{"id":54904,"date":"2025-11-18T08:32:28","date_gmt":"2025-11-18T08:32:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/?p=54904"},"modified":"2025-11-18T08:34:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T08:34:59","slug":"air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/","title":{"rendered":"Air India Express Is Now the Official Airline for Hornbill Festival 2025: Cheaper Flights and Easier Travel to Kohima This December"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Reaching Nagaland\u2019s biggest cultural celebration is about to get much easier. The state government has announced that <strong>Air India Express<\/strong> will serve as the <strong>official airline partner<\/strong> for the <strong>25th Hornbill Festival<\/strong>, held from <strong>1 to 10 December 2025<\/strong> at Kisama Heritage Village near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/kohima-tours\/\">Kohima<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This partnership brings cheaper airfares, extra flights, and simple <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/\">travel packages<\/a> that make visiting the festival smoother than ever\u2014especially for travelers coming from Delhi and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/guwahati-tours\/\">Guwahati<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#why-this-matters-for-anyone-planning-to-attend\" >Why This Matters for Anyone Planning to Attend<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#special-flight-fares-announced\" >Special Flight Fares Announced<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#from-delhi\" >From Delhi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#from-guwahati\" >From Guwahati<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#flight-frequency\" >Flight Frequency<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#festival-travel-packages-by-air-india-express\" >Festival Travel Packages by Air India Express<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#budget-package-%e2%80%93-%e2%82%b98000\" >Budget Package \u2013 \u20b98,000<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#festival-experience-package-%e2%80%93-%e2%82%b912000\" >Festival Experience Package \u2013 \u20b912,000<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#what-to-expect-at-the-hornbill-festival\" >What to Expect at the Hornbill Festival<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#cultural-performances\" >Cultural Performances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#local-food\" >Local Food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#handicrafts-markets\" >Handicrafts &amp; Markets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#night-carnival\" >Night Carnival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#nature-experiences\" >Nature Experiences<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#a-simple-itinerary-for-a-3%e2%80%934-day-trip\" >A Simple Itinerary for a 3\u20134 Day Trip<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#day-1-arrival\" >Day 1: Arrival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#day-2-festival-highlights\" >Day 2: Festival Highlights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#day-3-nature-culture\" >Day 3: Nature &amp; Culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#day-4-departure\" >Day 4: Departure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#tips-for-a-smooth-trip\" >Tips for a Smooth Trip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/air-india-express-official-airline-for-hornbill-festival-december\/#final-word\" >Final Word<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-this-matters-for-anyone-planning-to-attend\"><\/span>Why This Matters for Anyone Planning to Attend<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/hornbill-festival-nagaland\/\">Hornbill Festival<\/a> is one of the most vibrant cultural gatherings in India. Every December, thousands of visitors come to explore the music, dances, food, and traditions of all 16 Naga tribes. With over <strong>200,000 people<\/strong> expected this year, travel demand is already high.<\/p>\n<p>One of the biggest challenges for visitors has always been reaching Kohima comfortably. With limited flights and long road transfers, the journey could feel tiring. This new partnership changes that completely.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"special-flight-fares-announced\"><\/span>Special Flight Fares Announced<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"from-delhi\"><\/span>From Delhi<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>One-way fares start around <strong>\u20b94,500\u2013\u20b95,500<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>About 20% lower than the usual December pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"from-guwahati\"><\/span>From Guwahati<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>One-way fares start around <strong>\u20b92,000\u2013\u20b92,500<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Perfect for travelers planning a short Northeast trip<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"flight-frequency\"><\/span>Flight Frequency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Daily flights from <strong>1\u201310 December<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>All operated by Boeing 737 aircraft<\/li>\n<li>Improved timings to match festival schedules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once you land at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/dimapur-tours\/\">Dimapur<\/a> Airport, Kohima is about <strong>45\u201360 minutes<\/strong> away by taxi or shared cab.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"festival-travel-packages-by-air-india-express\"><\/span>Festival Travel Packages by Air India Express<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Air India Express will offer easy, book-and-go packages through its mobile app and website.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"budget-package-%e2%80%93-%e2%82%b98000\"><\/span>Budget Package \u2013 \u20b98,000<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Return flights<\/li>\n<li>Stay in a traditional homestay<\/li>\n<li>Local transfers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"festival-experience-package-%e2%80%93-%e2%82%b912000\"><\/span>Festival Experience Package \u2013 \u20b912,000<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Return flights<\/li>\n<li>Entry passes for all festival days<\/li>\n<li>Guided village tours<\/li>\n<li>A traditional Naga meal<\/li>\n<li>A short nature walk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These packages are designed for first-time visitors who want a hassle-free trip without planning every detail themselves.