeera Rice, Laccha Paratha, Paneer Kachori, Dal Samosa, and Gulab Jamun.

Celebrating India’s diverse culture and festivals, the airline has been delighting guests through thoughtfully crafted festive meals such as the traditional Onam Sadya and a Sattvik Meal for Navratri. 

Air India Express’ in-flight ‘Gourmair’ dining menu brings together the best of regional and global hot meals, lite bites, innovative desserts. The airline has also introduced a chocolate ‘Celebration Cake’ which can be pre-booked to sweeten celebrations in the sky.  

The airline recently launched it’s brand campaign, ‘Xplore More Xpress More’ celebrating the transformative power of travel and encouraging travellers to discover new destinations, embrace local cultures, and build meaningful connections.  

The airline also celebrates India’s rich culture and heritage through its ‘Tales of India’ initiative, featuring more than 50 indigenous art forms from across India on the airline’s aircraft liveries such as Ajrakh, Banarasi, Paisley, and Toda.