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"230\"><strong>Best North East India Tour Packages<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"290\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/5-days-dzukou-valley-trekking-itinerary.html\">5-Day Dzukou Valley Trek \u2013 Nature &amp; Adventure Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/17-days-north-east-india-tribal-tour-itinerary.html\">17-Day Tribal Tour of North East India \u2013 Authentic Experience<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/13-days-north-east-india-tour-itinerary.html\">13-Day North East India Holiday \u2013 Complete Exploration<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"350\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/3-nights-4-days-meghalaya-tour.html\">4-Day Meghalaya Travel Package \u2013 Waterfalls &amp; Caves<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"411\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/5-nights-6-days-north-east-tour-itinerary.html\">6-Day North East India Itinerary \u2013 Scenic Highlights<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"469\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/8-days-assam-and-arunachal-tour.html\">8-Day Assam &amp; Arunachal Tour \u2013 Culture &amp; Wildlife<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-to-expect-at-the-hornbill-festival\"><\/span>What to Expect at the Hornbill Festival<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The festival brings together music, dance, food, crafts, and rituals from every tribe in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/nagaland-tours\/\">Nagaland<\/a>. If you\u2019re visiting for the first time, here\u2019s what you\u2019ll see:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cultural-performances\"><\/span>Cultural Performances<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Warrior dances<\/li>\n<li>Bamboo-based choreography<\/li>\n<li>Log drum shows<\/li>\n<li>Folk songs echoing through the hills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"local-food\"><\/span>Local Food<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Try smoked pork, bamboo shoot curries, sticky rice, millet beer, and other regional dishes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"handicrafts-markets\"><\/span>Handicrafts &amp; Markets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Beautiful shawls, bead jewelry, wood carvings, baskets, pottery, and handmade decor.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"night-carnival\"><\/span>Night Carnival<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Every evening, the street near Kisama turns into a lively carnival with food stalls, live music, and bonfires.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"nature-experiences\"><\/span>Nature Experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many visitors combine the festival with treks to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/dzukou-valley-tours\/\">Dzukou Valley<\/a>, visits to tribal villages, or day trips to local viewpoints.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a-simple-itinerary-for-a-3%e2%80%934-day-trip\"><\/span>A Simple Itinerary for a 3\u20134 Day Trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day-1-arrival\"><\/span>Day 1: Arrival<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Fly into Dimapur, travel to Kohima, and settle into your homestay.<br \/>\nExplore the night carnival in the evening.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day-2-festival-highlights\"><\/span>Day 2: Festival Highlights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Spend the day at Kisama watching performances, shopping for crafts, and sampling Naga food.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day-3-nature-culture\"><\/span>Day 3: Nature &amp; Culture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Go for a short trek or take a village walk with a local guide.<br \/>\nReturn to Kisama for the evening shows.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day-4-departure\"><\/span>Day 4: Departure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Drive back to the airport and fly home with Air India Express.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tips-for-a-smooth-trip\"><\/span>Tips for a Smooth Trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Book flights early\u2014December is peak season.<\/li>\n<li>Carry warm clothes. Temperatures stay between 10\u00b0C and 20\u00b0C.<\/li>\n<li>Comfortable shoes are a must\u2014there\u2019s a lot of walking.<\/li>\n<li>Homestays offer the most authentic experience.<\/li>\n<li>Local taxis get booked fast, so plan transport in advance.<\/li>\n<li>Try traditional food at least once; it\u2019s a big part of the experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"final-word\"><\/span>Final Word<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Hornbill Festival is one of India\u2019s most meaningful cultural celebrations, and with Air India Express stepping in as the official airline, the journey is finally as enjoyable as the destination itself.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re going for the performances, the food, the landscapes, or simply the atmosphere, this year\u2019s festival promises to be easier, more accessible, and more exciting for every traveler.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You May Also Like:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/hornbill-festival-nagaland\/\">Hornbill Festival Nagaland 2025 \u2013 Date, Ticket, Permits, Attractions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/popular-festivals-celebrated-in-nagaland\/\">Top 11 Famous Festivals Celebrated in Nagaland<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/famous-historical-places-in-nagaland\/\">Nagaland Popular Historical Places<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/popular-temples-in-nagaland\/\">10 Most Famous Temples in Nagaland<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-places-to-visit-in-nagaland\/\">Nagaland Tourist Destinations to Visit<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/dzukou-valley-trek-nagaland\/\">Dzukou Valley Trek \u2013 A Complete Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/north-east-india-in-december-top-10-destinations-to-visit\/\">North East India Travel Places in December 2025<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-places-to-visit-in-north-east-india-in-january\/\">Places to See in North East India in January<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reaching Nagaland\u2019s biggest cultural celebration is about to get much easier. 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